Staying Safe While Renting Property
Fifteen family members were injured during a house party in Hartford when a second floor porch collapsed. While no one was seriously injured in this accident, if you or a loved one is renting a home or another piece of property as a primary dwelling, you may want to consider these safety precautions prior to … Keep reading…
Ways To Stay Safer On Your Motorcycle
Isn’t the weather this time of year simply beautiful? And if you ride a motorcycle, you likely know that more than anyone. According to information by AAA, the most common reason drivers cut in front of motorcycles is that they did not see them. Bikers can help prevent crashes by using the following tips: Wearing … Keep reading…
CT Department of Public Health Disciplines 6 Nursing Homes
The Connecticut Department of Public Health is charged with oversight of buildings and industries that are used by the public such as hospitals, schools, and even nursing homes. The DPH recently fined six Connecticut nursing facilities that put patient safety at risk. St. Camillus Center in Stamford was fined $6,000 after a patient died and … Keep reading…
6,800 Connecticut Students Suffered Concussions Last School Year
The Connecticut Department of Education recently released concussion statistics for the 2016-17 school year. Nearly 6,800 students ranging from pre-kindergarten to 12th graders were included in this data. A concussion is caused by a jolt, bump or blow to the head that causes the brain to twist or bounce around in the skull. This type … Keep reading…
Spring Has Sprung! Protect That Head!
Spring has sprung! It is a great time to review Connecticut helmet and safety laws for cyclists. Connecticut motorcycle accidents and Connecticut bicycle accidents do happen and it is important to understand safety laws to avoid injury and a citation. Motorcycle Helmet Laws Motorcycle operators over the age of 18 years are not required to … Keep reading…
Wires Hit School Bus In Southington
A few weeks ago in Southington, high winds and heavy rain caused downed wires to fall on a passing school bus with children on board. While accidents like this are rare, any passengers would likely have had a case with several defendants. Experienced attorneys, like those at McEnery Price Messey & Sullivan, would look at … Keep reading…
Connecticut Personal Injury: How To Tell If A Playground Is Safe
With the spring weather warming us up it is time to get the kids outside and play. The question is, is the playground you are bringing your kids to safe? Here’s what to check to make sure that your children are safe both at home and at play. 1.) The equipment: Equipment should be no … Keep reading…
Connecticut Slip & Falls & How You Can Protect Yourself
The winter months in Connecticut can make treacherous sidewalks and walkways even more hazardous with slippery snow and ice covering them. That’s why this time of year it is important to know how to protect yourself in case you do slip and fall and injure yourself on these types of walkways. Prevention is the best … Keep reading…
Avoiding Connecticut Personal Injury While Renting Property
Several people were injured when an East Hartford deck collapsed. While injuries were not life-threatening, three people were injured. If you or a loved one is renting a home or another piece of property as a primary dwelling, you may want to consider these safety precautions prior to signing a lease. Call the city building … Keep reading…
Connecticut Hospital Negligence: Stay Safe From HAIs
Hospital acquired infections (HAIs) account for roughly 75,000 deaths in the United States each year, according to the Center for Disease Control. Many of these infections are preventable through simple recommended procedures like washing hands which has proven to drastically reduce infection rates, but there is research to show that more floor cleaning could reduce … Keep reading…