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balancing of many factors in Connecticut

42 Connecticut opinions name it 3 courts 1994–2026 2 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 (4)

CaseFollowedCited
Hartford Whalers Hockey Club v. Uniroyal Goodrich Tire Co.green
conn · 1994 · cited in 10 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1996–2017
2 sentences

2017See, e.g., Hartford Whalers Hockey Club v. Uniroyal Goodrich Tire Co. , 231 Conn. 276 , 283, 649 A.2d 518 (1994) ("equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court").

2017See, e.g., Hartford Whalers Hockey Club v. Uniroyal Goodrich Tire Co. , 231 Conn. 276 , 283, 649 A.2d 518 (1994) ("equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court").

510
McNeil v. Ricciogreen
connappct · 1997 · cited in 3 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1998–2002
2 sentences

2002This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Maris v. McGrath, 58 Conn. App. 183, 186 , 753 A.2d 390 , cert. granted on other grounds, 254 Conn. 919 , 759 A.2d 1025 (2000); see also McNeil v. Riccio, 45 Conn. App. 466, 475 , 696 A.2d 1050 (1997).

2002This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Maris v. McGrath, 58 Conn. App. 183, 186 , 753 A.2d 390 , cert. granted on other grounds, 254 Conn. 919 , 759 A.2d 1025 (2000); see also McNeil v. Riccio, 45 Conn. App. 466, 475 , 696 A.2d 1050 (1997).

23
Hamm v. Taylorgreen
conn · 1980 · cited in 2 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 1994–1996
2 sentences

1996Reynolds v. Ramos, 188 Conn. 316, 321 , 449 A.2d 182 (1982); see also Hamm v. Taylor, 180 Conn. 491, 495-96 , 429 A.2d 946 (1980) . . . .” Hartford Whalers Hockey Club v. Uniroyal Goodrich Tire Co., 231 Conn. 276, 283 , 649 A.2d 518 (1994).

1996Reynolds v. Ramos, 188 Conn. 316, 321 , 449 A.2d 182 (1982); see also Hamm v. Taylor, 180 Conn. 491, 495-96 , 429 A.2d 946 (1980) . . . .” Hartford Whalers Hockey Club v. Uniroyal Goodrich Tire Co., 231 Conn. 276, 283 , 649 A.2d 518 (1994).

22
Connecticut Bank & Trust Co. v. Wintersgreen
conn · 1993 · cited in 1 Connecticut opinions naming this issue, 2017–2017
2 sentences

2017Generally speaking, "equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court." (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Wendell Corp. Trustee v. Thurston , 239 Conn. 109 , 114, 680 A.2d 1314 (1996) ; see also Connecticut Bank & Trust Co. v. Winters , 225 Conn. 146 , 162, 622 A.2d 536 (1993). "[C]ourts exercising their equitable powers are charged with formulating fair and practical remedies appropriate to the specific dispute ....

2017Generally speaking, "equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court." (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Wendell Corp. Trustee v. Thurston , 239 Conn. 109 , 114, 680 A.2d 1314 (1996) ; see also Connecticut Bank & Trust Co. v. Winters , 225 Conn. 146 , 162, 622 A.2d 536 (1993). "[C]ourts exercising their equitable powers are charged with formulating fair and practical remedies appropriate to the specific dispute ....

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

CaseNegativeCited
No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Connecticut. Read the followed side critically anyway.

Also cited on this issue (29)

CaseCitedYears
Town of New Hartford v. Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority green
conn · 2009
2 sentences

2018This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court." (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) New Hartford v. Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority , 291 Conn. 433 , 451-52, 970 A.2d 592 (2009).

2018This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court." (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) New Hartford v. Connecticut Resources Recovery Authority , 291 Conn. 433 , 451-52, 970 A.2d 592 (2009).

52011–2019
Wendell Corp. Trustee v. Thurston green
conn · 1996
2 sentences

2017Generally speaking, "equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court." (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Wendell Corp. Trustee v. Thurston , 239 Conn. 109 , 114, 680 A.2d 1314 (1996) ; see also Connecticut Bank & Trust Co. v. Winters , 225 Conn. 146 , 162, 622 A.2d 536 (1993). "[C]ourts exercising their equitable powers are charged with formulating fair and practical remedies appropriate to the specific dispute ....

