Pedestrian accidents can lead to severe injuries and life-altering consequences. When these accidents happen due to a driver’s negligence, those affected may have the right to pursue compensation under Connecticut law. Understanding the types of compensation available...
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Most wrong-way accidents are caused by drunk drivers
If you’ve ever seen headlights coming the wrong way down the interstate, you know how jarring and terrifying it can be—even if you’re not involved in an accident. Likewise, you may have read stories about wrong-way drivers causing serious crashes, many of which are...
How long do I have to file a wrongful death claim?
Losing someone you love is devastating, especially when it happens due to someone else's negligence. It is understandable that you need the time to mourn and be with your other loved ones. However, it is also crucial to understand there are time limits for seeking...
Vehicle crash burn injuries can be medically and legally complex
You may expect a motor vehicle accident to cause severe injuries like brain or spinal cord trauma, but devastating burns are also a risk. Severe burns can have life-long consequences for victims. They cause immense physical pain but also lead to long-term medical...
Seeking justice after losing a limb in a car crash
The life you knew, the plans you made, forever altered in an instant due to a car accident. For those who have suffered amputation, this is a painful reality. Pursuing justice and compensation can help ease this burden. Severe injuries often necessitate legal action...
Why should drivers adjust their speed for the conditions?
When you took your driving test, they should have taught you that sometimes you will need to go slower than the speed limit. They should have taught you that drivers must adjust their speed to the conditions. Here is a reminder of why this is so important: Sometimes...
What affects lost earnings in wrongful death claims?
In a wrongful death case, figuring out lost future earnings is really important for making sure the family gets fair compensation. Lost earnings are the money the deceased would have made to support their family if the accident hadn't happened. Knowing how to...
The 3 distractions a cellphone creates
Drivers should never use their cellphones while they are behind the wheel. If they are in control of the car, they need to be focused on driving. A cellphone is a serious distraction that could cause an accident. These distracted driving accidents take thousands of...
The long-term impact of car accident caused spinal injuries
Spinal injuries resulting from car accidents can have devastating long-term effects, altering a victim’s quality of life permanently. Understanding these impacts is crucial for those seeking compensation and legal assistance. Physical consequences and mobility issues...
Are your passengers a threat to your safety?
A passenger does not need to be some hitchhiker you picked up to pose a threat to your safety. The biggest threat to your safety you are ever likely to face from a passenger is probably from someone you know and love. Family and friends can threaten a driver’s safety...