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plain meaning rule in Connecticut

92 Connecticut opinions name it 3 courts 1986–2025 28 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Connecticut courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (34)

CaseFollowedCited
State v. Courchesnegreen
conn · 2003 · cited in 29 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2003–2009
2 sentences

2009The majority opinion in Miller is of limited precedential value in this context because it was released after this court discarded the plain meaning rule in State v. Courchesne, 262 Conn. 537, 577-78 , 816 A.2d 562 (2003), but before the legislature responded to Courchesne by passing § 1-2z.

2009The majority opinion in Miller is of limited precedential value in this context because it was released after this court discarded the plain meaning rule in State v. Courchesne, 262 Conn. 537, 577-78 , 816 A.2d 562 (2003), but before the legislature responded to Courchesne by passing § 1-2z.

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Hummel v. Marten Transports, Ltd.green
conn · 2007 · cited in 9 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2009–2018
2 sentences

2017See Hummel v. Marten Transport, Ltd. , 282 Conn. 477 , 501, 923 A.2d 657 (2007) (rejecting claim that legislature "intended to overrule every ... case in which our courts, prior to the passage of § 1-2z, had interpreted a statute in a manner inconsistent with the plain meaning rule"). 9 Rather, the ordinary principles of stare decisis apply to this court's interpretations of statutory provisions that predate the enactment of § 1-2z.

2017See Hummel v. Marten Transport, Ltd. , 282 Conn. 477 , 501, 923 A.2d 657 (2007) (rejecting claim that legislature "intended to overrule every ... case in which our courts, prior to the passage of § 1-2z, had interpreted a statute in a manner inconsistent with the plain meaning rule"). 9 Rather, the ordinary principles of stare decisis apply to this court's interpretations of statutory provisions that predate the enactment of § 1-2z.

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Williams v. General Nutrition Centers, Inc.green
conn · 2017 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2019–2025
2 sentences

2025See, e.g., Williams v. General Nutrition Centers, Inc., 326 Conn. 651, 657 , 166 A.3d 625 (2017). ‘‘[B]ecause regulations have the same force and effect as statutes, we interpret both using the plain meaning rule.’’ Id.; see General Statutes § 1-2z.

2025See, e.g., Williams v. General Nutrition Centers, Inc., 326 Conn. 651, 657 , 166 A.3d 625 (2017). ‘‘[B]ecause regulations have the same force and effect as statutes, we interpret both using the plain meaning rule.’’ Id.; see General Statutes § 1-2z.

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Cambodian Buddhist Society of Connecticut, Inc. v. Planning & Zoning Commissiongreen
conn · 2008 · cited in 4 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2008–2022
2 sentences

2021See, e.g., Cambodian Buddhist Society of Connecticut, Inc. v. Planning & Zoning Commission, 285 Conn. 381 , 400–401, 941 A.2d 868 (2008) (‘With respect to the construction and applica- tion of federal statutes, principles of comity and consis- tency require us to follow the plain meaning rule for the interpretation of federal statutes because that is the rule of construction utilized by the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. . . .

2021See, e.g., Cambodian Buddhist Society of Connecticut, Inc. v. Planning & Zoning Commission, 285 Conn. 381 , 400–401, 941 A.2d 868 (2008) (‘With respect to the construction and applica- tion of federal statutes, principles of comity and consis- tency require us to follow the plain meaning rule for the interpretation of federal statutes because that is the rule of construction utilized by the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. . . .

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Boardwalk Realty Associates, LLC v. M & S Gateway Associates, LLCgreen
conn · 2021 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2022–2025
2 sentences

2025See Boardwalk Realty Associates, LLC v. M & S Gateway Associates, LLC, 340 Conn. 115, 126 , 263 A.3d 87 (2021). ‘‘In other words, we seek to determine, in a reasoned manner, the meaning of the statutory language as applied to the facts of [the] case, including the question of whether the language actually does apply. . . .

2022See, e.g., Boardwalk Realty Associates, LLC v. M & S Gateway Associates, LLC, 340 Conn. 115, 126 , 263 A.3d 87 (2021).

