Benjamin, Gold & Troyb, P.C.

01/15/2026

Attorney Daniel Benjamin wrote a blog about a critical step that people who have been injured at work must take. You can read that blog here:

In Connecticut, there is a crucial step that every injured worker must take to protect their rights: the filing of a Form 30C. This isn’t just another piece of paperwork - it’s the official Notice of Claim for Compensation. Without it, your employer and

05/20/2024

Nine years ago today, David Letterman ended his legendary late-night reign. His iconic “Top Ten List” segment influenced generations of viewers. While Dave’s lists were often humorous, Attorney Daniel Benjamin's top ten list is meant to be educational and is given with the benefit of over 45 years as a personal injury attorney. We sincerely hope it is helpful to you and your loved ones.

​Nine years ago today, David Letterman ended his legendary late-night reign. His iconic “Top Ten List” segment influenced generations of viewers. While Dave’s lists were often humorous, my top ten list is meant to be educational and is given with the be

01/15/2024

If you own or operate a limited liability company (LLC), corporation or other business entity in the United States, you may be subject to a new reporting requirement that took effect on January 1, 2024. The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), a set of new regulations implemented by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), requires certain entities to submit a report declaring beneficial ownership information to FinCEN. Depending on when the entity was formed, you may have a short window of time to file that report. Here is a blog that explains the new requirements.

If you own or operate a limited liability company (LLC), corporation or other business entity in the United States, you may be subject to a new reporting requirement that took effect on January 1, 2024. The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), a set of new r

04/07/2023

The firm is honored to announce that Attorney Daniel A. Benjamin was recognized in the field of Worker’s Compensation Law by the “Best Lawyers in Connecticut” (a publication of the Hartford Courant and the Wall Street Journal). For many years, Attorney Benjamin has represented clients who have been seriously injured, and is especially proud of his work representing firefighters in various claims before the Worker’s Compensation Commission in Connecticut. He is especially pleased that he was included in this publication based upon reviews of his legal abilities submitted by his peers (other attorneys in the state).

The firm is honored to announce that Attorney Daniel A. Benjamin was recognized in the field of Worker’s Compensation Law by the “Best Lawyers in Connecticut” (a publication of the Hartford Courant and the Wall Street Journal). For many years, Attorney B

07/26/2022

The U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services announced that their COVID-19 policy allowing petitions and applications to be filed with copies of signatures on forms will become a permanent policy. This policy has helped many clients who spent precious reso

04/26/2022

One projection expects the college athletics NIL market to grow to $1 billion in the next five years. Notably absent from NIL activities have been the majority of the NCAA’s approximately 20,000 international student-athletes. Here is a blog I wrote with Joshua Frieser about the challenges international student-athletes face when contemplating NIL deals.

​Beginning on July 1, 2021, the NCAA amended its bylaws to allow student-athletes to receive compensation in exchange for their Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) for the first time. College athletes across the country have since signed thousands of endorseme

04/21/2022

Earlier today, President Biden announced "Uniting for Ukraine," a new streamlined process to provide Ukrainian citizens who fled from the war with Russia opportunities to come to the United States. In addition, the State Department is announcing increase

03/03/2022

Late this afternoon, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the designation of Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status (TPS).

Late this afternoon, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the designation of Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). A country may be designated for TPS when conditions in the country fall into one or more of the three statutory b

03/03/2022

Several clients contacted us recently about family members who were able to exit Ukraine and are looking to fly to the United States with valid visas but cannot obtain a pre-departure Covid-19 test due to extenuating circumstances. DHS and the CDC have issued a policy amendment to allow people from Ukraine to enter in this situation.

On February 15, 2022, the Secretary of Homeland Security, in consultation with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), determined that it is in the national interest of the United States to temporarily permit the entry of certain individuals

03/01/2022

The U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Poland has created websites with information for Ukrainians who have Evacuated to Poland. These websites will be updated with additional information as the situation develops and are available in English and Ukrainian.

The U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Poland has created websites with information for Ukrainians who have Evacuated to Poland. These websites will be updated with additional information as the situation develops and are available in English and Ukrainian. Yo

02/25/2022

There are reports that the Biden administration is considering protecting certain Ukrainians living in the United States from deportation due to Russia's military attack against Ukraine. The deportation relief could be authorized through a Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation by Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas or a Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) order by President Biden.

There are reports that the Biden administration is considering protecting certain Ukrainians living in the United States from deportation due to Russia's military attack against Ukraine. The deportation relief could be authorized through a Temporary Prot

02/24/2022

Here is an update on the Status of US Consular Services in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Earlier this week, the United States Department of State (DOS) ordered the departure of most U.S. direct hire employees from Embassy Kyiv due to the continued threat of Russian military action. Applicants for U.S. nonimmigrant visas may now apply in any