After a car accident, it is easy to become overwhelmed and lose objectivity. One of the first things most people do after an accident is call their insurance company, and while it sounds logical to do so, not consulting with an attorney first can be a costly mistake....
Personal injury
Fatal accidents 22 times as likely for motorcyclists
No matter what vehicle you drive, you could be involved in a fatal accident caused by another driver. This is always a risk in the United States, with more than 40,000 people passing away annually in car crashes. You can do everything correctly yourself and still get...
What is an attractive nuisance?
If an adult is knowingly trespassing on someone’s property and gets injured, they’re likely not going to be able to sue the property owner for damages, even if there was an unsafe condition on the property. There’s generally more leeway, however, for children and even...
Hitting the brakes on bicycle accidents
The popularity of cycling in Connecticut has soared in recent years. It's a fantastic way to stay healthy, explore the beautiful scenery and reduce your carbon footprint. However, sharing the road with motor vehicles comes with inherent risks. Bicycle accidents can be...
3 legal strategies to maximize your personal injury settlement
After enduring a personal injury due to someone else's negligence, obtaining a fair personal injury settlement becomes the best legal tool for your financial recovery and ability to move forward. A fair settlement can help offset all the damages and the emotional toll...
Car accidents and traumatic brain injuries
After being involved in a Connecticut car accident, you may be left dealing with the aftermath for months or longer. Depending on certain factors and the force of the impact, you could have a catastrophic injury and need long-term medical care. A traumatic brain...
Electrical stimulation could be used to treat severe TBIs
Many Connecticut residents suffer traumatic brain injuries each year. Mild traumatic brain injuries cause only temporary declines in brain function, but severe injuries cause long-term or even permanent impairment. There is little that current medical science can do...
Common work site injuries experienced by visitors
Accidents that don't involve workers can occur at Connecticut construction sites. Other individuals, such as investors or journalists, may frequently visit a site to report or view the progress of a project. Visitors can sustain injuries if those responsible for the...
When and why not to sleep after a TBI
For many years, people claimed that it was unwise to sleep after suffering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or any type of head injury. Parents would attempt to keep their children awake after a fall, for example. Adults may try to stay awake after being involved...
Top candy choices and caution urged for Halloween
If you are planning on stocking up on candy for Hartford’s little ghosts and ghouls for Halloween, you may be interested in the top candy picks for the Nutmeg State. According to one wholesale candy retailer, CandyStore.com, it’s perhaps unsurprising that the go-to...