If you've been hurt because of unsafe property conditions, you may be wondering how to win a premises liability case in Connecticut. These cases can be complex, often involving questions about who is responsible, how negligence is proven, and what evidence is most persuasive. While every situation is unique, certain steps can strengthen your...
In Connecticut, car accident victims often struggle to understand what their injury claims may be worth. The average car accident settlement amount in Connecticut can vary significantly depending on the circumstances of the crash, the severity of injuries, and how fault for the incident is determined. If you or a loved one was hurt...
Did you suffer a head injury in a Bridgeport car wreck? First things first, it’s critical to seek medical care for your injury as soon as possible to catch any underlying problems and ensure you’re healthy. Once that’s squared away, you may be thinking about how you can be compensated for having had to...
Getting injured in a car accident on I-95 in Connecticut can change your life in a matter of seconds. With its high traffic volume, high-speed collisions, and frequency of accidents (particularly near major exits and construction areas), this busy interstate is an especially hazardous stretch of roadway for drivers and passengers. If you have...
With the exception of a handful of states, including Florida and New Jersey—which require car accident victims to file claims against their own auto insurance policies—most states have fault-based insurance laws. Under a fault-based insurance system, it matters who causes a car accident or how much each involved driver contributed to the cause of...
Driving under the influence of alcohol remains a leading cause of car accidents, accounting for 13,384 deaths in 2021 and costing an estimated $280 billion in medical expenses and lost wages. All states have drunk driving laws with rigorous enforcement measures in place and strict penalties for infractions and drunk driving accidents. In most...
The aftermath of a car accident is a chaotic time, with many aspects of the accident to consider—especially if you or others suffered injuries. One of the most important steps to take after an accident is filing a police report and requesting a copy of the report later. The accident report becomes a critical...
The National Safety Council describes aggressive driving behavior as a combination of speeding, careless driving, improper lane changing, tailgating, and other erraticbehaviors aimed at advancing beyond surrounding traffic. When a driver engages in these reckless behaviors, they increase the chance of a collision. Over 45% of fatal car accidents result from one or more...
Not all car accidents are minor fender-benders with only property damage to vehicles, such as a dented door or crumpled hood. Some accidents are more destructive, resulting in substantial injuries to the involved motorists. After a serious car accident, damages pile up quickly and extend far beyond a dented vehicle. Injury victims may be...
Some Connecticut car accidents involve more than a dented vehicle. When an accident involves injuries, the process becomes more complicated. Taking on the complexities of a car accident claim for damages can feel overwhelming while you or your loved one is still dealing with the physical pain and emotional trauma of the accident. When...
