Being injured in a hit-and-run can disrupt your peace of mind. Dealing with sudden injuries caused by someone else’s actions can upend your peace of mind, and rightfully so. However, instead of chasing the fleeing vehicle, there are certain things you should keep in...
Motor vehicle accidents
Can an insurance company rush you to accept a settlement after a car accident?
After a serious car accident, you have to err on the side of caution if the at-fault driver or their insurance company is rushing for a settlement. While a fast payout might seem like the right choice when medical bills are piling up, acting too quickly usually serves...
Your next moves after getting hit by an uninsured driver
You are out on the road like any normal day until you find yourself injured after getting involved in a car accident. While the situation is stressful enough, discovering that the at-fault driver has no insurance can make things feel hopeless. Fortunately, Connecticut...
Can I recover damages for emotional distress after a car crash?
A serious car accident can leave you with more than broken bones and bruises. For many car crash survivors, even long after their physical injuries heal, they may struggle with fear, anxiety and other scars that don’t show on the surface. Connecticut law is cognizant...
Who pays for your injuries in a rideshare accident?
Being injured in a rideshare accident can be scary and confusing. A major concern for victims in this situation is understanding whose insurance will cover their injuries and damages: theirs or the driver’s? In Connecticut, rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft...
A “minor” car accident can lead to major medical issues
A low-speed collision or brief moment of impact with another vehicle can feel more like an inconvenience than a life-altering event. Many people walk away believing they were lucky -- shaken but unharmed. However, that assumption can be dangerous. After all, when a...
When is a business potentially liable for a drunk driving crash?
Drunk drivers put everyone at risk on the road. The law prohibits driving while noticeably impaired or with an elevated blood alcohol concentration. Motorists who knowingly violate traffic statutes are usually liable for the harm they cause others. However, individual...
3 critical warning signs of a car crash brain injury
There are many ways for motor vehicle collisions to cause traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). The violent motions of the vehicle during the crash could shake the brain inside the skull. A person could hit their head, causing blunt-force trauma. TBIs are among the most...
T-bone crashes: Why this accident is very dangerous
T-bone crashes, also known as side-impact crashes, are one of the most dangerous auto accidents. These occur when a car’s front end hits the side of another. As a result, the collision can leave victims with severe injuries. In Connecticut, this type of collision...
How distracted driving impacts everyone on the road
Most people think of distracted driving as using your phone while behind the wheel. The truth is that distraction comes in many forms, such as adjusting the radio, eating, reaching for something behind your seat, talking with your passengers or daydreaming....