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Springfield Hosp., Inc., Springfield Med. Care Sys., Inc. v. Guzmangreen
ca2 · 2022 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
2 sentences

2023See, e.g., Springfield Hospital, Inc. v. Guzman, 28 F.4th 403, 422 (2d Cir. 2022).

2023See, e.g., Springfield Hospital, Inc. v. Guzman, 28 F.4th 403 , 422 (2d Cir. 2022).

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cluster 776751green
ca2 · 2002 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2003–2005
2 sentences

2005In re Venture Mortgage Fund, L.P., 282 F.3d 185, 188 (2d Cir.2002).

2003Under the plain meaning rule, “[legislative history and other tools of interpretation may be relied upon only if the terms of the statute are ambiguous.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) In re Venture Mortgage Fund, L.P., 282 F.3d 185, 188 (2d Cir. 2002).

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Conway v. Town of Wiltongreen
conn · 1996 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2003–2003
2 sentences

2003See, e.g., Conway v. Wilton, 238 Conn. 653, 664-65 , 680 A.2d 242 (1996); State v. Cain, 223 Conn. 731, 744-45 , 613 A.2d 804 (1992).

2003See, e.g., Conway v. Wilton, 238 Conn. 653, 664-65 , 680 A.2d 242 (1996); State v. Cain, 223 Conn. 731, 744-45 , 613 A.2d 804 (1992).

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Ledyard v. WMS Gaming, Inc.green
conn · 2021 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
2 sentences

2022This court fol- lows ‘‘the plain meaning rule pursuant to General Stat- utes § 1-2z in construing statutes to ascertain and give effect to the apparent intent of the legislature.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Ledyard v. WMS Gaming, Inc., 338 Conn. 687, 696 , 258 A.3d 1268 (2021).

2022See, e.g., Boisvert v. Gavis, 332 Conn. 115, 141 , 210 A.3d 1 (2019). ‘‘It is well settled that we follow the plain meaning rule pursuant to General Statutes § 1-2z in construing statutes to ascertain and give effect to the apparent intent of the legislature.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Ledyard v. WMS Gaming, Inc., 338 Conn. 687, 696 , 258 A.3d 1268 (2021).

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LaFrance v. Lodmellgreen
conn · 2016 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2016–2022
2 sentences

2022The resolution of whether § 52-572h (o) allows for apportionment as to the plaintiff’s claims under § 52- 557n (b) (8) presents an issue of statutory construction. ‘‘In conducting this analysis, we are guided by the well established principle that [i]ssues of statutory construc- tion raise questions of law, over which we exercise plenary review.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) LaFrance v. Lodmell, 322 Conn. 828 , 833–34, 144 A.3d 373 (2016). ‘‘It is well settled that we follow the plain meaning rule in General Statutes § 1-2z in construing statutes to ascertain and give effect to the app

2022The resolution of whether § 52-572h (o) allows for apportionment as to the plaintiff’s claims under § 52- 557n (b) (8) presents an issue of statutory construction. ‘‘In conducting this analysis, we are guided by the well established principle that [i]ssues of statutory construc- tion raise questions of law, over which we exercise plenary review.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) LaFrance v. Lodmell, 322 Conn. 828 , 833–34, 144 A.3d 373 (2016). ‘‘It is well settled that we follow the plain meaning rule in General Statutes § 1-2z in construing statutes to ascertain and give effect to the app

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Centrix Management Co., LLC v. Valenciagreen
connappct · 2013 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
2 sentences

2025See Centrix Management Co., LLC v. Valen- cia, 145 Conn. App. 682, 687 , 76 A.3d 694 (2013); see also Kenosia Commons, Inc. v. DaCosta, 161 Conn. App. 668 , 673, 129 A.3d 730 (2015); Athena Holdings, LLC v. Marcus, 160 Conn. App. 470 , 475, 125 A.3d 290 , cert. denied, 320 Conn. 908 , 128 A.3d 952 (2015).7 We follow the plain meaning rule pursuant to General Stat- utes § 1-2z when construing statutes to ascertain and give effect to the apparent intent of the legislature.

