Recent findings indicate that across all 50 states, male drivers are more prone to be in fatal car accidents than female drivers, with Connecticut being the third most hazardous state for male drivers in terms of fatalities. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety...
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Understanding defective medical devices
When medical devices malfunction, they can cause injuries, exacerbate existing conditions, or delay critical treatment. Medical device defects can occur for many reasons and can lead to users being harmed. Types of defects There are many types of defects, but they...
Government study finds increase in truck injuries and fatalities
Large trucks play a significant role in the U.S. economy. Still, these vehicles are also a significant factor in collisions and fatalities on the roads in Connecticut and beyond. Unfortunately, the National Safety Council's analysis of current data from the National...
How preexisting conditions can affect personal injury claims
When a person experiences a car crash or other incident, he or she may experience a worsening of what is called a preexisting condition. A preexisting condition may be a chronic illness like rheumatoid arthritis or may be a prior injury that never fully healed. ...
Five misconceptions about filing a wrongful death lawsuit in Connecticut
The loss of a loved one is a devastating experience under any circumstance, but especially when it is due to someone else's negligence or wrongful actions. Like other states, families in Connecticut who find themselves in this tragic situation may have the option to...
How life-altering injuries impact victims and families
When a significant, life-altering injury occurs, it can profoundly affect not only the victim, but loved ones as well. Brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, loss of sight or hearing, major medical conditions, amputation of limbs and other severe injuries can cause a...
Proving knee surgery negligence for a successful lawsuit
Knee replacement surgery is a relatively standard procedure in the United States, with an estimated 600,000 performed yearly. Ideally, the surgery gives the patient improved mobility, reduces pain and generally improves the patient's quality of life. Still, not every...
Statute of limitations for child sex abuse: unfair and unjust
The man who first finds the strength to disclose the fact that he was sexually abused as a child one day before his 48th birthday has a chance at justice. The man who cannot find the fortitude to do so until two days after that 48th birthday is denied the same...
Key differences in lawsuits against commercial truck drivers versus regular motorists
The aftermath of a motor vehicle collision can be a time of immense physical pain, emotional distress, and financial uncertainty, especially if another's negligence caused the accident. When you or a loved one has been involved in a crash with a commercial truck, the...
Icy conditions in New England winters cause slip and fall accidents
Winters in Connecticut are warmer than they used to be, but slip and fall injuries due to icy conditions still occur regularly. From the first freeze to the final thaw, Connecticut residents must navigate snow, icy steps, wet building floors, and uneven sidewalks....