The unexpected death of a loved one under any circumstances can leave families feeling lost. They may have many questions regarding how the incident occurred and who was responsible. When a person dies due to dangerous conditions on someone else's property, the...
Month: October 2017
Undisclosed allergen could lead to products liability claims
Having a serious food allergy can often leave individuals on high alert when it comes to what they eat. Most Connecticut residents know that nut allergies can have serious or even fatal results in the event that a person accidentally ingests a nut. Because of...
Motor vehicle accidents: Drunk driver critically injures child
Driving under the influence of alcohol is never advisable, and can place others nearby in harm's way. Motor vehicle accidents that occur under similar circumstances can be devastating, and those who come in contact with a drunk driver may find it nearly impossible to...
Preventing Dog Bites On Halloween
The doorbell is ringing nonstop. Unfamiliar humans are coming to the door in costume, causing frequent noise and commotion. For all of these reasons, Halloween is often a frightening and unsettling time for pets, prompting dogs to behave in ways they wouldn’t...
Lack of communication could lead to medical malpractice claims
When medical staff do not act appropriately and fail to provide needed care to a patient, serious problems could result. In some cases, the issues may not present themselves until years later, but the damage could have permanent effects on a person's life. When such a...
Slip-and-fall accidents may warrant premises liability claims
When the owner or operator of a business fails to ensure that conditions are safe for shoppers, serious issues could arise. In some cases, individuals could become injured due to the lack of precautions taken to make sure that no hazards exist. In the event that a...
Motor vehicle accidents caused by minors may cause complications
Single-vehicle accidents are sometimes considered less serious than other types of crashes. However, these motor vehicle accidents can just as easily result in severe injuries or fatalities. It is not uncommon for parties involved in such events to require medical...
Products liability: Transmission issue leads to John Deere recall
Many Connecticut residents use a variety of products during their daily lives, likely without considering potential hazards of those products. In many cases, not taking such considerations does not lead to any significant outcome, but unfortunately, some products...
Motor vehicle accidents may have fatal outcomes for motorcyclists
Collisions involving motorcycles and other vehicles may be some individuals' worst nightmare. Though many motorcyclists may choose to focus on the enjoyment of the ride rather than the potential hazards, the risk of motor vehicle accidents is often high for...
Premises liability claims may be warranted after falls
Most people want to feel safe no matter where they are. Certain circumstances may make some areas or establishments seem less safe than others, but when individuals are lawfully on someone else's property, it is important that serious hazards do not exist that could...