2025See Centrix Management Co., LLC v. Valen- cia, 145 Conn. App. 682, 687 , 76 A.3d 694 (2013); see also Kenosia Commons, Inc. v. DaCosta, 161 Conn. App. 668 , 673, 129 A.3d 730 (2015); Athena Holdings, LLC v. Marcus, 160 Conn. App. 470 , 475, 125 A.3d 290 , cert. denied, 320 Conn. 908 , 128 A.3d 952 (2015).7 We follow the plain meaning rule pursuant to General Stat- utes § 1-2z when construing statutes to ascertain and give effect to the apparent intent of the legislature.

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Lopez v. William Raveis Real Estate, Inc.green
conn · 2022 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025See Rader v. Valeri, 223 Conn. App. 243 , 257, 308 A.3d 66 (construc- tion of court’s judgment is question of law subject to plenary review), cert. denied, 348 Conn. 959 , 312 A.3d 37 (2024); see also Lopez v. William Raveis Real Estate, Inc., 343 Conn. 31 , 41–42, 272 A.3d 150 (2022) (statutory construction raises question of law subject to plenary review). ‘‘It is well settled that we follow the plain meaning rule pursuant to General Statutes § 1-2z in construing statutes to ascertain and give effect to the apparent intent of the legislature.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Lopez v. Wi

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Pereira v. State Bd. of Educ.green
conn · 2012 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
2 sentences

2025We begin with the text of § 14-63-36c of the regula- tions,8 which provides in relevant part that, ‘‘[e]xcept as otherwise provided in subsection (c) of this section, a licensed wrecker service shall not charge the owner or operator of a motor vehicle, having a [gross vehicle weight rating] of ten thousand (10,000) pounds or more, for nonconsensual towing or transporting services . . . any fees in excess of the fees computed on the basis of the hourly rate published by the commissioner.’’ Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 14-63-36c (b); see also id., § 14- 63-36b (5) (defining ‘‘hourly rate’’ as ‘

2025We begin with the text of § 14-63-36c of the regula- tions,8 which provides in relevant part that, ‘‘[e]xcept as otherwise provided in subsection (c) of this section, a licensed wrecker service shall not charge the owner or operator of a motor vehicle, having a [gross vehicle weight rating] of ten thousand (10,000) pounds or more, for nonconsensual towing or transporting services . . . any fees in excess of the fees computed on the basis of the hourly rate published by the commissioner.’’ Regs., Conn. State Agencies § 14-63-36c (b); see also id., § 14- 63-36b (5) (defining ‘‘hourly rate’’ as ‘

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Rader v. Valerigreen
connappct · 2024 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2025–2025
1 sentence

2025See Rader v. Valeri, 223 Conn. App. 243 , 257, 308 A.3d 66 (construc- tion of court’s judgment is question of law subject to plenary review), cert. denied, 348 Conn. 959 , 312 A.3d 37 (2024); see also Lopez v. William Raveis Real Estate, Inc., 343 Conn. 31 , 41–42, 272 A.3d 150 (2022) (statutory construction raises question of law subject to plenary review). ‘‘It is well settled that we follow the plain meaning rule pursuant to General Statutes § 1-2z in construing statutes to ascertain and give effect to the apparent intent of the legislature.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Lopez v. Wi

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777 Residential, LLC v. Metropolitan District Commissiongreen
conn · 2020 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024See, e.g., 777 Residen- tial, LLC v. Metropolitan District Commission, 336 Conn. 819 , 827–28, 251 A.3d 56 (2020). 0, 0 CONNECTICUT LAW JOURNAL Page 23 0 Conn. 483 ,0 25 Wahba v. JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. plaintiff’s request to consider a foreclosure by sale, inquire into the actual intent of the Appellate Court as revealed in its decision as a whole, including the facts and procedural history of the case, the nature of the claims made by the plaintiff on appeal and whether there was any evidence that the Appellate Court intended that the trial court should deviate from stan- dard operating pr

