Compared to the metal components and glass that most vehicles are made of, the human flesh is relatively frail. Cuts and burn injuries after a road traffic collision can result in permanent scarring. No matter where this occurs, it can be traumatic, but if it is in...
Who is at fault in a drunk driving accident?
It is a well-known fact that drunk driving is risky behavior that can lead to an accident. Despite this, alcohol remains a leading cause of traffic fatalities, with thousands of lives lost every year. While a drunk driver is criminally liable for driving under the...
How a slip-and-fall accident may be more serious than you think
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...
The one-bite rule does not apply in Connecticut
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...
Older pedestrians face greater risks
All pedestrians who have to walk around traffic face a certain amount of risk. Even when just crossing the road, all it takes is one driver making a mistake for that pedestrian to find themselves with severe injuries. Many pedestrian accidents are even fatal. It...
The elements of a wrongful death case in Connecticut
Like all other states, Connecticut has its own requirements for wrongful death claims. In this state, you may have a case for a wrongful death if you can provide that the death occurred due to someone else’s wrongful acts, negligence or neglect. Like many other places...
The problem with a lump-sum insurance settlement
After a car crash, the bills will keep rolling in. There's the ambulance bill hand and the tow truck bill from when you left the scene of the crash. There are your medical bills for your injury, and the repair estimate from the auto shop. If you have serious injuries,...
How do you know if you have a subdural hematoma?
A subdural hematoma is a very serious injury, and it often occurs when you strike your head. This can cause bleeding within the brain tissue, and that blood then becomes trapped between the inside of the skull and the brain tissue itself. When you do not get proper...
Recent Tesla recalls involve two issues that could cause crashes
Teslas have become an increasingly popular choice with car buyers. That means that recalls and safety issues affecting the once-rare electric vehicles are important for everyone to know about, whether they drive one or share the road with them. At the end of the year,...
Facts about the dram law in Connecticut
There are many laws associated with bars and alcohol, and the dram law is one of the most interesting ones. This law is often meant to protect the patron, alcohol seller, and third-party individuals. If you're not entirely familiar with this law, keep reading. What is...
