In the world of criminal acts, arrests, and convictions, there are two crimes that always seem to get paired with one another: assault and battery. So often does one accompany the other, most people have understandably come to the false conclusion that they are one and the same, a single criminal act combined into one. The reality is that assault and battery can and are often charged separately. ...
In the world of criminal acts, arrests, and convictions, there are two crimes that always seem to get paired with one another: assault and battery. So often does one accompany the other, most people have understandably come to the false conclusion that they are one and the same, a single criminal act combined into one. The reality is that assault and battery can and are often charged separately. ...
In the state of Connecticut, burglary involves entering a building or remaining in a building unlawfully with the intent of committing a crime. The exact charge will depend on the circumstances of the offense. There are five different types of burglary charges in CT and they can either be charged as Class B, C or D felonies. The exact actions that constitute a burglary offense are found in the ...
A school bus crash in Wethersfield resulted in 11 people being sent to the hospital. Investigations are ongoing, but according to police, “distracted driving” is believed to have been the cause of the crash. Officials say traffic was stopped and the bus driver did not see the jeep directly in front of it, thus rear-ending it. Due to the number of students onboard the bus and others involved in the ...
On Dec. 9, 2014, icy roads across Connecticut caused treacherous driving conditions, then parts of the state were hit with heavy winds and rain. Winds were expected to reach up to 50 miles per hour in parts of the state and the National Weather Service issued coastal flooding warnings for Fairfield and New Haven counties. By 9 a.m., state police received reports of approximately 120 accidents and ...
Attorneys Scott Carlson and Brian Dumeer of Carlson & Dumeer in Hartford, Connecticut recently secured $625,000 for a car accident claim client who suffered debilitating injuries after being hit by a drunk driver. The case begins at 2:00 AM, when our client – who will be referred to as the alias John to preserve his privacy in this sensitive matter – was returning home. Without warning, another ...
Attorney Brian Dumeer of Carlson & Dumeer has recently secured more than half-a-million dollars for a car accident claim client who was first offered just a fraction of the total settlement amount won. The case originated from a multicar rear end accident on the 91 Freeway in Meriden, Connecticut. Our client – who will be referred to as the alias Jane to keep her identity confidential for privacy ...
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), car accidents consistently rank among the top 10 causes of death for people across the globe, despite the fact that nearly all traffic collisions should be entirely preventable. To bring attention to this issue in a way that has never been done before, the Australian government and its Transport Accident Commission teamed up with crash and medical ...
Attorney Brian Dumeer of Carlson & Dumeer has recently secured more than half-a-million dollars for a car accident claim client who was first offered just a fraction of the total settlement amount won. The case originated from a multicar rear end accident on the 91 Freeway in Meriden, Connecticut. Our client – who will be referred to as the alias Jane to keep her identity confidential for privacy ...
Carlson & Dumeer, LLC is pleased to announce a recent development in a high profile criminal investigation being handled by Firm Partner Brian Dumeer. Following multiple conversations with the Middlesex County State’s Attorney Office, Brian was able to reach an agreement in which the investigation was suspended following his client’s voluntary resignation from his positions as Fire Marshal for the ...
DISCLAIMER: As you look over the result provided below, note that each case is different and while your case may be similar to the one presented, outcomes will vary and past success may not be indicative of future success. Carlson & Dumeer, LLC recently took on a case defending a client who was arrested for driving on a suspended license. This type of offense in Connecticut can be punished by jail ...
O.J. Simpson is back in the news again, and this time it’s a positive development for the former NFL superstar. A Nevada parole board voted unanimously to grant Simpson parole after a televised hearing which saw him plead his case that he had learned his lesson. Simpson is now scheduled to be released on October 1 st after serving nine years of his 33-year sentence that he was given after being ...
Carlson & Dumeer, LLC is pleased to announce a recent development in a high profile criminal investigation being handled by Firm Partner Brian Dumeer. Following multiple conversations with the Middlesex County State’s Attorney Office, Brian was able to reach an agreement in which the investigation was suspended following his client’s voluntary resignation from his positions as Fire Marshal for the ...
Outstanding Hartford Criminal Defense Attorney The Super Lawyers® Rising Stars℠ award is a respected recognition used to determine the most exceptional lawyers within a particular region, and we look forward to the results every year. We are proud to have our very own Brian Dumeer praised as a top-rated Hartford criminal defense attorney for the 2017 season! This respected award represents all of ...
The National Safety Council has declared April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a time for everyone to redouble their efforts to keep the road safe by keeping cellphones out of their hands while driving. To do their part in this national effort, Connecticut State police departments and law enforcement officials have vowed to crackdown on distracted driving habits. They will begin their ...
