While shopping in a Connecticut store, you sustained an injury. You feel uncertain about whether the store owner bears responsibility for the harm you suffered, so you do not know if you have a personal injury case. Chron describes safety factors that business owners...
What is negligent entrustment?
Car accidents are typically just that: accidents. They often result from a moment of inattentiveness or even unintentional carelessness on the part of one who otherwise is a capable driver. Knowing that the drivers you typically encounter on Connecticut's roads...
Just how dangerous is eating and drinking while driving?
Past posts on this blog detailed the dangers posed by drowsy drivers. On top of that potential threat, you also no doubt understand the risks posed to you and others on Connecticut's roads by drunk drivers. Yet distracted drivers may be an even greater threat than...
Can a back injury hurt your ability to work?
Connecticut workers like you often push yourself while on the job. You may end up facing physical harm due to the conditions of your work. For example, back injuries can happen to anyone in any position that requires you to lift items. But are back injuries something...
Breaking down the Glasgow Coma Scale
Your first thoughts after hearing that a loved one had suffered a serious car accident or assault in Torrington likely focus on relief that they survived the ordeal. That relief, however, can quickly revert back to concern when you learn that the result of the...
How serious are pedestrian fatalities in Connecticut?
If you are like many people in Connecticut, you happily welcome the arrival of spring and summer. Through these seasons, being outside even for short periods of time, can be quite enjoyable and freeing after the cold, winter months. Unfortunately, pedestrians in...
What injuries might you suffer in a slip-and-fall accident?
A slip-and-fall injury can cause injuries that may linger for years. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that one in five adults suffers a serious injury from a sudden fall and that more than 800,000 people per year are admitted to hospitals after...
Are you suffering from a concussion?
Connecticut residents like you may suffer injury after a crash. Head, neck and back injuries are among the most common. Unfortunately, a seat belt does not always help prevent some types of injury. It is important to wear it, but note that it does not guarantee your...
What is the treatment for a concussion?
A concussion can result from a slip and fall, motor vehicle accident or sports injury. Because a concussion is the mildest of all traumatic brain injuries, you may feel tempted to cut your recovery short and return to your regular activities right away. Nevertheless,...
Detailing the one-bite rule
Over the years, dogs have indeed earned the title of "man's best friend." Yet it is easy to allow the comfort and companionship that they provide to overshadow the fact that they are still animals (and thus subject to animalistic tendencies). That is typically why...