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...
Personal injury
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...
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...
Occupational hazards to be aware of
Becoming injured in Connecticut can easily happen on the job if you and your coworkers are not careful. Some workplaces present more risks for injury than others, so your employer needs to put adequate protections in place to prevent injuries. Biological hazards...
Patients should protect themselves against medical errors
One in seven hospital Medicare patients experience errors in medical treatment. But these mistakes also occur throughout the health care system to all patients in hospitals, clinics, surgical centers, doctor’s offices nursing facilities pharmacies and in a patient’s...
DUI accidents because of drugs a rising and worrisome problem
During discussions about driving under the influence and the dangers it causes, people frequently think about alcohol. However, drugged driving is also a problem in Connecticut and across the nation. This has been a rising concern especially since cannabis has been...
Personal injury lawsuits and the statute of limitations
Suffering an injury due to the negligence of someone else can be a horrifying experience. In addition to the physical pain itself, the stress of dealing with the issues that come up can affect your emotional health. You may decide that bringing a personal injury...
How can you prove lost earnings capacity?
The financial ramifications of a car accident can be enormous. While you’ll certainly have to find a way to cope with lost wages, medical expenses, and rehabilitation costs, the damages don’t end there. In fact, there’s a good chance that your losses will continue to...
3 subtle symptoms of traumatic brain injuries
People who have experienced a traumatic brain injury (TBI) may experience serious symptoms like dizziness, nausea and slurred speech. However, these serious injuries can also have subtler symptoms, and identifying these symptoms can help people get the treatment they...
Pedestrian injuries: a persistent top-tier Connecticut safety focus
There are legions of personal injury risks tied to modern life, of course. Motor vehicle accidents in Connecticut and across the country spawn adverse – too often catastrophic and fatal – outcomes for individuals and families victimized by third-party negligence....