Governor Malloy declares today, September 19 th 2013, to be "Don't Text and Drive Day" in Connecticut. This day is an effort to challenge drivers to refrain from texting and driving. While the hopes are that this choice will not be a one-day thing, this singular dedicated day is an effort to make a difference. It is against the law to text while driving in Connecticut, but many people continue to ...
One of the largest drug busts in recent Connecticut history played out last week in Enfield, near the northern border of Connecticut. The North Central Regional Narcotics Task Force claims to have found approximately 1,400 bags of heroin in a single home, leading them to believe they found a location linked to a chain of drug traffickers or manufacturers . Small amounts of cocaine and oxycodone ...
Police officers made several arrests in late February following drug overdoses on the Wesleyan University campus. Four students were arrested because of the offense and are scheduled to appear in court to determine their sentencing. According to the Middletown Police Department, the drug involved in the overdoses was Molly. Ten other students and two visitors also experienced side effects from ...
Drug possession is a serious criminal offense that holds tough consequences. Depending on the drug found in possession as well as the amount found, penalties can vary significantly. The penalties can also be greater if the drug is considered to be in possession with the intent to sell. Strictly sticking to possession for personal use, drugs are categorized and the punishments are different for ...
One of the largest drug busts in recent Connecticut history played out last week in Enfield, near the northern border of Connecticut. The North Central Regional Narcotics Task Force claims to have found approximately 1,400 bags of heroin in a single home, leading them to believe they found a location linked to a chain of drug traffickers or manufacturers . Small amounts of cocaine and oxycodone ...
Police officers made several arrests in late February following drug overdoses on the Wesleyan University campus. Four students were arrested because of the offense and are scheduled to appear in court to determine their sentencing. According to the Middletown Police Department, the drug involved in the overdoses was Molly. Ten other students and two visitors also experienced side effects from ...
Drug possession is a serious criminal offense that holds tough consequences. Depending on the drug found in possession as well as the amount found, penalties can vary significantly. The penalties can also be greater if the drug is considered to be in possession with the intent to sell. Strictly sticking to possession for personal use, drugs are categorized and the punishments are different for ...
In the state of Connecticut, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs. Unlike alcohol impairment, there is currently no blood testing standard for measuring a person’s level of intoxication from drugs that can determine a person’s conviction. A driver’s level of impairment is determined on a case-by-case basis by the prosecution, with the objective of proving ...
Every time a popular holiday appears on a calendar, you can be sure that highway patrol departments are going to set up DUI ( driving under the influence ) checkpoints around your town. In May 2016, the biggest holiday is Memorial Day and the weekend of the 27 th to the 30 th . If you are planning on going out with friends and family to enjoy fun company and a few alcoholic beverages, there are a ...
In the state of Connecticut, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs. Unlike alcohol impairment, there is currently no blood testing standard for measuring a person’s level of intoxication from drugs that can determine a person’s conviction. A driver’s level of impairment is determined on a case-by-case basis by the prosecution, with the objective of proving ...
DUI offenders in Connecticut can expect much stricter penalties starting July 1 st . According to the new law, anyone caught driving drunk will be required to install an interlock ignition device (IID) in their car. Previously, this device was only required after a second offense, but state officials hope that the new policy will contribute to fewer alcohol-related fatalities. The IID requires ...
The Hartford Courant, also called CTNow, recently published its “Hartford’s Finest 2019” profile series in its May 30 th , 2019 issue. The publication highlights and honors top, leading, and respected professionals and companies throughout Greater Hartford. Carlson & Dumeer is proud to announce that our law firm was featured in this most recent “ Hartford’s Finest 2019 ” list. Under the tagline of ...
Renowned Hartford Criminal Defense Lawyer Rising Stars℠, as organized by Super Lawyers®, is comprised of attorneys who are making big changes for both their clients and the legal world as a whole. Those who have earned the title of Rising Stars℠ membership are considered far and wide as both legal professionals “to watch” for future greatness and to retain for present cases. Carlson & Dumeer in ...
Memorial Day weekend is a time for families and friends to come together and celebrate the holiday, but when people who have too much to drink hit the road, it puts everyone at risk of being in a drunk driving accident . Alcohol related accidents and fatalities spike during holiday periods, with Memorial Day among the worst. Police officers patrol the streets in large numbers looking to pull over ...
O.J. Simpson is back in the news again, and this time it’s a positive development for the former NFL superstar. A Nevada parole board voted unanimously to grant Simpson parole after a televised hearing which saw him plead his case that he had learned his lesson. Simpson is now scheduled to be released on October 1 st after serving nine years of his 33-year sentence that he was given after being ...
Motorcycle accidents often result in more severe and fatal injuries than car accidents due to the lack of protection of motorcyclists. Carlson & Dumeer, LLC is dedicated to representing clients injured in motorcycle accidents and fighting to obtain the compensation that they deserve. It is imperative; however, that motorcyclists take the necessary precautions to try to prevent accidents. The main ...
