Connecticut Case Commentaries

Sanderson v. Snyder Enterprises: Defining Evidentiary Standards in Strict Products Liability for Wrongful Death Actions

Date: May 1, 1985

Sanderson v. Snyder Enterprises: Defining Evidentiary Standards in Strict Products Liability for Wrongful Death Actions Introduction The case of Owen Mark Sanderson et al., Co-Administrators (Estate...

Affirmation of Workers' Compensation Exclusivity in Mingachos v. CBS, Inc.

Date: May 1, 1985

Affirmation of Workers' Compensation Exclusivity in Mingachos v. CBS, Inc. Introduction Mingachos v. CBS, Inc., et al. (196 Conn. 91, 1985) is a pivotal case adjudicated by the Supreme Court of...

In Re Theresa S. ET AL.: Establishing Clear Standards for Termination of Parental Rights

Date: Apr 24, 1985

In Re Theresa S. ET AL.: Establishing Clear Standards for Termination of Parental Rights Introduction The case of In Re Theresa S. ET AL. adjudicated by the Supreme Court of Connecticut on April 23,...

Precedent Setting Limitation on Introducing Settlements to the Jury: Peck v. Jacquemin

Date: Apr 24, 1985

Precedent Setting Limitation on Introducing Settlements to the Jury: Peck v. Jacquemin Case: Roger Peck, Jr. v. Paul Jacquemin et al. Court: Supreme Court of Connecticut Decided: April 23, 1985 (196...

Zizka v. Water Pollution Control Authority: Establishing Limits on §1983 Claims for Sewer Assessments

Date: Apr 17, 1985

Zizka v. Water Pollution Control Authority: Establishing Limits on §1983 Claims for Sewer Assessments Introduction In the landmark case of Jeffrey P. Zizka et al. v. Water Pollution Control Authority...

Double Jeopardy Clarified: Connecticut's Stand in Estate v. Sharpe

Date: Apr 17, 1985

Double Jeopardy Clarified: Connecticut's Stand in Estate of Connecticut v. Thomas R. Sharpe Introduction The case of Estate of Connecticut v. Thomas R. Sharpe (195 Conn. 651) deliberated on the...

Judicial Notice in Criminal Proceedings: Insights from State of Connecticut v. Jose Zayas

Date: Apr 10, 1985

Judicial Notice in Criminal Proceedings: Insights from State of Connecticut v. Jose Zayas Introduction State of Connecticut v. Jose Zayas (195 Conn. 611) is a pivotal case adjudicated by the Supreme...

Ineffective Assistance of Counsel: Upholding Strickland Standards in Seymour Levine v. Manson

Date: Apr 10, 1985

Ineffective Assistance of Counsel: Upholding Strickland Standards in Seymour Levine v. Manson Introduction Seymour Levine v. John R. Manson, Commissioner of Correction is a landmark case adjudicated...

National CSS, Inc. v. City of Stamford: Clarifying Statutory Refund Procedures in Municipal Taxation

Date: Apr 3, 1985

National CSS, Inc. v. City of Stamford: Clarifying Statutory Refund Procedures in Municipal Taxation Introduction National CSS, Inc. v. City of Stamford is a pivotal case adjudicated by the Supreme...

Clarifying Jury Trial Requests and Issue Joining under Connecticut Law: THE HOME OIL COMPANY, INC. v. NANCY ROYCE TODD

Date: Feb 27, 1985

Clarifying Jury Trial Requests and Issue Joining under Connecticut Law Introduction THE HOME OIL COMPANY, INC. v. NANCY ROYCE TODD is a landmark case adjudicated by the Supreme Court of Connecticut...

Exceeding Arbitration Authority: BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE CITY OF NEW HAVEN v. AFSCME

Date: Feb 20, 1985

Exceeding Arbitration Authority: BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE CITY OF NEW HAVEN v. AFSCME, COUNCIL 4, LOCAL 287 Introduction The case Board of Education of the City of New Haven v. AFSCME, Council 4,...

Timely Notice Requirements in Zoning Appeals: Bridgeport Bowl-O-Rama, Inc. v. Zoning Board of Appeals

Date: Feb 20, 1985

Timely Notice Requirements in Zoning Appeals: Bridgeport Bowl-O-Rama, Inc. v. Zoning Board of Appeals Introduction Bridgeport Bowl-O-Rama, Inc. v. Zoning Board of Appeals is a pivotal case decided by...

BRENDA J. TIMM v. GEORGE W. TIMM: Establishing Standards for Custody and Alimony in Divorce Proceedings

Date: Feb 13, 1985

BRENDA J. TIMM v. GEORGE W. TIMM: Establishing Standards for Custody and Alimony in Divorce Proceedings Introduction BRENDA J. TIMM v. GEORGE W. TIMM is a pivotal case adjudicated by the Supreme...

Affirmation of Joint and Several Liability in Partnership Contracts: Fuessenich v. DiNardo

Date: Feb 6, 1985

Affirmation of Joint and Several Liability in Partnership Contracts: Fuessenich v. DiNardo Introduction The case of John C. Fuessenich et al. v. Pasquale DiNardo et al., decided by the Supreme Court...

Indemnification for Injunctive Relief Actions under G.S. 10-235(a): Analysis of King v. Board of Education of Watertown

Date: Jan 30, 1985

Indemnification for Injunctive Relief Actions under G.S. 10-235(a): Analysis of King v. Board of Education of Watertown Introduction Anthony F. King v. Board of Education of the Town of Watertown is...

Markey v. Santangelo: Standards for Alleging and Awarding Punitive Damages in Assault and Battery Cases

Date: Jan 23, 1985

Markey v. Santangelo: Standards for Alleging and Awarding Punitive Damages in Assault and Battery Cases Introduction Markey v. Santangelo is a pivotal case adjudicated by the Supreme Court of...

Hatcho Corporation v. Irma Della Pietra: Enforcing Lease Clauses Under Statutory Definitions

Date: Jan 16, 1985

Hatcho Corporation v. Irma Della Pietra: Enforcing Lease Clauses Under Statutory Definitions Introduction The case of Hatcho Corporation et al. v. Irma Della Pietra (195 Conn. 18) adjudicated by the...

Expanded Jurisdiction in Appeals from Probate: Baskin v. Baskin

Date: Dec 12, 1984

Expanded Jurisdiction in Appeals from Probate: Baskin v. Baskin Introduction Baskin v. Baskin is a pivotal case decided by the Supreme Court of Connecticut on December 11, 1984. The case centers...

Prosecutorial Misconduct and Due Process: Insights from State of Connecticut v. Donald Couture

Date: Oct 3, 1984

Prosecutorial Misconduct and Due Process: Insights from State of Connecticut v. Donald Couture Introduction State of Connecticut v. Donald Couture (194 Conn. 530, 1984) is a pivotal case decided by...

Palmer Gaines v. John R. Manson: Reinforcing Due Process and Equal Protection in Appellate Delays

Date: Sep 12, 1984

Palmer Gaines v. John R. Manson: Reinforcing Due Process and Equal Protection in Appellate Delays Introduction Palmer Gaines v. John R. Manson et al. is a seminal case decided by the Supreme Court of...