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•Connecticut Supreme Court ruled on municipal tax collection notice requirements in Torrington case

Connecticut Supreme Court Rules on Tax Collection Notice Requirements

The Connecticut Supreme Court has ruled in Torrington Tax Collector, LLC v. Riley, addressing whether municipal tax collectors can pursue bank execution actions against former business owners who did not receive proper notice of tax debts. The case involves a dispute over collection procedures against Holly Riley, who had moved to California years before the collection action.

•Trial court found tax collector's bank execution action invalid due to lack of proper notice to defendant

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•Trial court ruled tax collector's bank execution action was "of no effect" due to procedural violations

Connecticut Supreme Court Rules on Tax Collector Powers in Torrington Case

The Connecticut Supreme Court has issued a decision in Torrington Tax Collector, LLC v. Holly Riley, addressing the authority of municipal tax collectors to pursue bank execution actions against individuals for business tax debts. The case involved a dispute over proper notice requirements and statutory compliance in tax collection proceedings.

•Case involved taxpayer who relocated to California and did not receive proper notice of tax debt

2w ago•4 min read

•Connecticut Supreme Court decided appeal in murder case involving Miles Johnson

Connecticut Supreme Court Hears State v. Johnson Murder Appeal

The Connecticut Supreme Court has issued a decision in State v. Johnson, a criminal case involving murder, first-degree burglary, and conspiracy convictions. The case centered on Miranda rights issues during police interviews following the discovery of a decomposed body.

•Case centered on Miranda rights issues during police interviews after body discovery

3w ago•4 min read

•Connecticut Supreme Court rules on jurisdictional question in wrongful death case involving Philippine building fire

Connecticut Supreme Court Addresses Forum Ruling in DeCicco v. Dynata Case

The Connecticut Supreme Court has issued a decision in DeCicco v. Dynata, LLC, a wrongful death case stemming from a building fire in the Philippines. The case involves estate administrator Joseph DeCicco seeking damages from Connecticut-based Dynata LLC and its officers for deaths that occurred overseas.

•Trial court dismissed case on forum non conveniens grounds with condition allowing restoration if Philippine courts lack jurisdiction

Jan 20, 2026•4 min read

•Connecticut Supreme Court denied Cecil Grant's habeas corpus petition challenging convictions for conspiracy, attempted robbery, and assault

Connecticut Supreme Court Denies Habeas Appeal in Grant Pizza Delivery Shooting

The Connecticut Supreme Court has denied Cecil Grant's habeas corpus petition challenging his convictions for conspiracy, attempted robbery, and assault in connection with the shooting of a pizza delivery driver. Grant had claimed ineffective assistance of counsel in his original trial.

•Grant was convicted in connection with shooting of pizza delivery driver after co-defendant testified against him

Jan 20, 2026•4 min read

•Connecticut Supreme Court denied Cecil Grant's habeas corpus petition challenging his robbery and assault convictions

Connecticut Supreme Court Denies Habeas Corpus Appeal in Grant Case

The Connecticut Supreme Court has denied Cecil Grant's habeas corpus petition challenging his conviction for conspiracy to commit robbery, attempted robbery, and assault in connection with the shooting of a pizza delivery driver. Grant had claimed his trial counsel provided ineffective assistance.

•Grant claimed his trial counsel provided ineffective assistance in his defense strategy

Jan 20, 2026•4 min read

•Connecticut Supreme Court reviewed conviction for five counts of first-degree sexual assault involving child victims at defendant's home daycare

Connecticut Supreme Court Reviews Sexual Assault Conviction Appeal

The Connecticut Supreme Court has issued a decision in State v. Carlos G., examining the defendant's conviction on five counts of first-degree sexual assault involving two child victims at a home daycare. The case involved complex jury instruction issues regarding unanimity requirements for multiple instances of abuse.

•Case involved complex jury instruction issues regarding unanimity requirements for multiple instances of alleged abuse

Jan 13, 2026•4 min read

•Defendant convicted of home invasion and first-degree assault by firearm discharge after entering residence and shooting occupant

Connecticut Supreme Court Rules in State v. Christon M. Home Invasion Case

The Connecticut Supreme Court has issued a decision in State v. Christon M., involving a defendant convicted of home invasion and first-degree assault by firearm discharge. The case addresses important statutory interpretation questions regarding Connecticut's home invasion law.

•Case addresses statutory interpretation issues regarding Connecticut's home invasion law Section 53a-100aa

Jan 6, 2026•4 min read

•Connecticut Supreme Court issued decision in Orlando v. Liburd automobile insurance dispute case

Connecticut Supreme Court Rules in Orlando v. Liburd Auto Insurance Case

The Connecticut Supreme Court issued a decision in Orlando v. Liburd, a case involving automobile insurance coverage disputes and third-party claims following a motor vehicle accident. The ruling addresses complex issues of insurer liability and damages claims between multiple parties.

•Case involved claims for vehicle diminution of value and loss of use damages following motor vehicle accident