During holidays, more Connecticut residents drink more alcoholic beverages. While many are safe, this increases the risk of more drunk driving accidents occurring. Certain holidays see more of this problem. What are the worst holidays for drunk driving? Drunk driving...
Year: 2022
Who is responsible when security cameras are down?
Reports of surging crime keep appearing in the news across the country, and this should give Connecticut residents a pause. In a January report that compiled FBI and Connecticut Uniform Crime Reporting statistics of the most dangerous cities in the state, Hartford...
Vehicle colors and crash risk
Many people in Hartford, Connecticut, don't think of the color of vehicles as a risk factor relating to crashes. Data reveals some vehicle colors can affect the likelihood of an accident. Safe vehicle colors The Kelly Blue Book lists silver as the top choice for...
Pursuing a wrongful death claim after a car crash
When the family breadwinner dies in a car crash, the results can be emotionally and financially devastating. Their family is left wondering how they will pay the bills and heal emotionally without their loved one in their life. It is a tragic situation no one wants to...
Learning about SCI can provide information on potential outcomes
Experiencing a spinal cord injury (SCI) in Connecticut can change your life quickly. Understanding the statistics associated with SCI can provide you with information on potential outcomes and the prognosis for recovery. Common causes of spinal cord injuries Each...
Taking care of an injured family member
A traumatic experience, such as a family member suffering serious injuries in a car accident, can bring a family closer together and they may appreciate each other more. But taking care of an injured family member takes dedication and resiliency. Reactions Family...
What are the most common types of catastrophic injuries?
Catastrophic injuries can affect Connecticut residents without even a moment’s notice. These injuries are often severe and life-changing. These are the most common catastrophic injuries. Brain injuries Traumatic brain injuries or TBIs can range from mild to severe....
The dangers of an adverse drug event
For patients in need of medical treatment, the ever-present risk of a medication error leading to health complications and even death is an real concern. When patients in Connecticut and elsewhere suffer from an adverse drug event (ADE), the prescribing medical...
Car vs. motorcycle accidents
An "accident is an accident" is logic that might not apply to certain vehicle collisions. Cars and motorcycles are not the same from a design and operation perspective. Anyone who glances at the two realizes the differences. However, the variances may extend to...
What is traumatic brain injury, and how does it happen?
Most people have experienced some kind of blow to the head, whether from a fall, a sports activity, or a bicycle or motor vehicle accident. Just because you may be able to walk away after the event has occurred does not mean that there has not been more extensive...