2017Generally speaking, "equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court." (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Wendell Corp. Trustee v. Thurston , 239 Conn. 109 , 114, 680 A.2d 1314 (1996) ; see also Connecticut Bank & Trust Co. v. Winters , 225 Conn. 146 , 162, 622 A.2d 536 (1993). "[C]ourts exercising their equitable powers are charged with formulating fair and practical remedies appropriate to the specific dispute ....

42002–2017
Reynolds v. Ramos green
conn · 1982
2 sentences

2000Reynolds v. Ramos, 188 Conn. 316, 321 , 449 A.2d 182 (1982) ....

2000Reynolds v. Ramos, 188 Conn. 316, 321 , 449 A.2d 182 (1982) ....

41994–2000
Stewart v. King green
connappct · 2010
2 sentences

2012This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Stewart v. King, 121 Conn. App. 64, 71 , 994 A.2d 308 (2010).

2012This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Stewart v. King, 121 Conn. App. 64, 71 , 994 A.2d 308 (2010).

32010–2012
Menard v. Gaskell green
connappct · 2005
2 sentences

2009This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Menard v. Gaskell, 92 Conn. App. 551, 555 , 885 A.2d 1254 (2005).

2009This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Menard v. Gaskell, 92 Conn. App. 551, 555 , 885 A.2d 1254 (2005).

32006–2009
Jay v. a & a VENTURES, LLC green
connappct · 2009
2 sentences

2025See Heyward v. Judicial Dept., 159 Conn. App. 794 , 799, 124 A.3d 920 (2015) (‘‘[i]f there is no final judgment, we cannot reach the merits of the appeal’’ (internal quotation marks omitted)); Jay v. A & A Ventures, LLC, 118 Conn. App. 506, 517 , 984 A.2d 784 (2009) (‘‘equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court’’ (internal quotation marks omit- ted)).

2025See Heyward v. Judicial Dept., 159 Conn. App. 794 , 799, 124 A.3d 920 (2015) (‘‘[i]f there is no final judgment, we cannot reach the merits of the appeal’’ (internal quotation marks omitted)); Jay v. A & A Ventures, LLC, 118 Conn. App. 506, 517 , 984 A.2d 784 (2009) (‘‘equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court’’ (internal quotation marks omit- ted)).

22010–2025
Ayotte Bros. Construction Co. v. Finney green
connappct · 1996
2 sentences

2012Construction Co. v. Finney, 42 Conn. App. 578, 581 , 680 A.2d 330 (1996).

2012Construction Co. v. Finney, 42 Conn. App. 578, 581 , 680 A.2d 330 (1996).

22012–2012
Maris v. McGrath green
connappct · 2000
2 sentences

2002This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Maris v. McGrath, 58 Conn. App. 183, 186 , 753 A.2d 390 , cert. granted on other grounds, 254 Conn. 919 , 759 A.2d 1025 (2000); see also McNeil v. Riccio, 45 Conn. App. 466, 475 , 696 A.2d 1050 (1997).

2002This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Maris v. McGrath, 58 Conn. App. 183, 186 , 753 A.2d 390 , cert. granted on other grounds, 254 Conn. 919 , 759 A.2d 1025 (2000); see also McNeil v. Riccio, 45 Conn. App. 466, 475 , 696 A.2d 1050 (1997).

22001–2002
State v. Lacks green
conn · 2000
2 sentences

2002This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Maris v. McGrath, 58 Conn. App. 183, 186 , 753 A.2d 390 , cert. granted on other grounds, 254 Conn. 919 , 759 A.2d 1025 (2000); see also McNeil v. Riccio, 45 Conn. App. 466, 475 , 696 A.2d 1050 (1997).

2001This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Maris v. McGrath, 58 Conn. App. 183, 186 , 753 A.2d 390 , cert. granted on other grounds, 254 Conn. 919 , 759 A.2d 1025 (2000); see also McNeil v. Riccio, 45 Conn. App. 466, 475-76 , 696 A.2d 1050 (1997).

22001–2002
McClendon v. Commissioner of Correction green
conn · 2000
2 sentences

2002This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Maris v. McGrath, 58 Conn. App. 183, 186 , 753 A.2d 390 , cert. granted on other grounds, 254 Conn. 919 , 759 A.2d 1025 (2000); see also McNeil v. Riccio, 45 Conn. App. 466, 475 , 696 A.2d 1050 (1997).

2001This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Citations omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Maris v. McGrath, 58 Conn. App. 183, 186 , 753 A.2d 390 , cert. granted on other grounds, 254 Conn. 919 , 759 A.2d 1025 (2000); see also McNeil v. Riccio, 45 Conn. App. 466, 475-76 , 696 A.2d 1050 (1997).

