Traffic-related deaths in Connecticut surged in the first nine months of 2021 by 16%. The state Department of Transportation reports 283 traffic fatalities through Nov. 2, compared to 245 during the same period in 2020. Nationwide, the U.S. Transportation Department...
Car accidents claim the lives of thousands of people every year, but most people assume that one will never happen to them. People think they will only have to worry about property damage or maybe a soft tissue injury if they do get into a crash. Unfortunately, even...
Serious car accidents in Connecticut can have devastating consequences. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there are 90 car accident fatalities every day in the U.S. Each year, our country loses tens of thousands of people in car crashes....
Countless accidents occur here in Connecticut every day. Many of the motorists involved don't suffer remarkable injuries. There are other crashes where individuals suffer relatively minor injuries that they recover from within a few days or weeks. Then, there's a...
If you often drive in Connecticut cities, then you are likely at risk of getting involved in at least one type of car accident. This is because these cities are usually filled with pedestrians, buildings, cyclists, animals and many kinds of road objects. Knowing the...
Workplace injuries can happen anywhere, but did you know that there are some people who are at a greater risk of being injured? According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are industries that have higher percentages of workplace injuries than others....
When you get hurt at work or something you work with makes you sick, you probably understand that you have the right to file a workers' compensation claim. However, if you're like most Connecticut employees, your understanding of the system stops about there. You may...
A traumatic brain injury often is the result of a Connecticut car accident. A TBI happens from a hard blow to the head from impact, and sometimes penetrates the skull. Injuries classify as mild, moderate, and severe, each with a different set of symptoms. Mild TBI...
Commuting to work is a great way to live in a less expensive area and still work where you want. Some people commute by bicycle to save gas. Others carpool to get to work together in the mornings. No matter what kind of commuter you are, there are some basic tips that...
The winter season in Connecticut and throughout the northern part of the U.S. poses some of the greatest dangers to drivers. Not only are the roads riddled with potential hazards, but the lighting is often much dimmer than the rest of the year. All those factors...
