Comments for Attorney O's Midnight Musings: Connecticut Law

Comment on Winter Storm Alfred: Life Without Power by Irene C. Olszewski, Esq.

Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 23:00:57 +0000

Audrey,

Thanks so much for sharing your story! Yes, it appears that we do share the same birthday. How wonderful that your neighbor came to the rescue. There’s nothing worse than spending a birthday alone while freezing in the dark! Thanks so much for reading … happy belated birthday!

Comment on Winter Storm Alfred: Life Without Power by Audrey Olander

Audrey Olander — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 18:28:39 +0000

I just had to respond after reading because, if I figured out the days right, you and I share the same birthday, November 2. I was also angry there was no power on my birthday and had to spend it in my freezing cold apartment also without running water and no way to get warm. Luckily I saved water in my bathtub when I heard the storm was coming. I didn’t get my power back until after a full 7 nights without heat. One of the most frustrating experiences I’ve ever had. I was about to spend my birthday feeling sorry for myself until my neighbor rang my doorbell and had brought hamburgers and hotdogs she cooked on her grill and then invited me to spend time sitting in front of her fire. Couldn’t ask for a kinder, more meaningful birthday present.

Comment on Leaving Your Passwords and Other Important Information for Your Loved Ones by Maria Z.

Maria Z. — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 03:02:40 +0000

I found your blog for the first time tonight and want to say that I’ve really learned a lot from your posts. This one really hit home for me. When my husband died last year, we struggled to find all of his online accounts. He didn’t leave any passwords or account numbers. I am still trying to sort it all out. I hope others take your advice. It’s bad enough when someone you love dies but when you have to go through this kind of nightmare it’s just awful. I will be sending this post to everyone I know. Thank you for writing it.

Comment on Leaving Your Passwords and Other Important Information for Your Loved Ones by Irene C. Olszewski, Esq.

Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 20:23:02 +0000

Maria,
I’m sorry that you experienced this first hand. It does really happen, as you can attest. I also hope that others will read this post and head the advice. Thanks for reading.

Comment on Social Media “No No’s” During Divorce Proceedings by Paulette

Paulette — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 17:16:21 +0000

I won’t say the name of my employer for obvious reasons but I can tell you the company checks every new applicant’s background by looking at the social media sites like Facebook and Twitter. There are people who don’t get hired because of the stuff that the HR people see on their pages. Word to the wise: be careful.

Comment on Cross At Your Own Risk by James Bevan

James Bevan — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 15:53:22 +0000

As a guy who pumped a lot of quarters into the arcade machines playing Frogger, I laughed myself silly when I read this. I can just picture you trying to get across the street without getting slammed by a car. A coworker of mine who knows about my past love affair with the arcades sent me this post. I have read several of your posts today and know that I will be reading this blog on a daily basis. Thanks for the laugh. I hope you always make it across the street.

Comment on Winter Storm Alfred: Life Without Power by James Bevan

James Bevan — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 15:16:38 +0000

I loved this post! You captured what all of us seemed to be going through during those awful days without power. I think I can honestly say that I felt exactly the same as each day turned to the next.

Comment on Unmarried Cohabitating Couples Should Consider a Last Will and Testament by Irene C. Olszewski, Esq.

Irene C. Olszewski, Esq. — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 23:44:28 +0000

Belinda,

I’m so sorry that your mother had to go through that awful situation. You (and she) know first hand that it really does happen. I’m glad you will spread the word. people seldom think about such issues until it is too late. Thanks for reading.

Irene

Comment on Unmarried Cohabitating Couples Should Consider a Last Will and Testament by Belinda

Belinda — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 06:03:57 +0000

What you talked about actually happened to my mother. She divorced my dad years ago and had a long-term relationship with a man she never married. They lived in his house the whole time. When he died, his brother sold the place right out from under her. She was devastated. I guess you already know that he didn’t have a will. Good advice. I will pass this on to everyone I know who is in that kind of situation.

Comment on Scams are a Conservator’s Worst Nightmare by Al Poinard

Al Poinard — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 18:06:44 +0000

My elderly mother fell for a scam like this and it cost her hundreds of dollars before she even told me about it. She felt like a fool so she didn’t mention it right away. I wish she had. She got a letter in the mail about being a secret shopper. Shame on people for preying on others like this. You do a great service by warning people. I just hope they listen before it’s too late.

Al Poinard