Understanding Connecticut Sidewalk Laws While Exercising Outdoors
by Robert Messey, MD, JDMay 20th, 2020
Under Stay at Home orders issued by Connecticut’s governor, more and more people are working from home and getting out and about in their neighborhoods and communities. This type of activity includes running and walking along our sidewalks. As a pedestrian, it is important to understand Connecticut laws regarding sidewalk safety. It is State law … Keep reading…
Connecticut Dog Bites and Delivery Drivers
by Gerard McEneryMay 17th, 2020
With more Connecticut residents shopping online during this pandemic, postal workers and other shipping companies are delivering more packages and are coming into contact with more of our canine family members as people are out and about getting exercise and fresh air. The USPS defines a dog attack as anytime a postal worker is injured … Keep reading…
3 MORE Slip and Fall Injuries To Watch Out For At The Grocery Store
by Gayle Sullivan, RN, JDMay 14th, 2020
Previously we discussed how you can slip and fall at the grocery store, but did you know that slip and fall dangers can involve more than just the groceries on the shelf? In fact, Connecticut slip and fall injuries happen all of the time in stores across the state and don’t always involve food related … Keep reading…
Slip & Falls In Connecticut Grocery Stores
by Charles B. Price, Jr.May 11th, 2020
The next time you head to the grocery store you may start to look at the store differently. The grocery store is a place where Connecticut slip and fall accidents are very likely to happen. While slip and fall injuries certainly happen at other types of stores, there are a variety of ways you can … Keep reading…
Why Dogs Bite Those They Know
by Robert Messey, MD, JDMay 8th, 2020
Dog bites can happen more often when we are indoors. When we’re inside, dogs are usually inside, too. If Fido is outdoors during spring/summer celebrations, injuries can still happen. In the state of Connecticut, the dog bite law is strict liability. This means that when the dog you care for harms another, you are responsible … Keep reading…
How A Connecticut Attorney Can Help In a Truck Accident Case
by Gayle Sullivan, RN, JDMay 5th, 2020
It is rare to travel along Connecticut roadways and not see a commercial truck. Accidents involving these types of vehicles are a small percentage of all accidents that occur on our roadways, but they do tend to be some of the most deadly or cause the greatest permanent injuries. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration … Keep reading…