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Soto v. Bushmaster Firearms International, LLCgreen
conn · 2019 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
2 sentences

2024If the meaning of the text is not plain, however, we must look to the statute as a whole and construct an interpretation that comports with its pri- mary purpose and does not lead to anomalous or unrea- sonable results.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Highland Street Associates v. Commissioner of Trans- portation, 213 Conn. App. 426 , 432, 278 A.3d 30 , cert. denied, 345 Conn. 917 , 284 A.3d 628 (2022); see also Soto v. Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC, 331 Conn. 53 , 117–18, 202 A.3d 262 , cert. denied sub nom.

2024If the meaning of the text is not plain, however, we must look to the statute as a whole and construct an interpretation that comports with its pri- mary purpose and does not lead to anomalous or unrea- sonable results.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Highland Street Associates v. Commissioner of Trans- portation, 213 Conn. App. 426 , 432, 278 A.3d 30 , cert. denied, 345 Conn. 917 , 284 A.3d 628 (2022); see also Soto v. Bushmaster Firearms International, LLC, 331 Conn. 53 , 117–18, 202 A.3d 262 , cert. denied sub nom.

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Miller v. Egangreen
conn · 2003 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
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Achillion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. v. Pamela Lawgreen
conn · 2009 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
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Gilchrist v. Commissioner of Correctiongreen
conn · 2020 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
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State v. Panekgreen
conn · 2018 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
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Boisvert v. Gavisgreen
conn · 2019 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
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O'Toole v. Eyelets for Industry, Inc.green
connappct · 2014 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
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Callaghan v. Car Parts Int'l, LLCgreen
conn · 2018 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
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In Re NBgreen
coloctapp · 2007 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
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United States v. Charles R. Dauraygreen
ca2 · 2000 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
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United States v. Lawrence Petersongreen
ca2 · 2005 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
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Modzelewski's Towing & Recovery, Inc. v. Commissioner of Motor Vehiclesgreen
conn · 2016 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2019–2019
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Mayfield v. GOSHEN VOLUNTEER FIRE CO., INC.green
conn · 2011 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
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Tele Tech of Connecticut Corp. v. Department of Public Utility Controlgreen
conn · 2004 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
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Veilleux v. Complete Interior Systems, Inc.green
conn · 2010 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2012–2012
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DaimlerChrysler Corp. v. Lawgreen
conn · 2007 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2011–2011
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State v. Orrgreen
conn · 2009 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
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Picco v. Town of Voluntowngreen
conn · 2010 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
11
Turner v. Froweingreen
conn · 2000 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2005–2005
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Also cited on this issue (46)

CaseCitedYears
Sena v. American Medical Response of Connecticut, Inc. green
conn · 2019
2 sentences

2022It is well settled that we follow the plain meaning rule in General Statutes § 1-2z in construing statutes ‘‘to ascertain and give effect to the apparent intent of the legislature.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Sena v. American Medical Response of Connecticut, Inc., 333 Conn. 30, 45 , 213 A.3d 1110 (2019); see, e.g., id., 45–46 (setting forth plain meaning rule).

2021It is well settled that we follow the plain meaning rule pursuant to General Statutes § 1-2z in construing stat- utes ‘‘to ascertain and give effect to the apparent intent of the legislature.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Sena v. American Medical Response of Connecticut, Inc., 333 Conn. 30, 45 , 213 A.3d 1110 (2019); see id., 45–46 (setting forth plain meaning rule).

