In Connecticut, motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of death and injuries. Unfortunately, most of these accidents are preventable by making smart choices while behind the wheel. One of the most important choices you can make is to avoid distracted...
On the outside, slip-and-fall accidents don’t seem that serious. After all, you have likely fallen a few times in your life without suffering any type of serious injury. While this is the case in many situations, slip-and-fall accidents can lead to serious and...
If you have a near-miss incident where someone else almost causes an accident, but you're able to avoid the crash, you'll probably find yourself feeling very frustrated and frightened. You'll also be confused. Why does it so often feel like other drivers are willing...
Most people know their limit for alcohol, at least to avoid feeling too drunk or avoid the risk of getting sick. But alcohol affects your ability to drive safely well before you have that last drink of the night. Even if you feel sober enough to drive, the police...
Warmer weather is on the way, and that means people will be out celebrating at weddings, parties, and summer festivals. Alcohol tends to flow freely at these events, and if you partake, you’d be wise to hand the keys over to someone who is sober. In an effort to keep...
Can you sue the manufacturer if you are in a car crash and the other vehicle was a self-driving car? This is a question that many people are asking lately, as self-driving vehicles become more and more popular. We will explore the legal implications of self-driving...
When the realization hits you that you are getting a divorce, you may feel like you failed – failed yourself, your spouse, your kids or your extended family. Maybe you feel like you failed at the institution of marriage itself. You may be wondering what is wrong with...
As a non-custodial parent, visitation may be your only chance to bond and spend time with your children. Therefore, it is important to make the most out of the limited period you have to foster positive relationships and cement your place in your children’s lives. To...
In some states, a dog's owner can only be held liable for any bite injuries if they knew or should have known that the dog has aggressive tendencies or the propensity to attack. This is known as the one-bite rule. However, the law is different in Connecticut. A dog...
Child support payments after the divorce or separation are meant to ensure that the child’s needs (education, food, shelter and others) are met. However, since the child support amount is usually set by the court rather than via private arrangement between the...
