Whether it is due to their portrayal in popular media or stories presented by news outlets, nearly everyone has a strong idea of what constitutes a driving distraction. From participating in a text conversation to reading a map while behind the wheel, most drivers can...
Thousands Of Injury Claims, Millions Won
Year: 2021
Distracted drivers contribute to soaring traffic fatalities
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...
Why do car accidents happen?
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...
Top 3 causes of fatal car accidents
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....
What are the most common injuries received during a car accident?
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...
What common hazards should city drivers expect?
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...
Who is most likely to be injured at work?
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....
What benefits are available to injured workers in Connecticut?
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...
Signs of TBIs that need immediate attention
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...
Road safety tips for commuters
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...