Many will recall the empty roads of the spring of 2020. It became an invitation for some drivers to speed on roads normally congested with traffic. On surface roads, this meant reckless driving and street racing. On the highways, there were a record numbers of drivers...
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Year: 2021
What if an attractive nuisance causes injury?
People of all ages are drawn to items, locations and unique features that have "wow factors." As adults, we are able to simply acknowledge what we see and move on. "Oh, that's a pretty swimming pool!" or "Wow, that's a big hill," or "Hmm. That's an odd place for an...
Racial disparities in motor vehicle collision deaths
Countless news stories described reckless driving during the pandemic. A record number of drivers were cited for traveling 100 mph or faster during this time period, and others were noted to be logged onto Zoom meetings while driving. These and other reckless driving...
Norwich Diocese files bankruptcy amidst dozens of sexual abuse claims
The Norwich Diocese recently filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy, following the legal playbook established by 30 other church dioceses and orders in the United States also facing abuse allegations. It claims assets valued between $10 to $50 million and liabilities of as much...
What is premises liability in Connecticut?
New London business and residential property owners have a duty to maintain safe premises, and to protect visitors and guests from injury due to unsafe conditions. Unfortunately, this standard isn't always met, leading to a variety of potential injuries. If you have...
Securing recovery after a hospital medication error
We place our health in the hands of medical professionals when we are dealing with an injury or illness. Unfortunately, these professionals don't always provide the level of care that patients deserve. Pennsylvania is the state with the second-highest number of claims...
Understanding a patient’s rights after a surgical error
Surgeries do not always go as planned. And sometimes, the outcome is not what the patient hoped for. This does not necessarily mean that a surgical error occurred, though, as all medical procedures carry some sort of risk. How can a patient tell the difference? What...
Legislation addressing underride collisions gets third look
You may not know what an underride collision is, but it is something that could cause harm to you and your family. An underride collision is when a smaller vehicle skids or slides underneath the back or sides of a large truck. The trucking industry has fought safety...
Which seats in your vehicle are the most dangerous?
Motor vehicle safety means a lot not only to drivers but to passengers along for the ride. Of course, wearing seatbelts and avoiding risky behaviors can keep everyone in the vehicle safe. However, your seating choice in the car might also affect whether you are...
What you need to know about wrongful death claims
If you live in Connecticut and have lost a loved one due to someone else's negligence, you may be entitled to seek damages in court. This is done by filing a wrongful death lawsuit. Here is what you need to know about these types of claims. Who has standing to file a...