Attorneys Scott Carlson and Brian Dumeer of Carlson & Dumeer in Hartford, Connecticut recently secured $625,000 for a car accident claim client who suffered debilitating injuries after being hit by a drunk driver. The case begins at 2:00 AM, when our client – who will be referred to as the alias John to preserve his privacy in this sensitive matter – was returning home. Without warning, another ...
Attorney Brian Dumeer of Carlson & Dumeer has recently secured more than half-a-million dollars for a car accident claim client who was first offered just a fraction of the total settlement amount won. The case originated from a multicar rear end accident on the 91 Freeway in Meriden, Connecticut. Our client – who will be referred to as the alias Jane to keep her identity confidential for privacy ...
The treatment for a typical, non-life-threatening injury may cost thousands of dollars, even with health insurance, and force a person into debt or bankruptcy. In fact, a Harvard University study a few years back found that 62% of bankruptcy filers did so because of medical expenses, and 78% of those filers had health insurance. Now, imagine the financial burden that can be created by a ...
When you go out to eat at a restaurant, getting hurt is often the last thing on your mind. Restaurants can be hectic environments and between kitchen staff rushing to meet patron orders and servers quickly bussing food around, accidents can happen. Restaurant owners and staff have a duty to provide a safe environment for customers and when an accident does occur, they may be held legally ...
If you are new to the Hartford, Connecticut area, the chill of December might have been quite a shock to you. But you should know that January and February are traditionally even colder. With an average of a foot of snowfall each month and temperatures lingering below freezing, you should expect there to be plenty of frost and ice on the highways and walkways. If you have a lot of commuting, or ...
After being involved in a slip & fall accident, you may want to seek compensation from the negligent party. You deserve to recover damages for your injuries and there are specific steps to take to do so. It is important to have experienced legal counsel after this type of accident to ensure that you handle the process accurately. Here is a simple checklist of the things that you should do after ...
Product liability cases can come about if an individual is injured due to a faulty product. The case can involve defects in the design of the product, manufacturing defects when the product was put together or marketing defects. Defects in marketing can include errors in warnings or poor instructions from the product marketer. If you have suffered from a product defect, you may be able to receive ...
Connecticut takes sex crimes very seriously and for those convicted, the consequences can complicate life even after the release from prison. In addition to serving jail time and paying steep fines, convicts are required to register on the national registry of sex offenders. The registry is available to the public through websites such as meganslaw.com, where anyone can check on the status, ...
When you go out to eat at a restaurant, getting hurt is often the last thing on your mind. Restaurants can be hectic environments and between kitchen staff rushing to meet patron orders and servers quickly bussing food around, accidents can happen. Restaurant owners and staff have a duty to provide a safe environment for customers and when an accident does occur, they may be held legally ...
After being involved in a slip & fall accident, you may want to seek compensation from the negligent party. You deserve to recover damages for your injuries and there are specific steps to take to do so. It is important to have experienced legal counsel after this type of accident to ensure that you handle the process accurately. Here is a simple checklist of the things that you should do after ...
For Connecticut residents, it very much feels like the snow has been falling since before winter started and hasn’t let up since. While it does make for some scenic landscapes, the snow has also been the cause of dangerous accidents for motorists and pedestrians alike; even business owners are suffering from the inclement weather conditions. Slip and fall accidents and car crashes have been ...
Sex crimes are very serious criminal offenses in Connecticut. Statutory rape is one of the worst and holds severe penalties. The consequences for committing statutory rape vary depending on the exact actions of the offense and the age of both the defendant and the victim. Definition of "Statutory Rape" In Connecticut, it is illegal for an adult over age 18 to have sex with a minor under the age of ...
Governor Malloy declares today, September 19 th 2013, to be "Don't Text and Drive Day" in Connecticut. This day is an effort to challenge drivers to refrain from texting and driving. While the hopes are that this choice will not be a one-day thing, this singular dedicated day is an effort to make a difference. It is against the law to text while driving in Connecticut, but many people continue to ...
On Sunday December 1 st 2013, there was a tragic train accident involving a New York City commuter train traveling from Poughkeepsie to Manhattan. Four people were killed in the accident and more than 60 victims were injured. There were about 150 passengers on the train who went through this catastrophic accident at around 7:20am. The cause of the accident has not yet been officially determined, ...
In the world of criminal acts, arrests, and convictions, there are two crimes that always seem to get paired with one another: assault and battery. So often does one accompany the other, most people have understandably come to the false conclusion that they are one and the same, a single criminal act combined into one. The reality is that assault and battery can and are often charged separately. ...
The term ' white collar crime ' is a broad term that is used to describe any type of non-violent crime that generally involves some sort of cheating or lying. Typically these types of crimes are done in order to gain finances in some way, whether through fraud or any type of dishonesty. The easiest way to think of a white collar crime is any financially motivated crime that would generally be ...