22001–2002
National Waste Associates, LLC v. Scharf green
connappct · 2018
2 sentences

2026Comissiong v. Currytto of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) National Waste Associates, LLC v. Scharf, 183 Conn. App. 734 , 741–42, 194 A.3d 1 (2018).

2026Comissiong v. Currytto of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) National Waste Associates, LLC v. Scharf, 183 Conn. App. 734 , 741–42, 194 A.3d 1 (2018).

12026–2026
Cupe v. Commissioner of Correction green
conn · 2002
1 sentence

2019The plaintiff relies primarily on Gardner v. Pilato, 68 Conn. App. 448, 449 , 791 A.2d 707 , cert. denied, 260 Conn. 908 , 795 A.2d 544 (2002), to support its position.

12019–2019
Jackson v. Commissioner of Correction green
conn · 2002
1 sentence

2019The plaintiff relies primarily on Gardner v. Pilato, 68 Conn. App. 448, 449 , 791 A.2d 707 , cert. denied, 260 Conn. 908 , 795 A.2d 544 (2002), to support its position.

12019–2019
Gardner v. Pilato green
connappct · 2002
2 sentences

2019The plaintiff relies primarily on Gardner v. Pilato, 68 Conn. App. 448, 449 , 791 A.2d 707 , cert. denied, 260 Conn. 908 , 795 A.2d 544 (2002), to support its position.

2019The plaintiff relies primarily on Gardner v. Pilato, 68 Conn. App. 448, 449 , 791 A.2d 707 , cert. denied, 260 Conn. 908 , 795 A.2d 544 (2002), to support its position.

12019–2019
Laser Contracting, LLC v. Torrance Family Ltd. Partnership neutral
connappct · 2008
2 sentences

2019Partnership, 108 Conn. App. 222 , 230–31, 947 A.2d 989 (2008).

2019Partnership, 108 Conn. App. 222 , 230–31, 947 A.2d 989 (2008).

12019–2019
Utzler v. Braca green
connappct · 2009
2 sentences

2019This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Utzler v. Braca, 115 Conn. App. 261 , 267–68, 972 A.2d 743 (2009).

2019This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Utzler v. Braca, 115 Conn. App. 261 , 267–68, 972 A.2d 743 (2009).

12019–2019
In re Carracino green
nj · 2015
1 sentence

2017In doing equity, [a] court has the power to adapt equitable remedies to the particular circumstances of each particular case." (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Kaye v. Rosefielde , supra, 223 N.J. at 231 , 121 A.3d 862 . "[E]quitable discretion is not governed by fixed principles and definite rules ...." (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Id.

12017–2017
Bruce Kaye v. Alan P. Rosefielde (073353) green
nj · 2015
1 sentence

2017In doing equity, [a] court has the power to adapt equitable remedies to the particular circumstances of each particular case." (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Kaye v. Rosefielde , supra, 223 N.J. at 231 , 121 A.3d 862 . "[E]quitable discretion is not governed by fixed principles and definite rules ...." (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Id.

12017–2017
Waterview Site Service, Inc. v. Pay Day, Inc. neutral
connappct · 2010
2 sentences

2016This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Waterview Site Services, Inc. v. Pay Day, Inc., 125 Conn. App. 561, 569 , 11 A.3d 692 (2010), cert. denied, 300 Conn. 910 , 12 A.3d 1005 (2011). ‘‘As a general rule, for the benefit to be unjust, the defendant must have solicited it.

2016This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Waterview Site Services, Inc. v. Pay Day, Inc., 125 Conn. App. 561, 569 , 11 A.3d 692 (2010), cert. denied, 300 Conn. 910 , 12 A.3d 1005 (2011). ‘‘As a general rule, for the benefit to be unjust, the defendant must have solicited it.

12016–2016
Schirmer v. Souza green
connappct · 2011
2 sentences

2016This doctrine [of unjust enrichment] is inapplicable where the payment has been made officiously, i.e., where the circumstances do not justify the interference with another’s affairs resulting from conferring a benefit upon him. . . . [W]here a person has officiously conferred a benefit upon another, the other is enriched but is not consid- ered to be unjustly enriched.’’ (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Schirmer v. Souza, 126 Conn. App. 759, 770 , 12 A.3d 1048 (2011).

