Winter weather can turn everyday driving into a serious challenge, making winter road safety a critical concern for all drivers. Ice, snow, slush, and freezing temperatures create unpredictable road conditions that demand extra caution, even from the most experienced drivers. Each year in Connecticut, thousands of accidents occur because drivers are unprepared for how drastically… Continue reading Winter Road Safety: Tips for Driving on Ice and Snow
Personal Injury – $875,000 Settlement (Motorcycle Collision, Orthopedic Trauma and Infection) “Brian” was riding his motorcycle home from work when a car turned left directly in front of him. With no time to swerve, he struck the vehicle and was thrown violently onto the pavement. His helmet saved his life, but his leg absorbed the… Continue reading A Left Turn and a Long Recovery
Personal Injury – $775,000 Settlement (Motorcycle Collision, Orthopedic Trauma) “Logan” was riding his motorcycle along Danbury Road in New Milford when a driver pulled out of a parking lot directly into his lane. With no time and nowhere to go, Logan struck the car and was thrown violently onto the pavement. The driver later admitted… Continue reading A Sudden Turn, a Long Road Back
Personal Injury – $775,000 Settlement (Head-On Collision, I-84 Connecticut) “Hannah” was on her way to work, driving east on I-84, when her life was suddenly upended. A tractor trailer crossed the grassy median and struck her vehicle head-on at highway speed. There were no skid marks and no evidence the driver took evasive action. The… Continue reading Hannah’s Story: Injured by a Tractor Trailer’s Negligence
Personal Injury – $1.2 Million Settlement (Traumatic Brain Injury, Elderly Pedestrian) At 90 years old, “Martin” was still living an active and engaged life. A retired attorney, he had practiced complex securities law for decades, served as a JAG officer in the U.S. Air Force, and later worked as a senior trial attorney for the… Continue reading Martin’s Story: Pedestrian Struck by a School Bus
Doctors, like everyone else, are imperfect. Unfortunately, when a doctor doesn’t fulfill their duty of care to a patient, it can have serious and even fatal consequences. When a doctor makes a mistake, such as a surgical error, or is negligent in some way, such as failing to do the appropriate tests that would accurately… Continue reading Is a Connecticut doctor’s apology evidence of malpractice?
In personal injury cases, where fault and responsibility often blur, understanding how your actions might affect your claim is vital. Connecticut’s approach to comparative negligence offers a unique perspective on how damages are calculated and attributed. Navigating the complexities of these cases requires an understanding of various legal principles, including comparative negligence. Consider these points… Continue reading What does comparative negligence mean?
Winter can be a treacherous time of year here in Connecticut and throughout the Northeast for seniors. That’s true both outdoors on icy driveways, parking lots and sidewalks and inside stores and other public places where floors tend to be slippery from tracked-in snow and ice. As people get older, their risk of falling typically… Continue reading Seniors: Know your rights if hurt due to property owner neglect
Leg fractures are a common form of injury suffered in preventable accidents, particularly road traffic collisions. Not only can leg fractures be painful, but the recovery period can be long. There’s also a risk of further complications. Outlined below are some of the most common forms of complications stemming from leg fractures. Poor healing In some… Continue reading Complications resulting from leg fractures
Suffering injuries due to a car accident can result in serious repercussions that can impact you financially for years to come, including medical costs and missed income. Depending on the severity of the collision, you may also have to deal with expensive auto repairs, such as windshield replacements or other damage. You must be able… Continue reading Have you been hurt in a car accident?
