College campuses in Connecticut, like those across the United States, have a fundamental duty to ensure the safety and well-being of their students. This responsibility encompasses various essential measures, from maintaining secure facilities to implementing...
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The substantial cost of spinal cord injuries
Spinal cord injuries (SCIs) are among the most devastating and life-altering injuries one can experience. These injuries often lead to severe long-term disabilities, dramatically impacting an individual's quality of life. This is because the spinal cord is a critical...
Prescription medications and medical malpractice: What you need to know
Prescription medications play a crucial role in modern healthcare, offering relief and treatment for a myriad of conditions. However, when not properly prescribed or monitored correctly, these drugs can pose significant risks. Medical malpractice can involve...
The most common types of semi-truck accidents
We have said it before in other blogs, but it merits repeating: Semi-truck accidents are often far more severe than regular vehicle crashes. These vehicles weigh up to 80,000 pounds, compared to the average passenger car's 3,000 pounds. The massive difference in...
What to know about winter slip and fall injuries in Connecticut
Winter in Connecticut can be picturesque, with snow-covered landscapes and frosty mornings. However, the beauty of winter also brings hazards, particularly the risk of serious slip-and-fall injuries. These accidents can happen anywhere—on sidewalks, in parking lots,...
Pedestrians deaths are still a major concern in Connecticut
Pedestrian fatalities remain a critical issue both nationally and in Connecticut. In 2023, the United States saw a slight decline in pedestrian deaths, with a 5.4% decrease from the previous year. Despite this improvement, pedestrian deaths have increased by 14.1%...
Why it is essential to gather and document evidence after a car accident
Documenting evidence after a motor vehicle accident is crucial, particularly if another driver caused the crash. Sometimes, it is evident that the other party was negligent, distracted or reckless. At other times, it is unclear, which means the concept of comparative...
Infants overdiagnosed for tongue-tie
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently raised concerns about the overdiagnosis and overtreatment of tongue-tie, or ankyloglossia, in infants in the United States. Tongue-tie is a condition where a tight or short band of tissue tethers the bottom of the...
Bike fatalities and injuries still an alarming concern
Motor vehicle accidents involving bicyclists remain an alarming concern in Connecticut, with five fatalities reported in 2023, up from the previous two years. Bike injuries involving motor vehicles are far less isolated incidents, with 336 vehicle-related injuries...
What to do when you are a passenger injured in an auto crash
An estimated 1.66 million people in the United States were injured in motor vehicle collisions in 2023. These figures include everything from minor cuts to significant injuries, including nearly 41,000 deaths (according to the NHTSA). Even in the relatively small...