2016This doctrine [of unjust enrichment] is inapplicable where the payment has been made officiously, i.e., where the circumstances do not justify the interference with another’s affairs resulting from conferring a benefit upon him. . . . [W]here a person has officiously conferred a benefit upon another, the other is enriched but is not consid- ered to be unjustly enriched.’’ (Citation omitted; internal quotation marks omitted.) Schirmer v. Souza, 126 Conn. App. 759, 770 , 12 A.3d 1048 (2011).

12016–2016
Waterview Site Services, Inc. v. Pay Day, Inc. green
conn · 2011
2 sentences

2016This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Waterview Site Services, Inc. v. Pay Day, Inc., 125 Conn. App. 561, 569 , 11 A.3d 692 (2010), cert. denied, 300 Conn. 910 , 12 A.3d 1005 (2011). ‘‘As a general rule, for the benefit to be unjust, the defendant must have solicited it.

2016This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.’’ (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Waterview Site Services, Inc. v. Pay Day, Inc., 125 Conn. App. 561, 569 , 11 A.3d 692 (2010), cert. denied, 300 Conn. 910 , 12 A.3d 1005 (2011). ‘‘As a general rule, for the benefit to be unjust, the defendant must have solicited it.

12016–2016
Cadle Co. v. Gabel green
connappct · 2002
2 sentences

2010“A constructive trust arises contrary to intention and in invitum, against one who, by fraud, actual or constructive, by duress or abuse of confidence, by commission of wrong, or by any form of unconscionable *147 conduct, artifice, concealment, or questionable means, or who in any way against equity and good conscience, either has obtained or holds the legal right to property which he ought not, in equity and good conscience, hold and enjoy. . . . [Therefore], [a] constructive trust arises whenever another’s property has been wrongfully appropriated and converted into a different form . . . [

2010“A constructive trust arises contrary to intention and in invitum, against one who, by fraud, actual or constructive, by duress or abuse of confidence, by commission of wrong, or by any form of unconscionable *147 conduct, artifice, concealment, or questionable means, or who in any way against equity and good conscience, either has obtained or holds the legal right to property which he ought not, in equity and good conscience, hold and enjoy. . . . [Therefore], [a] constructive trust arises whenever another’s property has been wrongfully appropriated and converted into a different form . . . [

12010–2010
Jarvis v. Lieder green
connappct · 2009
2 sentences

2010This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Jarvis v. Lieder, 117 Conn. App. 129, 143 , 978 A.2d 106 (2009).

2010This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Jarvis v. Lieder, 117 Conn. App. 129, 143 , 978 A.2d 106 (2009).

12010–2010
Garrigus v. Viarengo green
connappct · 2009
2 sentences

2009This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Garrigus v. Viarengo, 112 Conn. App. 655, 671-72 , 963 A.2d 1065 (2009).

2009This limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Garrigus v. Viarengo, 112 Conn. App. 655, 671-72 , 963 A.2d 1065 (2009).

12009–2009
Fish v. Fish green
connappct · 2005
2 sentences

2009Our limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Fish v. Fish, 90 Conn. App. 744, 763-64 , 881 A.2d 342 (2005), rev’d in part on other grounds, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040 (2008).

2009Our limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Fish v. Fish, 90 Conn. App. 744, 763-64 , 881 A.2d 342 (2005), rev’d in part on other grounds, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040 (2008).

12009–2009
Fish v. Fish green
conn · 2008
2 sentences

2009Our limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Fish v. Fish, 90 Conn. App. 744, 763-64 , 881 A.2d 342 (2005), rev’d in part on other grounds, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040 (2008).

2009Our limited scope of review is consistent with the general proposition that equitable determinations that depend on the balancing of many factors are committed to the sound discretion of the trial court.” (Internal quotation marks omitted.) Fish v. Fish, 90 Conn. App. 744, 763-64 , 881 A.2d 342 (2005), rev’d in part on other grounds, 285 Conn. 24 , 939 A.2d 1040 (2008).

12009–2009
McCarthy v. McCarthy neutral
connappct · 2000
12005–2005
Connolly v. Connolly green
conn · 1983
12005–2005
Weisman v. Kaspar green
conn · 1995
11999–1999

Statutes the citing opinions construe

CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 42-110a (6) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 51-199 (4) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-564 (4) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 42-110b (3) CT § Conn. Gen. Stat. § 52-550 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

CT 42 (1994–2026) NY 25 (1975–2024) CA 8 (1959–2025) TN 7 (2002–2025)

Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.

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