Car accidents are common, and thousands of motorists are involved in car crashes each year. Becoming the victim of a car crash may seem unavoidable, but practicing safe driving habits can minimize your chances of causing a car accident. Because we can’t control what other drivers decide to do when they get behind the wheel, […]
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Can a Rear-End Collision Really Hurt That Badly?
The impact of a rear-end collision can be devastating and severe. In some cases, rear-end accidents can cause serious damage and harm to other motorists or pedestrians. Rear-end accidents tend to be different from most other car collisions because there is often much clearer evidence of fault. They are also some of the most common […]
The Dangers of Speeding Truck Drivers
While commercial truck drivers get to travel the country, they are also on a tight schedule. Regulations limit the number of hours drivers can work without taking a break to sleep, and drivers want to complete their deliveries on time and within the hours of service timeframe. Truck drivers often want to get to their […]
Proving the Four Elements of Negligence
Under Connecticut Law, people who are hurt by the legal negligence of others may recover compensation for their injuries. A negligence claim requires that the person bringing the claim (the plaintiff) establish four distinct elements: duty of care, breach, causation, and damages. This article will describe these elements in more detail. If you have questions […]
Mental Trauma After a Car Accident
After a car accident, most people tend to focus on their physical recovery. This is understandable, as the physical injuries that car accident victims sustain are often severe, painful, and impossible to ignore. It’s important to remember, however, that serious vehicle crashes can take a mental toll as well. It’s important to be aware of […]
Motorcycle Accident Settlement 101: What to Expect
Did you know that car accidents are the leading cause of death and serious injuries around most of the world? Are you currently recovering from being in a motorcycle accident, and you’re not sure what to expect next? In this article, explore what to expect in a motorcycle accident settlement, and how you can come out […]
How to Get Proper Medical Care After Car Accidents: Everything You Need to Know
Getting medical care after car accidents can be something of a complicated issue. You might be wondering about how you’ll pay, what will and won’t be covered, and even just what sort of treatment you’ll be needing. While our focus will be on Connecticut procedure, most of what we discuss here today should also be […]
6 Questions to Ask If You’ve Been Hurt in a Car Accident
Over 2 million Americans are injured every year in car accidents. But let’s face it—if you’re one of them, you don’t care about the statistics. You’re concerned about your own car accident injuries and (even more importantly) what you should do next. Few things in life are as stressful as getting hurt in a car […]
7 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Bicycle Accident Lawyer
In 2018 alone, 857 bicyclists were killed in bicycle accidents. Have you been involved in a bicycle accident? Aside from the injury and recovery from the case, you are sure to be experiencing some real emotional trauma. You might be wondering how to get the help you need because of your accident. Maybe you have […]
Everything You Need to Do After a Bike Accident
Grab your helmet the next time you head out for a bike ride. You never know when an accident might happen. In fact, about 45,000 bicycle accidents were reported in the US within a single year. While the number of reported accidents decreased, the number of fatalities increased by over 12%! It helps to prepare yourself […]
