The Reardon Law Firm, P.C., has decades of experience handling medical malpractice cases arising out of negligence of medical professionals before, during and after childbirth. The birth of a child is usually a joyous and life-changing event. Unfortunately, the...
Wrongful Death
Lawsuits for bicycle collisions
We regularly read and hear about collisions in which bicyclists are struck by motor vehicles and injured or killed. Cyclists take their lives into their hands every time they go for a ride. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), bicycle...
What to know about crush injuries
Construction work and other industrial jobs that require the use of large-scale equipment have a higher risk of physical injury than most other jobs. One kind of physical injury that can harm these types of workers is a crush injury, which can be severe and cause...
Pedestrian deaths highest in 40 years
Increasing pedestrian deaths and injuries are a sad trend that continued into the first half of 2022. Despite new safety initiatives and municipalities and states rethinking the design of new roadways with adjacent pedestrian activity, the Governors Highway Safety...
Boating accidents can have devastating consequences
There are reports every summer of severe injuries and deaths linked to recreational boating. Whether on the Connecticut River, Housatonic River or the Thames River in New London, those enjoying a trip out on the water should be aware of the risks of harm and ways to...
Damages in wrongful death claims
When a loved one passes away due to another person or entity's negligence, there are many different types of damages (financial compensation) the remaining family members can seek. It is important to speak with a competent attorney who specializes in wrongful death...
What to know about wrongful death claims
If you recently lost a loved one due to another person or entity's carelessness, negligence, or recklessness, you may be able to file a claim for wrongful death. Wrongful death claims include motor vehicle collisions, truck collisions, deaths due to medical...
Statistics show that distracted driving is still a significant issue
If you sustained a serious injury caused by a distracted driver -- while in a car, on a bicycle or as a pedestrian -- most likely your life has been affected. You may be in pain, out of work or suffering through difficult medical treatment. The financial troubles...
Are cars with roof openings more dangerous?
When it comes to a vehicle, not everyone likes a roof over their head. Convertibles were phased out in the late-'60s and early-'70s because they were structurally unsafe. Subsequently, T-tops, sunroofs, removable tops, and panoramic roofs have been employed. As with...
Cars and trucks may soon check for sober drivers
There have been many initiatives to address the dangers of drinking and driving. There has been a reduction in the legal limit for blood alcohol content (BAC) to .08. The penalties have become increasingly stringent, particularly for repeat offenders. Nevertheless,...