Being served with a defamation complaint produces two competing instincts, and both are wrong. The first is to explain — to call the plaintiff, post a clarification, or send the email that sets the record…
Refusing a Breathalyzer in Connecticut: What Actually Happens?
You are on the side of the road. The police officer has already decided to arrest you, and now asks you to submit to a breathalyzer test. You have a few seconds, and the thought…
What Should I Do If I Have An Active Arrest Warrant In Connecticut?
Most people don't learn about a Connecticut arrest warrant from a knock at the door. They hear it secondhand. A detective leaves a voicemail asking you to come in. A bail bondsman you've never spoken…
Religious Liberty Fights Aren’t Pissing Contests.
Over the past 24 hours, I have been repeatedly pressed to publicly respond to arguments made before the Connecticut Supreme Court in Spillane v. Lamont regarding the We The Patriots USA v. Connecticut Office of…
Nastri v. Dykes Dismissed: What Happened And What’s Next?
As many of you may be aware, Atkinson Law proudly represents David Nastri - a Cheshire attorney and financial advisor - in a challenge to Connecticut's ban on carrying handguns for self-defense in its state…
Atkinson Law Is Now Open For Business!
On August 5, 2022, Atkinson Law, LLC officially opened for business. Our practice will focus on civil rights litigation, criminal defense, employment law, and sports representation. While most of these practice areas will look familiar…