Category: Motor Vehicle Accidents
At What Age Can Kids Sit in the Front Seat of a Car in Connecticut?
Connecticut does not set a specific age at which children can legally move to the front seat. However, safety organizations widely recommend keeping children in the back seat until they are at least 12 years old, even after they outgrow the legal requirements for car…
Summer road dangers are magnified by more teen drivers
The Connecticut roads can be dangerous for drivers, passengers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists year-round. However, there are times of the year when there are higher risks for a crash. The summer is one such time. There are many reasons for this including the simple fact…
Proving distraction after a car accident
Distracted driving continues to be a major cause of many Connecticut car accidents. Distracted driving is any activity that takes your attention off the main task of driving. Contrary to popular belief, distracted driving means more than using your phone while driving. Eating, drinking, adjusting…
Five common misconceptions about car accident lawsuits
A car accident can upend life as you know it. While that’s certainly stressful to think about, you might be able to mitigate the damage and set a course for successful recovery by pursuing a personal injury lawsuit. If you win your car accident claim,…
Here’s how social media could derail your car accident case
As much as you want to prove the extent of your damages in your personal injury case, the defense wants to block you from doing so or otherwise downplay the severity of your harm. There are several ways the defense will go about doing this,…
How can you maximize your compensatory recovery?
You want to get as much compensation as you can out of your personal injury lawsuit. By doing so, you can secure the financial stability that you need while you focus on reclaiming your physical and mental health, and you can obtain the resources necessary…
Drunk Driving Leads To Wrong-way Crashes, But What Can Be Done?
Connecticut saw an increase in fatal wrong-way car wrecks in 2022. In that year, 23 people lost their lives in wrong-way collisions. And while the state is taking steps to address the problem, including installing more “Wrong Way” road signs and adding more pavement markings…
Here’s How You Can Work To Build Your Personal Injury Claim
If you want to recover compensation for the harm that you suffered in an accident, you’ll need to consider taking legal action in the form of a personal injury lawsuit. To succeed on one of these claims, you’ll have to present enough evidence to prove…
How Much Can You Recover From Your Personal Injury Claim?
If you’ve been injured in a car wreck, a dog bite incident or a slip-and-fall accident, then you’re probably worried about the future. Perhaps your medical bills are coming due and your inability to work has siphoned off your income. You’re also trying to find…
Collisions With Deer Peak In Fall
Fall can be the most dangerous season to drive in and around Connecticut. The rain, the earlier sunsets and the fallen leaves clogging your windshield wipers can create hazards. Another common driving hazard at this time of year is increased deer activity. There are more…
Keeping Teen Drivers Safe During The 100 Deadliest Days Of Summer
As outdoor temperatures start warming up, it’s a sign that summer is around the corner in Connecticut. While the summer can be a great time to get outdoors, it can also be particularly dangerous for teen drivers. With that in mind, here’s more information about…
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