CT-COURTS

The Lee Memorial Methodist Church of Norwich v. City of Norwich - Tax Exemption Appeal

The Connecticut Appellate Court ruled that a religious organization is entitled to a tax exemption for property leased to a for-profit daycare facility under statute § 12-81 (14). The court held that the statute does not require the religious organization to be affiliated with or operate the daycare facility.

NORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS ANIMAL SERVICES v. DONOVAN - Animal Welfare Proceeding

The Connecticut Appellate Court released an opinion in an animal welfare case, clarifying that the exclusionary rule does not apply to proceedings under statute § 22-329a. The court affirmed the trial court's denial of a motion to suppress evidence related to neglected animals, citing the societal interest in addressing animal cruelty.

Ligeri v. White RoadCapital, LLC - Appeal of Dismissal

The Connecticut Appellate Court partially reversed a lower court's dismissal of a case brought by Benjamin Ligeri against White RoadCapital, LLC, and others. The appellate court found that the trial court improperly dismissed counts related to tortious interference and unfair trade practices, allowing those claims to proceed.

John Chacho, Jr. v. Cara Lister - Family Law Appeal

The Connecticut Appellate Court dismissed an appeal in John Chacho, Jr. v. Cara Lister, finding the case moot due to subsequent custody orders. The court clarified that the 'officially released' date of an opinion governs all post-opinion motion and certification filing periods.

Louis Martinoli v. Stamford Police Department - Workers' Compensation Appeal

The Connecticut Appellate Court issued an opinion in Louis Martinoli v. Stamford Police Department, addressing the calculation of temporary total disability benefits. The court affirmed the Compensation Review Board's decision, clarifying that compensation rates must be based on the date of incapacity, not a prior date of injury, when there is a gap between the two.

Robert S. Walton IV v. Deepa B. Walton - Marriage Dissolution Appeal

The Connecticut Supreme Court dismissed an appeal in the case of Robert S. Walton IV v. Deepa B. Walton. The court clarified that the certified question did not accurately reflect the basis on which the Appellate Court decided the issue regarding the disclosure of a marital residence appraisal.

Court opinion release and modification procedures explained

Court opinion release and modification procedures explained

Court opinion release date disclaimer and modification notice

Court opinion release date disclaimer and modification notice

Court opinion publication, modification, and filing deadlines explained

Court opinion publication, modification, and filing deadlines explained

Court opinion release date, modification, and publication process explained

Court opinion release date, modification, and publication process explained