If you drive a newer vehicle, you likely use a dashboard screen for many everyday tasks. You may enter directions, adjust the temperature or choose music with a few taps. These features can make driving more convenient, but they also compete for your attention. Even a...
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New Haven Injury Law Blog
Can you be fired for filing a workers’ comp claim?
A workplace injury can affect nearly every part of your life. You may worry about your health, your paycheck and your family's financial security. Some injured workers hesitate to file a workers' compensation claim because they fear losing their jobs. Connecticut...
5 hidden risks of repetitive motion injuries for manual laborers
If you work in construction in Connecticut, repetitive motion can quietly damage your body long before you feel the full effects. These injuries usually do not happen all at once. But they build slowly and by the time you notice, the damage may already be serious....
Can a broken traffic signal make the city liable for your crash?
A broken or dark traffic light can set the stage for a serious crash. If you were hit at an intersection where the signal was out or showing conflicting displays, you may be wondering whether the city that owns and maintains it bears any legal responsibility for what...
Types of benefits covered by Connecticut workers’ compensation
In Connecticut, most employers must provide workers’ compensation (WC) insurance for their employees. This no-fault insurance program helps injured or sick employees receive timely financial support for their medical costs and lost wages. By accepting these benefits,...
“Pain and suffering” damages: How we put a dollar figure on your life changes
Those hurt seriously in Connecticut car crashes typically have two primary sources of compensation available to them. They can file an insurance claim seeking reimbursement for their economic losses, including property damage expenses and injury-related costs, or they...
Trench and excavation accidents: What should workers know?
Trench collapses and excavation accidents are some of the most dangerous events on a construction site. They often happen without warning and can cause severe injuries. In Connecticut, workers face these risks on road projects, utility repairs and building sites....
Are headaches and chronic pain catastrophic injuries?
When you think of catastrophic injuries caused by car accidents, you often imagine broken bones, burns and amputations. While these are correct examples, some injuries are less obvious but equally debilitating. Headaches and chronic pain, while hidden, fall under this...
How modified comparative negligence rules affect injury lawsuits
After a car crash, people often hope that insurance can cover their costs. The driver at fault often provides liability coverage to offset collision costs. Sometimes collision expenses are astronomical and exceed the insurance coverage available. Other times, the...
What is OSHA’s role in construction accident investigations?
Construction work is one of the most dangerous industries in the United States. From heavy machinery to elevated work sites, hazards are everywhere. When an accident occurs, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) often becomes a central figure in the...

