Younger residents of Connecticut and across the U.S. have a high chance of getting into motor vehicle accidents, which are the leading cause of spinal cord injuries among them. There are several reasons behind this phenomenon. How do motor vehicle accidents lead to...
Year: 2022
Wrongful death cases involving children and the elderly
When you lose a beloved Connecticut family member at the hands of another, you might have the right to file a wrongful lawsuit. These criteria apply when the victim is a child or old. What is a wrongful death lawsuit? A wrongful death lawsuit is a case that involves...
How drunk driving leads to accidents
Statistically speaking, drunk drivers are more likely to cause accidents on Connecticut roads or highways compared to sober ones. This is partially because it becomes difficult or impossible to regulate your body or remain in control of your car when impaired by...
Understanding the different types of distracted driving
There are many causes of motor vehicle accidents in Connecticut. One of the leading causes is distracted driving. Distracted driving can be classified into three categories: visual, manual, and cognitive. What are visual distractions? Visual distractions are anything...
What are the wrongful death laws in Connecticut?
Connecticut has its own set of wrongful death laws. If you have lost a loved one due to the negligent or intentional act of another party, it’s important to understand your legal rights and how the law works. What is wrongful death? Wrongful death occurs when a person...
Traumatic brain injuries can impact the entire family
A traumatic brain injury doesn’t affect only the victim. It can significantly impact their families as well. These injuries have extensive economic costs and social impacts that affect entire communities as well. A closer look at the symptoms of traumatic brain...
Distracted driving may cause crashes
Reckless driving and people operating vehicles while under the influence cause many accidents on Connecticut roads far too frequently. Most people realize that moving violations and intoxication could result in crashes, but they may not realize how serious and...
Who can pursue a wrongful death claim in Connecticut?
Losing a loved one is never easy, but it can be more difficult to cope with a sudden departure when your loved one’s passing was tragic and completely avoidable. If you’re in that situation now, then you’re probably left grappling with a lot of questions. How did this...
The 100 deadliest days of the year for teen drivers
The summer season happens to contain the 100 deadliest days of the year for drivers. This includes teens and adults alike in Connecticut and the rest of the U.S. Due to their inexperience, teen drivers are especially at risk. This is the time to talk to them about...
Summertime drownings and premises liability
Summer fun turns into summer tragedy if your loved one drowns in a public pool, private pool or even your neighbor’s backyard pool. Swimming pool drownings are all too common. If your loved one lost their life after drowning in someone else’s pool you will want to...