A recent study by the National Safety Council’s shows that the number of semi-truck crashes with fatalities has gone up 49% between 2012 and 2022. This is bad news for others on the road. When a semi-truck is involved in an accident, the consequences can be much more...
Most people expect very simple process when seeking compensation from an insurance company after an accident occurs. After all, many insurance providers advertise aggressively and claim that their company offers fast and generous payments. Those involved in car...
There’s no such thing as an accident-free workplace – not even an office job. Injuries happen all the time in the workplace. Most of the time, the only remedy that an injured worker has is through workers’ compensation. With rare exceptions, they cannot sue their...
Cauda equina syndrome (CES) is a rare but serious condition that is often related to car accidents – but it’s not very well known by most people. What makes cauda equina syndrome particularly devastating is that victims can actually walk away from a wreck thinking...
Those driving or riding in passenger vehicles in Connecticut often take for granted that they have the protection of liability insurance. The state requires that drivers invest in basic bodily injury and property damage liability coverage, as well as additional forms...
Many workers do their jobs diligently even when their work makes them uncomfortable or triggers pain symptoms. For those in blue-collar professions, for example, working through discomfort and pain can be a source of personal pride. People often derive much of their...
Being involved in a motor vehicle crash is a harrowing event that can leave individuals shocked. The moments immediately following an accident are crucial for the safety of those involved and the legal and insurance processes that will inevitably follow. Knowing the...
Distracted driving is a very dangerous personal choice that affects not just the motorist who is distracted, but also anyone that they cross paths with in traffic. The cultural discussion about distracted driving often focuses primarily on the use of technology. From...
Connecticut car crashes have a tendency to be incredibly expensive. Even minor damage to a vehicle can cost thousands of dollars to repair. More serious collisions may also lead to people getting hurt, which can cause an avalanche of additional expenses. Bills...
Most employers throughout the U.S. are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Connecticut’s Workers’ Compensation Act requires employers with at least one employee to carry this coverage. Workers’ comp covers medical expenses, some lost wages, vocational...