52021–2022
Szewczyk v. Department of Social Services green
conn · 2005
2 sentences

2019Thus, our interpretive process will begin by inquiring whether the plain language of [each] statute, when given its ordinary, common meaning . . . is ambiguous.’’ (Citations omit- ted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Szewczyk v. Dept. of Social Services, 275 Conn. 464, 476 , 881 A.2d 259 (2005). ‘‘The test to determine ambiguity is whether the statute, when read in context, is susceptible to more than one reasonable interpretation.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Agron, 323 Conn. 629, 634 , 148 A.3d 1052 (2016); see also, e.g., United States v. Peterson, 394 F.3d 98, 105 (2d

2019Thus, our interpretive process will begin by inquiring whether the plain language of [each] statute, when given its ordinary, common meaning . . . is ambiguous.’’ (Citations omit- ted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Szewczyk v. Dept. of Social Services, 275 Conn. 464, 476 , 881 A.2d 259 (2005). ‘‘The test to determine ambiguity is whether the statute, when read in context, is susceptible to more than one reasonable interpretation.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) State v. Agron, 323 Conn. 629, 634 , 148 A.3d 1052 (2016); see also, e.g., United States v. Peterson, 394 F.3d 98, 105 (2d

42006–2019
Secured Environmental Management, Inc. v. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality green
scotus · 2004
2 sentences

2019With respect to the construction and application of federal statutes, principles of comity and consistency require us to follow the plain meaning rule . . . .’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) CCT Communications, Inc. v. Zone Telecom, Inc., 327 Conn. 114, 140 , 172 A.3d 1228 (2017). ‘‘Under the [federal] plain meaning rule, [l]egislative history and other tools of interpretation may be relied [on] only if the terms of the statute are ambiguous.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Web- ster Bank v. Oakley, 265 Conn. 539, 555 , 830 A.2d 139 (2003), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 903 , 124 S. Ct. 1

2005With respect to the construction and application of federal statutes, "principles of comity and consistency" require us to follow the plain meaning rule for the interpretation of federal statutes "because that is the rule of construction utilized by the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit." [10] Webster Bank v. Oakley, 265 Conn. 539, 554-55 , 830 A.2d 139 (2003) (construing federal Americans with Disabilities Act and Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 903 , 124 S.Ct. 1603 , 158 L.Ed.2d 244 (2004).

32005–2019
Jones v. Norfolk Southern Railway Co. green
scotus · 2004
2 sentences

2019With respect to the construction and application of federal statutes, principles of comity and consistency require us to follow the plain meaning rule . . . .’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) CCT Communications, Inc. v. Zone Telecom, Inc., 327 Conn. 114, 140 , 172 A.3d 1228 (2017). ‘‘Under the [federal] plain meaning rule, [l]egislative history and other tools of interpretation may be relied [on] only if the terms of the statute are ambiguous.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Web- ster Bank v. Oakley, 265 Conn. 539, 555 , 830 A.2d 139 (2003), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 903 , 124 S. Ct. 1

2005With respect to the construction and application of federal statutes, "principles of comity and consistency" require us to follow the plain meaning rule for the interpretation of federal statutes "because that is the rule of construction utilized by the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit." [10] Webster Bank v. Oakley, 265 Conn. 539, 554-55 , 830 A.2d 139 (2003) (construing federal Americans with Disabilities Act and Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 903 , 124 S.Ct. 1603 , 158 L.Ed.2d 244 (2004).

32005–2019
Kang v. Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University green
scotus · 2004
2 sentences

2019With respect to the construction and application of federal statutes, principles of comity and consistency require us to follow the plain meaning rule . . . .’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) CCT Communications, Inc. v. Zone Telecom, Inc., 327 Conn. 114, 140 , 172 A.3d 1228 (2017). ‘‘Under the [federal] plain meaning rule, [l]egislative history and other tools of interpretation may be relied [on] only if the terms of the statute are ambiguous.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Web- ster Bank v. Oakley, 265 Conn. 539, 555 , 830 A.2d 139 (2003), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 903 , 124 S. Ct. 1

2005With respect to the construction and application of federal statutes, "principles of comity and consistency" require us to follow the plain meaning rule for the interpretation of federal statutes "because that is the rule of construction utilized by the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit." [10] Webster Bank v. Oakley, 265 Conn. 539, 554-55 , 830 A.2d 139 (2003) (construing federal Americans with Disabilities Act and Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 903 , 124 S.Ct. 1603 , 158 L.Ed.2d 244 (2004).

