The sudden loss of a loved one after a devastating traffic accident is an experience no one can ever be fully prepared to face. For a child, parent, or life partner, the shock and grief that sets in may make it difficult to handle more practical matters for a time....
How punitive damages work in Connecticut
When someone wrongfully injures you in Connecticut, you should receive compensation for your pain and suffering, medical bills, material damages, etc. Sometimes, the court can further punish the person who caused you harm so that such an accident or incident should...
Proving wrongful death
Wrongful death in Connecticut is not easy to prove, but it can be the best way to get justice in a case in which the criminal justice system has failed. Proving wrongful death requires three key pieces, and all of them need to be satisfied before being able to file an...
What are the most frequent causes of wrongful death?
In Connecticut, people must know that they can be in an accident at any time. With that, they should be aware of the most common causes of fatal accidents to have a chance at avoiding them. After one has happened, though, it is imperative for those left behind to know...
Coping with loss in a fatal traffic accident
The shock and overwhelming grief that engulfs those whose loved one has suffered catastrophic injuries or death in a traffic accident is traumatizing as it is. When they have to also deal with the costs of extensive medical procedures, rehabilitation or prolonged...
The right approach to wrongful death cases in Connecticut
No one is ever prepared for that phone call that informs them that a loved one has died suddenly in a motor vehicle accident. But, the fact is that serious motor vehicle accidents are quite common in Connecticut and the throughout the rest of the country, resulting in...
Wrongful death claims
When a loved one suffers a fatal accident, it is devastating for the family members left behind. When the accident is caused by the negligence of another party, it may leave the family with questions about how to pursue a wrongful death claim. In addition to the...
Fatal Simsbury car accident still under investigation
Especially in our less dense areas, our roadways can seem relatively clear. However, we should never lose our vigilance on the road because, regardless of the time of day, Hartford roads can become dangerous in an instance. Unfortunately, one such example took place...
Riskier driving during the lockdown increased traffic fatalities
People have been driving less during the lockdown period. How much less? About 26% less, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Because of that, the number of overall traffic fatalities is down by 3.3%, compared to last year. That...
What is a wrongful death claim for damages?
A wrongful death claim for damages is an important legal remedy for surviving loved ones left behind following a fatal accident. When a loved one has been wrongfully killed by the negligence of another party, a wrongful death claim for damages can provide important...
