Firefighters look at danger straight in the eye and run to it. But while their exposure to heat, carcinogens and harmful chemicals can save lives, it can cost theirs. In recognition of their selfless service, Connecticut announced that a newly passed legislation would...
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Personal Injury
A closer look at Connecticut’s dog bite laws
No matter the age, size or breed, dogs tend to bite when feeling provoked or defensive. But when a dog bite inflicts severe injuries and long-term trauma, what may seem like a harmless walk in the park may quickly escalate into a complex legal nightmare. If you are a...
What are the recoverable damages in a wrongful death claim?
As a surviving family member, you must feel that no one else but yourself should be on top of sorting out your deceased loved one’s affairs by default. However, as much as it pains you not to be in charge, you may only receive compensation but not file a lawsuit....
What is a premises liability claim?
Commercial and private property owners are responsible for keeping their property safe beyond a reasonable doubt. Property owners owe a duty of reasonable care to those who enter their property. They are liable for what happens to guests and visitors on their...
Nearly 40% of spinal cord injuries come from car accidents
Spinal cord trauma is one of the more severe injuries that may result from a car crash. In the United States, motor vehicle accidents cause almost 40% of all spinal cord injuries recorded each year. Victims who suffer spinal trauma may experience bruising and...
What are the penalties for evading responsibility after a crash?
Certain collisions seem too minor for you to stop and stay at the scene. However, doing so could put you in a tough spot. The law has provisions for evading responsibility in traffic accidents. After an accident, involved drivers should remain at the crash scene to...
Medical malpractice basics in Connecticut
You trust your doctor to give you quality care. Unfortunately, at times medical errors happen, resulting in needless injury to patients. When this happens, what legal options do you have to recover for your injuries and other damages arising from the doctor’s error?...
Keep the roads safe for other motorists this Christmas
Whether you are simply driving to the other side of town this Christmas or you are making a cross-country road trip, you are likely to encounter some travel problems along the way. After all, Christmas is one of the busiest travel times of the year. Christmas Day is...
Resident-to-resident incidents may stem from inadequate care
Watching a loved one decline mentally can be difficult, especially when they can no longer care for themselves or even stay grounded in their current reality. When a loved one has dementia or a similar mental ailment, they may need specialized care that can only be...
The emotional trauma of car crashes
Car accidents are so common that driving is the most dangerous thing you do every day. In fact, a pilot is statistically much safer in the air than during the drive home from the airport. After a car crash, we usually focus attention on the injuries you can see, which...