32005–2019
Webster Bank v. Oakley green
conn · 2003
2 sentences

2019With respect to the construction and application of federal statutes, principles of comity and consistency require us to follow the plain meaning rule . . . .’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) CCT Communications, Inc. v. Zone Telecom, Inc., 327 Conn. 114, 140 , 172 A.3d 1228 (2017). ‘‘Under the [federal] plain meaning rule, [l]egislative history and other tools of interpretation may be relied [on] only if the terms of the statute are ambiguous.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Web- ster Bank v. Oakley, 265 Conn. 539, 555 , 830 A.2d 139 (2003), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 903 , 124 S. Ct. 1

2019With respect to the construction and application of federal statutes, principles of comity and consistency require us to follow the plain meaning rule . . . .’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) CCT Communications, Inc. v. Zone Telecom, Inc., 327 Conn. 114, 140 , 172 A.3d 1228 (2017). ‘‘Under the [federal] plain meaning rule, [l]egislative history and other tools of interpretation may be relied [on] only if the terms of the statute are ambiguous.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Web- ster Bank v. Oakley, 265 Conn. 539, 555 , 830 A.2d 139 (2003), cert. denied, 541 U.S. 903 , 124 S. Ct. 1

32005–2019
CCT Communications, Inc. v. Zone Telecom, Inc. green
conn · 2017
2 sentences

2019With respect to the construction and application of federal statutes, principles of comity and consistency require us to follow the plain meaning rule ...." (Internal quotation marks omitted.) CCT Communications, Inc. v. Zone Telecom, Inc. , 327 Conn. 114 , 140, 172 A.3d 1228 (2017).

2019With respect to the construction and application of federal statutes, principles of comity and consistency require us to follow the plain meaning rule ...." (Internal quotation marks omitted.) CCT Communications, Inc. v. Zone Telecom, Inc. , 327 Conn. 114 , 140, 172 A.3d 1228 (2017).

32019–2019
Meadowbrook Ctr., Inc. v. Buchman green
conn · 2018
2 sentences

2025Accordingly, we first ‘‘consider the text of the . . . [rule] itself and its relationship to other . . . [rules].’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Mead- owbrook Center, Inc. v. Buchman, 328 Conn. 586, 594 , 181 A.3d 550 (2018).

2025Accordingly, we first ‘‘consider the text of the . . . [rule] itself and its relationship to other . . . [rules].’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Mead- owbrook Center, Inc. v. Buchman, 328 Conn. 586, 594 , 181 A.3d 550 (2018).

22022–2025
Clark v. Waterford, Cohanzie Fire Dept. green
conn · 2023
2 sentences

2024We have determined, therefore, that the traditional deference accorded to an agency’s interpretation of a statutory term is unwar- ranted when the construction of a statute . . . has not previously been subjected to judicial scrutiny [or to] . . . a governmental agency’s time-tested interpreta- tion . . . .’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Cough- Page 8 CONNECTICUT LAW JOURNAL 0, 0 10 ,0 0 Conn. 1 Esposito v. Stamford lin v. Stamford Fire Dept., 334 Conn. 857 , 862–63, 224 A.3d 1161 (2020). ‘‘In addition, we are mindful of the proposition that all workers’ compensation legislation, becaus

2024We have determined, therefore, that the traditional deference accorded to an agency’s interpretation of a statutory term is unwar- ranted when the construction of a statute . . . has not previously been subjected to judicial scrutiny [or to] . . . a governmental agency’s time-tested interpreta- tion . . . .’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Cough- lin v. Stamford Fire Dept., 334 Conn. 857 , 862–63, 224 A.3d 1161 (2020). ‘‘In addition, we are mindful of the proposition that all workers’ compensation legislation, because of its remedial nature, should be broadly construed in favor of disable

22024–2024
Coughlin v. Stamford Fire Dept. green
conn · 2020
2 sentences

2024We have determined, therefore, that the traditional deference accorded to an agency’s interpretation of a statutory term is unwar- ranted when the construction of a statute . . . has not previously been subjected to judicial scrutiny [or to] . . . a governmental agency’s time-tested interpreta- tion . . . .’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Cough- Page 8 CONNECTICUT LAW JOURNAL 0, 0 10 ,0 0 Conn. 1 Esposito v. Stamford lin v. Stamford Fire Dept., 334 Conn. 857 , 862–63, 224 A.3d 1161 (2020). ‘‘In addition, we are mindful of the proposition that all workers’ compensation legislation, becaus

