Criminal Law

• Money Laundering
  The CTA was enacted in 2021 for the purpose of detecting, preventing, and punishing terrorism, money laundering, and other illicit activity carried out through business entities.  It is aimed at finding and preventing bad actors who would funnel money through cover businesses, assets, and properties.

Business and Corporate Law

• Business Disputes
  Any construction business around long enough is eventually going to find the need for legal assistance. At Costello Industries (1945-2017), that need surfaced when least expected and a few of those situations could have been disastrous for our firm. But with MKRB’s guidance, Costello Industries prevailed in every significant legal matter that the organization faced. MKRB truly partnered with Costello Industries through three generations. Over the years, they made every effort to get to know our business and our people, always putting our best interests first. Their team of legal experts are seasoned veterans in construction and business law. In addition to helping us navigate active legal situations, MKRB also assisted  us in making strategic decisions to ensure that we avoided mistakes that could have become costly legal matters. Knowing that MKRB partnered with us for so many years and was an invaluable member of our team, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the entire MKRB staff. You helped write our history and we look forward to continued friendship for years to come.
• Construction Contracts
  The Connecticut Appellate Court Has Finally Weighed In On “Pay-If-Paid†Provisions In Construction Contracts, And The Decision Should Concern Subcontractors.

Employment Law

• Workers Compensation
  Beth Mercier has practiced law with Michelson, Kane, P.C., for twenty-one years.  She practices in the areas of Construction & Surety, Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, and Civil Litigation.
• Wrongful Termination
  We recently conducted a successful campaign in response to an organization drive involving the Teamsters, and in the process resolved several unfair labor practices related to the organizational drive. Michelson, Kane, P.C. is also currently representing clients in state and federal court as well as before the EEOC and CHRO in claims alleging wrongful discharge and discrimination under the American with Disabilities Act, Title VII, and corresponding state laws.
• Employment Litigation
  Michelson, Kane, P.C. offers public and private employers experienced and cost-effective representation across a wide spectrum of labor and employment-related legal matters. When you work with us, you benefit from our multidisciplinary background in both traditional labor matters and employment litigation.
• Sexual Harassment
  Carolyn has given presentations to construction trade groups and professional organizations, including a seminars for the Connecticut Subcontractor’s Association entitled “Update on SBE/MBE Set Asides and CHRO Requirements” (April 2017) and “Sexual Harassment Law: An Overview of Employer Obligations and Liability” (December 2018). She has also presented supervisor training seminars for clients on sexual harassment and other employment law matters.

Property Law

• Construction Litigation
  Michelson, Kane, Royster & Barger, P.C., is pleased to congratulate our partner, Steven B. Kaplan, for his recent recognition as the 2020 “Lawyer of the Year” for Construction Law (Hartford) by Best Lawyers®.           Only one lawyer in each practice area and designated metropolitan area is honored as the “Lawyer of the Year,” making this accolade particularly significant. This selection reflects the Read More
• Land Use and Zoning

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  If you or someone you care about has been seriously injured through no fault of your own, the financial stress and burden of medical costs, rehabilitation expenses, and lost income should not fall on your shoulders. When insurance providers fail to see it your way and either deny your claim or offer an unfair settlement, you can count on Michelson, Kane, P.C. to advocate for you aggressively in a personal injury lawsuit.
• Social Security Disability
  We are members of the NOSSCR (National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives) and routinely represent claimants before the Social Security Administration.  We have helped many disabled individuals obtain their social security disability benefits and supplemental security income benefits.

Finance Law

• Foreclosure
  A mechanic’s lien is an effective method of ensuring that property owners will properly compensate contractors and subcontractors for the workmanship and materials used in improving a private property or site. If you have not been paid, you may seek foreclosure of the lien, which may include selling the property to collect what you are owed.