Possible Limitations You May Face in Your Family Matter

A beautiful couple of lesbian ladies having fun in the park with their adopted teenage daughter. The young family sitting on the ground, playing patty-cake, laughing. Autumn trees in the background.In last week’s log, we looked at the possible consequences and options for recourse if a party did not honor their end of a family law matter. While this may be a concern for a number of individuals, an even bigger concern may be the legal system itself. While it is true that there are laws and mandates in place that are meant to protect the rights of LGBT individuals and families, the sad truth of the matter is that a significant number of players in the legal realm utilize their advocacy skills and inherent biases to keep certain groups oppressed. In this week’s blog, your Milford, CT attorneys will address the possible limitations you may face in your family matter and ways that our team can help.

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When Your Former Partner Avoids Their Duties

Hands of woman and his son holding coins on wooden table. Concept of child supportIt can be grueling to undergo the legal process for the first time. What’s worse is having to do it again when opposing parties do not follow through with their court-mandated duties. Legal processes such as divorce, custody battles, and child support are already difficult for many parties involved, and fighting for your rights at times can seem futile. However, your Milford, CT attorneys at Larracuent & Goulden, LLC are ready to fight for you and ensure that you achieve what’s owed to you.

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What You Can Do in the Event of a Personal Injury

Injured man consulting an attorney about a lawsuit.Have you ever experienced an injury due to someone else’s negligence? If so, you may be entitled to compensation for the harm that has been caused. Apart from probate law, personal injury consists of damage done to the body, mind, or emotions and is filed against the individual or entity that is responsible. Whether you received an injury in a store, warehouse, walking on the sidewalk, or even at the park, your Milford, CT attorneys at Larracuente & Goulden, LLC are prepared to represent you through the entire legal process, ensuring that you receive the settlement you are owed.

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When You Should Prepare for the Inevitable

Probate Law book and wooden gavel in the court.While most people have a thorough grasp on their familial roles within their own unique system, the fact of the matter is that legal rights, responsibilities, and more can actually differ. Greatly. Oftentimes the average family does not consider this side of the argument until the inevitable has occurred and decisions must be made or carried out regarding division of assets, finances, and property. In the event of a death in the family, it is imperative individuals have a clear-cut plan for what is to ensue, and your Milford, CT lawyers at Larracuent & Goulden, LLC are here to help make that process much easier during such an emotional time.

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What Happens When You Get a DUI?

Caucasian Trucker with Problems. Devastated Men and His Fleet of Trucks. Business Owner Facing Bankruptcy.

When you are pulled over and arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), it can be a troubling process. What does this mean for your record? Is this a felony or a misdemeanor? What are your options? These are just a few of the myriad of things that may run through your mind, and you may be frightened and uncertain of your rights or what you can even do in this situation. In circumstances such as these, it is crucial to have an educated and experienced attorney Milford, CT attorney on your side to detail exactly what happens when you receive a DUI.

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When Custody Battles Get Messy

Kid daughter feels upset while parents fighting at background, sad little girl frustrated with psychological problem caused by mom and dad arguing, family conflicts or divorce impact on child conceptOne of the goals many individuals possess is the hope to find a partner, start a family and live happily ever after. We understand that life is full of ups and downs, quarrels and disagreements, and more, and that sometimes that notion does not work out. When couples decide to divorce or separate, however, the situation can become difficult when it comes to establishing property rights, division of assets and other circumstances, and becomes increasingly more so when involving the question of custody.  While deciding this matter can become a messy process, your Milford, CT attorneys at Larracuente & Goulden, LLC are here to help you through the process.

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Traversing the Complications of Establishing Paternity

African Father and son baking cookies at home together.Many individuals and couples strive to advance in their career, live a happy life, and for some, create a family. Creating a family can occur through a few different methods, whether biological, adoptive, or other, and couples raise their children together. Whenever couples divorce or separate, however, establishing and determining who receives what rights can become a bit complicated. The judge will act in the best interest of the child when establishing custody rights, and if a person does not have established paternal rights, it can be close to impossible to gain adoptive or custody rights. Fortunately, the attorneys at Larracuente & Goulden, LLC in Milford, CT can help you by informing you about the paternity process and possible complications that may arise.

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Do You Know What’s Included In Your Premarital Agreement?

Milford, CT Premarital AgreementWhen couples choose to enter a civil union or marriage, a great deal of planning is involved in ensuring the big day and the ceremony is everything both partners dream of. From planning the venue, the menu, the seating, meeting with decorators, florists, and so on, partners are typically very specific about their likes and dislikes and take care to plan for potential setbacks as well. What many people are unaware of, however, is that couples can plan and set goals for specific roles and responsibilities in their marriages as well by creating a premarital agreement, addressing specific family law matters such as estate rights or maintenance payments. The Milford, CT attorneys at Larracuente & Goulden, LLC can assist in drafting and presenting premarital or prenuptial agreements to ensure that you and your partner’s goals and wishes for your union are legally upheld and sound.

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What To Expect When Facing A Possible Felony Conviction

Milford Felony COnvictionFacing a possible felony conviction is a gut-wrenching, life-changing process. Unlike a civil matter, a criminal judge will not offer forms of alternative dispute resolution for your case, and you will be expected to testify in court in front of a criminal jury. The process can be long, strenuous, and, of course, will have lasting effects on your record and your life. Having the experience of a knowledgeable and aggressive attorney to assist you through your legal matter is a must, and fortunately, the team at Larracuent & Goulden, LLC in Milford, Connecticut are here to help you.

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Settling Your Matter Through Alternative Dispute Resolution

Milford Attorney Alternative Dispute ResolutionSeeking legal help can seem daunting initially, especially now in the wake of the Coronavirus Pandemic. The litigation process can be extensive, strenuous, costly, and there is no guarantee when the court will see your case, potentially extending the duration of it for periods of months or even years. Whether you are looking to expand your family or seeking assistance in beginning the process for LLC Formation, however, the attorneys at Larracuente & Goulden, LLC in Milford, Connecticut want to help you achieve the best possible outcome and alternative dispute resolution practices as a tool to settle your matter quickly and efficiently.

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