2024We have determined, therefore, that the traditional deference accorded to an agency’s interpretation of a statutory term is unwar- ranted when the construction of a statute . . . has not previously been subjected to judicial scrutiny [or to] . . . a governmental agency’s time-tested interpreta- tion . . . .’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Cough- lin v. Stamford Fire Dept., 334 Conn. 857 , 862–63, 224 A.3d 1161 (2020). ‘‘In addition, we are mindful of the proposition that all workers’ compensation legislation, because of its remedial nature, should be broadly construed in favor of disable

22024–2024
State v. Peters green
conn · 2008
2 sentences

2021Second, the petitioner argues that any potential claim of actual innocence ‘‘should have been sufficient to delay or overcome the good cause stage.’’ According to the petitioner, because of the representation of his counsel that it was possible that she would pursue an actual innocence claim in an amended petition in the future, the court was obligated to delay the timing of the hearing and to afford counsel ‘‘sufficient time to determine whether they have a good faith basis to pres- ent such a weapon to survive possible dismissal.’’9 This argument presents an issue of statutory interpre- tati

2021Second, the petitioner argues that any potential claim of actual innocence ‘‘should have been sufficient to delay or overcome the good cause stage.’’ According to the petitioner, because of the representation of his counsel that it was possible that she would pursue an actual innocence claim in an amended petition in the future, the court was obligated to delay the timing of the hearing and to afford counsel ‘‘sufficient time to determine whether they have a good faith basis to pres- ent such a weapon to survive possible dismissal.’’9 This argument presents an issue of statutory interpre- tati

22021–2021
Dark-Eyes v. Commissioner of Revenue Services green
conn · 2006
2 sentences

2008“With respect *401 to the construction and application of federal statutes, principles of comity and consistency require us to follow the plain meaning rule for the interpretation of federal statutes because that is the rule of construction utilized by the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Dark-Eyes v. Commissioner of Revenue Services, 276 Conn. 559, 571 , 887 A.2d 848 , cert. denied, 549 U.S. 815 , 127 S. Ct. 347 , 166 L.

2008“With respect *401 to the construction and application of federal statutes, principles of comity and consistency require us to follow the plain meaning rule for the interpretation of federal statutes because that is the rule of construction utilized by the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Dark-Eyes v. Commissioner of Revenue Services, 276 Conn. 559, 571 , 887 A.2d 848 , cert. denied, 549 U.S. 815 , 127 S. Ct. 347 , 166 L.

22008–2014
French v. Liebmann green
ca4 · 2006
2 sentences

2014Dark- Eyes v. Commissioner of Revenue Services, 276 Conn. 559, 571 , 887 A.2d 848 , cert. denied, 549 U.S. 815 , 127 S. Ct. 347 , 166 L.

2008“With respect *401 to the construction and application of federal statutes, principles of comity and consistency require us to follow the plain meaning rule for the interpretation of federal statutes because that is the rule of construction utilized by the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Dark-Eyes v. Commissioner of Revenue Services, 276 Conn. 559, 571 , 887 A.2d 848 , cert. denied, 549 U.S. 815 , 127 S. Ct. 347 , 166 L.

22008–2014
Cogan v. Chase Manhattan Auto Financial Corp. green
conn · 2005
2 sentences

2011Rather, I look for interpretive guidance to "the legislative history and circumstances surrounding its enactment, to the legislative policy it was designed to implement, and to its relationship to existing legislation and common law principles governing the same general subject matter. ..." (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Cogan v. Chase Manhattan Auto Financial Corp., 276 Conn. 1, 7 , 882 A.2d 597 (2005).

