Connecticut Case Commentaries

Termination of Parental Rights: In Re Juvenile Appeal (84-BC)

Date: Aug 15, 1984

Termination of Parental Rights: In Re Juvenile Appeal (84-BC) Introduction The case of In Re Juvenile Appeal (84-BC) addresses the critical and sensitive issue of terminating parental rights. The...

Defining "Landowner" and Liability Protections Under Statute 52-557j: Insights from THERESA WARNER v. LESLIE-ELLIOTT CONSTRUCTORS, INC.

Date: Aug 1, 1984

Defining "Landowner" and Liability Protections Under Statute 52-557j: Insights from THERESA WARNER v. LESLIE-ELLIOTT CONSTRUCTORS, INC. Introduction The case of THERESA WARNER, ADMINISTRATRIX (ESTATE...

Time-Limited Paternity Proceedings: Insights from Hayes v. Smith

Date: Jul 25, 1984

Time-Limited Paternity Proceedings: Insights from Hayes v. Smith Introduction The case of June M. Hayes et al. v. Lillian M. Smith, Administratrix (Estate of Gary Ernest Smith) (194 Conn. 52)...

Enhancing Defendant Rights in Small Claims: The Cannavo Enterprises v. Burns Decision

Date: Jul 25, 1984

Enhancing Defendant Rights in Small Claims: The Cannavo Enterprises v. Burns Decision Introduction Cannavo Enterprises, Inc. v. Cheryl L. Burns, 194 Conn. 43 (1984), is a pivotal case adjudicated by...

Admissibility of Nontestimonial Evidence and Juror Conduct: Insights from State v. Asherman

Date: Jul 18, 1984

Admissibility of Nontestimonial Evidence and Juror Conduct: Insights from State v. Asherman Introduction State of Connecticut v. Steven M. Asherman is a pivotal case adjudicated by the Supreme Court...

Limitation of Municipal Liability Unconstitutional under Equal Protection: Ryszlikiewicz v. City of New Britain

Date: Jul 11, 1984

Limitation of Municipal Liability Unconstitutional under Equal Protection: Ryszlikiewicz v. City of New Britain Introduction The case of Jennie M. Ryszlikiewicz v. City of New Britain (193 Conn. 589)...

Inference of Intent in Attempted Robbery: Connecticut v. Morrill

Date: Jul 11, 1984

Inference of Intent in Attempted Robbery: Connecticut v. Morrill Introduction In the landmark case of State of Connecticut v. Westbrook K. Morrill (193 Conn. 602), decided on July 10, 1984, the...

Limiting the Implied Covenant of Good Faith in At-Will Employment: Magnan v. Anaconda Industries

Date: Jul 4, 1984

Limiting the Implied Covenant of Good Faith in At-Will Employment: Magnan v. Anaconda Industries Introduction George J. Magnan, Jr. v. Anaconda Industries, Inc. is a pivotal case decided by the...

Regulatory Compliance in Wetland Management: Insights from CONSERVATION COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF SIMSBURY v. EDMUND W. PRICE ET AL.

Date: Jun 20, 1984

Regulatory Compliance in Wetland Management: Insights from CONSERVATION COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF SIMSBURY v. EDMUND W. PRICE ET AL. Introduction Conservation Commission of the Town of Simsbury v....

Custody Determination via Habeas Corpus: McGaffin v. Roberts (193 Conn. 393)

Date: Jun 20, 1984

Custody Determination via Habeas Corpus: McGaffin v. Roberts (193 Conn. 393) Introduction William McGaffin v. Cathy Roberts is a landmark case adjudicated by the Supreme Court of Connecticut on June...

Truth as an Absolute Defense Against Libel by Innuendo for Public Figures

Date: May 30, 1984

Truth as an Absolute Defense Against Libel by Innuendo for Public Figures Introduction The case of William E. Strada, Jr. v. Connecticut Newspapers, Inc., et al. (11731) adjudicated by the Supreme...

Establishing Liability of Accommodation Endorsers and Preventing Fraudulent Conveyances: Insights from Bizzoco v. Chinitz

Date: May 30, 1984

Establishing Liability of Accommodation Endorsers and Preventing Fraudulent Conveyances: Insights from Bizzoco v. Chinitz Introduction Elizabeth Bizzoco v. Leon Chinitz et al. is a landmark case...

Watterbury Petroleum Products Inc. v. Canaan Oil & Fuel Co.: Clarifying Fixture Classification Intent and Privity Requirements under CUTPA

Date: May 23, 1984

Watterbury Petroleum Products Inc. v. Canaan Oil & Fuel Co. A Comprehensive Commentary on Judicial Decision and Its Legal Implications Introduction In the landmark case of Waterbury Petroleum...

Affirmation of Probable Cause Standard in Prejudgment Attachment: Three S. Development Co. v. Santore

Date: May 16, 1984

Affirmation of Probable Cause Standard in Prejudgment Attachment: Three S. Development Co. v. Santore Introduction The case of Three S. Development Company v. D. Earl Santore, decided by the Supreme...

Reinforcing the Standards for Waiving Appeal Rights in Guilty Pleas: Insights from D'Amico v. Manson

Date: May 16, 1984

Reinforcing the Standards for Waiving Appeal Rights in Guilty Pleas: Insights from D'Amico v. Manson Introduction D'Amico v. Manson (193 Conn. 144, 1984) is a pivotal case decided by the Supreme...

Exclusive Remedy under General Statutes 7-433c Affirmed for Police and Firemen

Date: Apr 25, 1984

Exclusive Remedy Provision under General Statutes 7-433c Affirmed for Police and Firemen Introduction The case of James H. Bakelaar v. City of West Haven et al., adjudicated by the Supreme Court of...

Upholding Jury Unanimity and Insanity Defense Procedures in Felony Murder: A Comprehensive Review of State of Connecticut v. Reginald Jones

Date: Apr 25, 1984

Upholding Jury Unanimity and Insanity Defense Procedures in Felony Murder: A Comprehensive Review of State of Connecticut v. Reginald Jones Introduction State of Connecticut v. Reginald Jones is a...

Distinguishing Tortious Interference from Unfair Trade Practices: Insights from Sportsmen’s Boating Corporation v. Hensley

Date: Apr 18, 1984

Distinguishing Tortious Interference from Unfair Trade Practices: Insights from Sportsmen’s Boating Corporation v. Hensley Introduction The case of Sportsmen's Boating Corporation v. Edward Hensley...

Two-Year Statute of Limitations in Medical Malpractice: ETHEL BARNES v. ALLEN G. SCHLEIN

Date: Apr 18, 1984

Two-Year Statute of Limitations in Medical Malpractice: ETHEL BARNES v. ALLEN G. SCHLEIN (192 Conn. 732) Introduction ETHEL BARNES v. ALLEN G. SCHLEIN, decided by the Supreme Court of Connecticut on...

Fetterman v. University of Connecticut: Sovereign Immunity and §1983 Claims

Date: Apr 4, 1984

Fetterman v. University of Connecticut: Sovereign Immunity and §1983 Claims Introduction Fetterman v. University of Connecticut et al., 192 Conn. 539 (1984), is a pivotal case adjudicated by the...