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Virtual trials and hearings may become common-place in our judicial system. In the past month I have tried cases in-person and virtually. Here is a comparison based on my experiences.

Chris DeMatteo and his client won a reversal of her substantiation in a DCF administrative appeal.

Connecticut attorney Chris DeMatteo answers some questions about voting and elections.

Connecticut has extended driver's license renewal deadlines. Still, if you don't schedule an appointment quickly, yours may expire anyway.

Public Act 20-1 Creates a New State Civil Action With a Limitation on Qualified Immunity For

Connecticut criminal courts resumed handling routine (non-priority 1) matters on Aug. 10.

In 2018, there were 7,484 arrests made for driving under the influence in Connecticut. During the same year, there were 115 alcohol-impaired driving fatalities in the state. Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a serious offense.

Operating a motor vehicle in the state of Connecticut while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a serious offense. If convicted, you could be facing severe penalties including fines, jail or prison time, and license suspension or revocation. However...

Connecticut judicial branch courthouses are still restricted to Priority 1 matters but with the state beginning to consider "reopening," courts will likely resume.

If you have been wrongly, unfairly substantiated, or are facing allegations of sexual abuse or neglect by the Department of Child and Family in Connecticut, you need to retain an aggressive DCF attorney immediately to protect your rights.