2011Rather, I look for interpretive guidance to "the legislative history and circumstances surrounding its enactment, to the legislative policy it was designed to implement, and to its relationship to existing legislation and common law principles governing the same general subject matter. ..." (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Cogan v. Chase Manhattan Auto Financial Corp., 276 Conn. 1, 7 , 882 A.2d 597 (2005).

22010–2011
Hayes v. Smith green
conn · 1984
12024–2024
Highland Street Associates v. Commissioner of Transportation neutral
connappct · 2022
12024–2024
State v. Smith green
connappct · 2021
12022–2022
State v. Omar neutral
connappct · 2021
12022–2022
State v. Bischoff green
conn · 2021
12022–2022
Commission on Human Rights & Opportunities v. Edge Fitness, LLC green
conn · 2022
12022–2022
1st Alliance Lending, LLC v. Dept. of Banking green
conn · 2022
12022–2022
State v. Agron green
conn · 2016
12019–2019
Mayer v. Historic Dist. Comm'n of Groton green
conn · 2017
12019–2019
Statewide Grievance Committee v. Rozbicki green
conn · 1991
12018–2018
Oakley v. Commission On Human Rights & Opportunities green
conn · 1996
12018–2018
Oakley v. Commission on Human Rights & Opportunities green
connappct · 1995
12018–2018
Alexandre v. Commissioner of Revenue Services green
conn · 2011
12017–2017
Spilke v. Spilke green
conn · 2009
12014–2014
Red 11, LLC v. Conservation Commission of Town of Fairfield green
conn · 2009
12014–2014
Opotzner v. Bass green
conn · 2001
12014–2014
Fields v. Housing Authority neutral
conn · 2001
12014–2014
Fields v. Housing Authority of Stamford neutral
connappct · 2001
12014–2014
Red 11, LLC v. Conservation Commission green
connappct · 2009
12014–2014
Lopa v. Brinker International, Inc. green
conn · 2010
12012–2012
University of Connecticut v. Freedom of Information Commission neutral
conn · 2012
12012–2012
Department of Public Safety v. Freedom of Information Commission green
conn · 2010
12011–2011
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. v. Commissioner of Revenue Services green
conn · 2010
12011–2011
Olivieri v. City of Bridgeport green
conn · 1940
12010–2010
State v. Denby green
conn · 1995
12009–2009
State v. Player green
connappct · 2000
12009–2009

Statutes the citing opinions construe

CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 1-2z (45) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 51-199 (44) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 1-1 (15) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 4-183 (11) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 42-110a (9) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53-21 (7) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 31-301b (6) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 4-166 (6) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 42-110g (5) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46a-64c (5) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53-202a (5) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 53a-48 (5)

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NM 286 (1952–2026) MD 133 (1907–2023) CA 121 (1932–2026) WA 112 (1990–2025) TX 103 (1973–2026) CT 92 (1986–2025) WI 81 (1968–2025) SC 71 (1997–2026) FL 38 (1981–2025) AK 36 (1980–2024) MI 34 (1981–2024) IL 31 (1984–2025) VT 31 (1980–2026) VA 25 (1989–2025) NV 24 (1986–2019) AZ 23 (1976–2025) UT 22 (1990–2024) AL 18 (2001–2018) NY 17 (1977–2015) MN 17 (1986–2016) PA 16 (1982–2026) DC 16 (1977–2024) HI 15 (1983–2023) NC 13 (2005–2026) KY 12 (2005–2025) CO 12 (1995–2026) OH 11 (1984–2021) MS 10 (2001–2018) IA 10 (1986–2020) NH 9 (1978–2013) DE 8 (1994–2017) MO 8 (1979–2022) ME 7 (1991–2013) NJ 6 (1961–2021) MA 6 (1986–2013) WY 6 (1991–2007) RI 6 (2005–2017) TN 5 (1992–2019) AR 5 (1996–2006) KS 4 (1994–2014) ID 4 (1990–2022) IN 4 (1992–2023) OK 4 (1973–2013) MT 4 (1985–1995) VI 3 (2008–2025) NE 3 (1986–2025) SD 2 (2000–2025) WV 2 (2014–2014)

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