The latest posts for Brain Injuries are listed below.
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In 2020, there were over 64,000 TBI-related deaths in the U.S., which is 176 deaths per day, and in 2019, there were 223,000 hospitalizations because of TBI-related injuries ( Center for Disease Control & Prevention statistics ). Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are injuries to a person’s head, skull, and/or brain that can affect how their brain functions. In this article, we will discuss the types ...
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After an accident, your primary concern should be recovering from your injuries, not focusing on a personal injury lawsuit. However, the steps you take immediately following a serious accident can have a major impact on the outcome of your case. In this blog, we talk about three factors that can affect your personal injury lawsuit. #1: Failing to Seek Medical Attention If you have been involved in ...
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A traumatic brain injury can have devastating consequences. Even minor injuries such as whiplash or a minor concussion can lead to serious problems later on in life, including memory loss, increased chances of Alzheimer’s, and much more. However, despite the serious nature of these injuries, they can come from a wide variety of different causes. The majority of these injuries come from sharp, ...
The latest posts for Bus Accidents are listed below.
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After an accident, your primary concern should be recovering from your injuries, not focusing on a personal injury lawsuit. However, the steps you take immediately following a serious accident can have a major impact on the outcome of your case. In this blog, we talk about three factors that can affect your personal injury lawsuit. #1: Failing to Seek Medical Attention If you have been involved in ...
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Accidents can be devastating, leaving victims injured and faced with unexpected medical bills. Navigating the legal aspects of a personal injury claim can have people feeling hopelessly lost, on top of recovering from their injuries. There are steps you can take after a personal injury to help you prepare for filing a lawsuit or claim. These are the top tips for handling a personal injury claim: ...
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Reports show us that many people feel safer on a bus than in a car. Whether it is because they know that the vehicle is controlled by a professional driver or due to the size of the vehicle, most commuters admit to letting down their guard when riding on a bus. However, according to the U. S. Department of Transportation, you should be more concerned about your safety on buses. Data shows that bus ...
The latest posts for Car Accidents are listed below.
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The Importance of Evidence in Your Car Accident Personal Injury Case Proving fault in a car accident can be a complicated process, requiring substantial evidence before ruling in the victim's favor. Our Atlanta car accident attorneys specialize in gathering compelling evidence to strengthen your personal injury claims, ensuring that you receive the justice and compensation that you deserve. Seven ...
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The aftermath of a car accident can feel chaotic and overwhelming. Even minor fender benders can feel traumatic, depending on the circumstances. And if you or a loved one is injured in a car accident, it can be especially difficult to know how to proceed. Of course, the first thing that needs to be done immediately following an accident is ensuring that you’ve removed yourself from harm’s way and ...
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While driving at night doesn’t have to be scary, drivers should use caution when driving at night as driving dangers can increase at night. According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration research, fatal crashes are here times higher at night than during the day (per mile traveled). Below, we will discuss some safety tips for driving at night to help reduce the risk of being involved ...
The latest posts for Dog Bite are listed below.
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Accidents can be devastating, leaving victims injured and faced with unexpected medical bills. Navigating the legal aspects of a personal injury claim can have people feeling hopelessly lost, on top of recovering from their injuries. There are steps you can take after a personal injury to help you prepare for filing a lawsuit or claim. These are the top tips for handling a personal injury claim: ...
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Dog bites are a serious matter, yet many dog bite incidents go unreported. Our Waterbury personal injury attorneys have seen numerous potential cases go unfiled, simply because people make excuses for the incident taking place. If a dog has bitten you, understand that reporting the incident is important. Most people feel like they shouldn’t report a dog bite for one of the following reasons: “Dog ...
The latest posts for Drowsy Driving are listed below.
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Commercial trucks can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds when fully loaded. This makes them very dangerous. A collision between a commercial truck and a passenger vehicle can have devastating results, and victims could suffer serious injuries or death. Our firm is involved with The Sleep Help Institute, an organization devoted to spreading awareness about sleep health and wellness. We recently ...
The latest posts for Estate Planning are listed below.
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The Importance of Estate Planning for Your Family's Future Estate planning isn't something that people often like to think about– but it's a necessary task that protects your assets and ensures your loved ones are taken care of in your absence. A well-crafted estate plan can give you the peace of mind that comes from knowing your family's future is secure. In this blog post, we will explore the ...
