Many Connecticut residents probably know intuitively that spinal cord injuries of any sort are life-altering. The majority of spinal cord injuries, close to 2 our of 3 involve some loss of mobility either throughout one’s body or, less commonly, just below the waist....
Motor vehicle accidents
Safe motorcycle riding begins before you leave home
Oftentimes the limited days of summer fly by in the blink of an eye. Fortunately, you have right to make the most of the longer, warmer days. If you’re a motorcyclist, savoring summer probably means taking your bike out for as many rides as possible. As you prepare to...
Do drivers have recourse after a hit and run accident?
Hit and run accidents are often more complicated to deal with than other car crashes. You may worry that you have limited options for recourse because the other motorist fled. But understanding the benefits you can receive through your own insurance policy will help...
What to do following a car accident
Connecticut roadways can be dangerous places. Though Connecticut is among the safer states to drive, car accidents are still just as stressful. Knowing what to do immediately following a car accident can help drivers stay safe and prepare themselves for dealing with...
Common delayed injuries after car accidents
Getting in a car accident can be a traumatic experience – even if you consider the collision to be minor. Initially, you may have been fortunate enough to walk away from the accident unharmed. But perhaps days or even weeks later, the pain starts to set in. It’s not...
Empowerment: responding forcefully in the wake of a car accident
Most drivers who routinely negotiate Connecticut’s varied streets and roadways do so with due care and competence. That is, they look out for others as well as themselves when they are behind the wheel and out in traffic. Sadly, though, that is not uniformly...
With Spring in the air, Connecticut drivers must share the road
Warmer weather means more motorcycles on Connecticut roads. Unfortunately, our state does not have the best track record when it comes to motorcycle accidents and deaths. As riders reenter the roads for the Spring and Summer months, it’s vital to remember to share the...
What the future of vehicles might mean for drivers’ safety
Many auto accidents occur due to driver errors, but some crashes and injuries are the result of mechanical defects. For example, a faulty emergency brake might fail to stop the car in time. However, vehicles are changing. Auto technology is improving and shifting....
Seeking justice after a truck crash is possible and complex
Many truck crashes change people’s lives in very personal ways. Because of the enormous weight and, often, speed of commercial tractor-trailers, the damage they do can be horrific. Legal avenues for making recovery as complete as possible involve especially complex...
Warning signs of a traumatic brain injury after a car crash
Head injuries are unfortunately common after car accidents. One of the most severe types is a traumatic brain injury, which is often caused by a violent blow to your head. There are over 1.5 million cases of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) in the U.S. each year. A TBI...

