Many people who are injured in preventable accidents are confused, stressed, and unsure about what to do next. At Polito & Harrington, we are committed to helping accident victims recover the compensation they deserve and to helping them through the personal injury process. Here are answers to some of the questions we regularly hear from […]
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When Is a Property Owner Liable for a “Slip and Fall” Injury?
“Slip and fall” accidents fall within a broader category of personal injury claims known as premises liability. In short, anyone who owns property has a legal duty to keep their premises in reasonably safe condition. If they do not, anyone invited onto the property who is injured as the result of a hazardous condition may […]
CT Court Rejects Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Medical Alert System Company
We all know elderly relatives or friends who have trouble taking care of themselves. These individuals often rely on technology to maintain a lifeline–literally and physically–to the outside world. But when technology fails, who can be held legally responsible? The Connecticut Appellate Court recently addressed this question, and its answer was not encouraging. This was […]
How Social Media Can Hurt (or Help) Your Personal Injury Claim
What is the first thing that you do when something noteworthy happens during the day? Do you post it on Facebook? Social media platforms make it easy to share everyday events with family, friends, and even the entire world. But it is possible to share too much too quickly on these sites–especially if you have […]
Who Can I Sue If A Police Dog Bites Me?
Many Connecticut police departments employ service dogs–often known as K9 officers–to assist with traffic stops and drug searches. But even these highly trained animals can be dangerous when they come into contact with innocent members of the public. Dog bites by K9 animals are a growing problem throughout the country. For instance, in 2015, video […]
U.S. Supreme Court Sides with Polito & Harrington’ Clients Over Limits to Mohegan Tribe’s Immunity
In a major victory for a Pennsylvania couple, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously held on April 25 that an employee of a tribal casino is not protected by “sovereign immunity” from personal injury lawsuits in state court. Attorney James Harrington of Polito & Harrington represented the two auto accident victims at the center of this […]
Can a Jury Award Economic but Not Noneconomic Damages in a Personal Injury Case?
There are generally two kinds of compensation that a personal injury victim can seek in Connecticut: economic damages, which refer to a person’s quantifiable out-of-pocket costs, such as medical bills and lost wages, and noneconomic damages, which cover “nonpecuniary losses,” such as pain and suffering and emotional distress. Under Connecticut law, a jury has the […]
Can I File a Wrongful Death Claim Against the Person Who Murdered My Loved One?
Losing a loved one because of someone else’s criminal act is one of the most emotionally devastating things that can happen to a family. While the criminal justice system can punish the responsible person, that does not compensate you or your family for your loss. This is why Connecticut law permits a separate, civil cause […]
Is Being Thrown Off a Motorcycle the Same as “Getting Off” It?
Motorcycle accidents are far more likely to result in operator death than car accidents are, and that’s simply because a motorcyclist is exposed to the elements without any structural protection. It is common for motorcycle accident victims to be thrown from their bikes and receive their most serious – and potentially deadly – injuries several […]
MADD Connecticut names Waterford officer ‘Top Cop’
A Waterford police officer on Thursday received a top honor at the Connecticut chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving’s 31st annual law enforcement recognition ceremony. MADD Connecticut named Patrolman 1st Class Gil Maffeo ‘Top Cop’ during the ceremony, which took place at the Aqua Turf Club. The 17-year veteran of the Waterford Police Department plays […]