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When it comes to the differences between a will and a trust, a few points are key: What they are, when they take effect, and what they offer when implemented in an estate plan. Many people look at wills and trusts from an “either/or” perspective – that is, you either have a will or a trust. The reasons for this notion is understandable: Both wills and trusts can help you pass on property to your ...
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According to a Gallup poll, less than half of American adults have a will “that describes how they would like their money and estate to be handled after their death.” Their research also shows that: Adults with a higher income are more likely to report having drafted a will. Adults 65 years of age or older are the highest age subgroup that reports having a will (76% reporting), and the percentage ...
The latest posts for Family Law are listed below.
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Co-parenting can be challenging in any circumstance. Making decisions about your children’s education, medical care, upbringing, and other aspects can be difficult when working together with someone who lives separately and may have differing opinions. What becomes even more challenging is when you are co-parenting with a narcissist or someone who exhibits those traits. MayoClinic defines ...
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You are not required to retain an attorney and have the right to represent yourself during your divorce proceedings. However, it is in your best interest that you retain a reliable attorney. Even if you and your soon-to-be-ex partner plan to file uncontested, you should have an attorney review the terms of your agreement and ensure that the settlement is fair to you. 5 Reasons You Need a Divorce ...
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Getting through divorce is hard for most couples, especially when it comes to separating finances and property. If you are getting divorced but don’t know what you need to do to ensure the best possible outcome, you should consider the following things: List Your Finances If you want to reach a fair divorce settlement, you need to understand all of your finances. Make a list of all your assets and ...
The latest posts for Pedestrian Accident are listed below.
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Whenever you get behind the wheel of a car or go out to walk your dog, there are numerous safety risks that you need to be aware of if you want to avoid serious injury. Both pedestrians and drivers share the responsibility for keeping roads and walkways safe. To encourage driver and pedestrian safety, consider the following tips: Walking Safety Tips Pedestrians should follow these basic safety ...
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In normal cases, when one person injures another, the person who caused the injury is liable for the damages and losses that the injured person suffers. However, that’s not always the case—when alcohol is involved, the establishment who initially sold it to the intoxicated individual could also find themselves facing a lawsuit from the injured person. This statute is known as Connecticut’s “dram ...
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Accidents can be devastating, leaving victims injured and faced with unexpected medical bills. Navigating the legal aspects of a personal injury claim can have people feeling hopelessly lost, on top of recovering from their injuries. There are steps you can take after a personal injury to help you prepare for filing a lawsuit or claim. These are the top tips for handling a personal injury claim: ...
The latest posts for Personal Injury are listed below.
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Lead poisoning is a potentially life-threatening issue that continues to affect certain industries and workforce demographics. Although many people don’t think twice about lead, workers who are exposed due to particular working conditions can suffer from extreme health complications. It’s important for employees to become aware of the dangers of lead exposure and when to seek medical attention. ...
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Workplace injuries can range from minor to severe and life-altering. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics found that employers reported a total of 2.6 million injury and illness cases in 2021. Becoming familiar with the common types of workplace injuries can help you identify possible dangers as you work. The six most common types of workplace injuries include: 1.Slip and falls 2.Overexertion and ...
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The aftermath of a car accident can feel chaotic and overwhelming. Even minor fender benders can feel traumatic, depending on the circumstances. And if you or a loved one is injured in a car accident, it can be especially difficult to know how to proceed. Of course, the first thing that needs to be done immediately following an accident is ensuring that you’ve removed yourself from harm’s way and ...
The latest posts for Product Liability are listed below.
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If you or a loved one have been harmed while using a product, you may be eligible for compensation. Product liability laws allow consumers to hold companies responsible for any damages, injuries, or deaths that are caused by their products. This includes harm caused by defective designs, unreasonably dangerous manufacturing flaws, or inadequate warnings related to how the product should be used. ...
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In light of recent lawsuits against Fisher-Price and its parent company, Mattel, doctors and safety groups are now saying more should have been done to fix the risks associated with the Rock ’n Play sleeper. While the Fisher-Price recalled 4.7 million Rock ’n Play sleepers from shelves, the company maintains that it was not at fault for the more than 30 infant deaths linked to the product. ...
