The Judicial Website
As a client involved in Connecticut State litigation, you should know that all official state court filings are publicly available on the Connecticut judicial website known as jud.ct.gov. You can enter this website and search for your case under the case name, which will likely include your name, or search under the...
Legal Malpractice and Missed Deadlines: Consequences of Late Filing in Connecticut
In legal matters, individuals may have to meet various deadlines, such as filing claims within a specific time after their cause of action accrued, or submitting documents to courts or administrative agencies. Missing deadlines can make or break an individual’s case, potentially leading to the loss of critical legal rights or options....
“Do I Need a Second Lawyer?” — Knowing When to Seek Legal Malpractice Counsel
If your attorney has been missing deadlines for your case or failing to return your calls, you might be starting to question their work and wondering, “Do I need a second lawyer?” When a lawyer agrees to represent you, they have a duty to keep you informed, keep track of the important...
What to Do if Your Lawyer Ruined Your Personal Injury Claim with Legal Malpractice
You hired an attorney to fight for...
Why 95% of SSDI Applications Get Denied—and What to Do Next
Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can feel discouraging, given that most claims are denied at first. Around 95% of initial applications are rejected due to missing information, lack of medical proof, or misunderstandings about eligibility. The good news is that a denial doesn’t end your claim. With persistence and legal...
Signs Your Lawyer May Be Breaching Their Duty of Care
From Injury to SSDI: What to Do When You Can’t Work and Your Long-Term Disability Requires a Claim
When an injury or illness leaves you unable to work, the road to financial stability can feel uncertain. To make matters more complex, many long-term disability insurers require you to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) before they’ll release your benefits. But why is this step so important? And what can...
What to Do If Your Financial Advisor Gave You Bad Investment Advice
Working with a financial advisor should mean having someone you trust to guide you toward building and protecting your wealth. But what happens when that trust is broken? If your advisor gave you poor advice or mishandled your investments, the impact on your finances can be serious. In Connecticut, you have options...
Crosswalks and Compensation: Seeking Justice After a Pedestrian Accident
Pedestrian accidents are a serious concern, especially in areas where crosswalks are the primary means of safely crossing busy streets. While crosswalks are designed to protect pedestrians, accidents still happen. When they do, the consequences can be devastating, often resulting in severe injuries or even death. This blog outlines your options...
Stanfield Law Firm Leads Seminar at Annual Connecticut Bar Association Meeting and Shares Thoughts on Key Legal Malpractice Issues and Rulings for Other Connecticut Lawyers
Helping attorneys stay ahead of evolving malpractice laws, client rights, and precedent-setting rulings.
Attorneys across Connecticut gained fresh insight into legal malpractice issues and law this summer as Sandra Stanfield shared the latest issues, views, and landmark rulings at the Connecticut Bar Association’s annual meeting.