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Have you suffered a serious injury from something like a defective product? If so, you’re probably not alone. In fact, thousands of people may have suffered similar consequences from something like a dangerous drug, defective automobile, and much more. When this is the case, you may be considering filing a defective product lawsuit, but the sheer volume of the number of these lawsuits can be ...
The latest posts for Real Estate are listed below.
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What Must Sellers Disclose When Selling Real Estate in CT? Residential sellers are legally required to make certain disclosures to their potential buyers (see Connecticut General Statute § 20-327b ). In adherence to the law, sellers must complete a Residential Property Condition Disclosure Report, which asks them to honestly disclose: The age of the property The length of their occupancy in the ...
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Eminent domain refers to the power governments have to take private land to accomplish a public use. If the state of Connecticut needs your property to build a new freeway, they can get it. Stopping an eminent domain seizure is extremely difficult, though not impossible. Where a landowner has a much better chance is a fight over what is fair eminent domain compensation for their property. While ...
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Your right to your property is fundamental and when that right is encroached, it’s natural to want justice and to seek appropriate redress. But it’s also natural to want to get along with your neighbor, be it in a residential neighborhood or a commercial development. The legal procedure for land encroachment is designed to facilitate solutions that make it more likely you can protect both your ...
The latest posts for Truck Accidents are listed below.
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The Transportation Department has been looking into the possibility of changing regulations that require truckers to take specific breaks throughout their shifts. Under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s “Hours of Service Regulations,” truck drivers are only allowed to drive 11 hours a day without a break. Once they hit the 11 th hour of driving, truckers must stop and rest for at ...
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Car insurance is an important part of your daily life. If you own a car, you need to have insurance to cover it in order to legally drive it on public roads. However, this minimum insurance is rarely enough to provide you and the drivers around you with proper protection should you be involved in an accident. To help you better understand what’s in your car insurance policy, our Waterbury car ...
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Commercial trucks can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds when fully loaded. This makes them very dangerous. A collision between a commercial truck and a passenger vehicle can have devastating results, and victims could suffer serious injuries or death. Our firm is involved with The Sleep Help Institute, an organization devoted to spreading awareness about sleep health and wellness. We recently ...
The latest posts for Workers' Compensation are listed below.
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Lead poisoning is a potentially life-threatening issue that continues to affect certain industries and workforce demographics. Although many people don’t think twice about lead, workers who are exposed due to particular working conditions can suffer from extreme health complications. It’s important for employees to become aware of the dangers of lead exposure and when to seek medical attention. ...
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Workplace injuries can range from minor to severe and life-altering. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics found that employers reported a total of 2.6 million injury and illness cases in 2021. Becoming familiar with the common types of workplace injuries can help you identify possible dangers as you work. The six most common types of workplace injuries include: 1.Slip and falls 2.Overexertion and ...
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When a person witnesses a traumatic event at work, it can result in lasting mental anguish that can seriously impact their ability to do their job. While treatment and care for physical injuries at work are common, we often don’t acknowledge the mental trauma of those who witness catastrophic events. This is why it is important for employers and employees to learn how to identify bystander trauma ...
The latest posts for Wrongful Death are listed below.
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If you sue for damages with a wrongful death lawsuit in Connecticut, you can recover important kinds of compensation, but they might be different from what you’d expect. Wrongful death is a branch of personal injury law that deals with the impact that a death can have on those the deceased leaves behind when someone else is responsible for the death occurring. Wrongful death lawsuits are civil ...
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In light of recent lawsuits against Fisher-Price and its parent company, Mattel, doctors and safety groups are now saying more should have been done to fix the risks associated with the Rock ’n Play sleeper. While the Fisher-Price recalled 4.7 million Rock ’n Play sleepers from shelves, the company maintains that it was not at fault for the more than 30 infant deaths linked to the product. ...
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According to Injury Facts®, there were 18,400 injuries and 458 fatalities caused by workplace violence in 2017. Workers in healthcare, education, and other service providers are more likely to be assaulted than workers in other professions. For example, OSHA reports that taxi drivers are more than 20 times more likely to be murdered on the job than other workers. Even if you don’t work in an ...