Suffering a personal injury can be a life-altering event that affects not only your physical well-being but also your financial stability. When someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing causes you harm, you may be entitled to seek compensation through a personal injury claim. Understanding the process of filing a personal injury claim is essential to protect […]
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Uninsured/Underinsured motorist insurance coverage; what is covered?
All of us who own/drive a motor vehicle must, per Connecticut law, carry automobile insurance. With that responsibility, we seek the advice of insurance companies and rely on their agents to explain the different types of coverage to us. With this advice, we make an intelligent decision about the amount and type of coverage we […]
Can I be Compensated for Mental and Emotional Injuries Caused by a Motor Vehicle Accident or Other Traumatic Event?
An injured individual can be compensated for mental and emotional injuries caused by a motor vehicle accident or other traumatic events that a negligent individual caused. What Type of Damages can be Awarded from Injuries In a personal injury action, there are generally two types of damages that a jury can award a plaintiff if […]
Can I be Compensated for Property Damage Caused by Another Person’s Dog?
A person can be compensated for the damage done to their property that was caused by another person’s dog. Connecticut Statute of Strict Liability for Damage Caused by a Dog In Connecticut, “[i]f any dog does damage to either the body or property of any person, the owner or keeper, or, if the owner or […]
What is Tinnitus and was it caused by an accident?
You’re driving to the grocery store to pick up a few things for dinner and approach a traffic signal at a four-way intersection. You begin to slow your vehicle for the red light and as your vehicle comes to a complete stop, in your rearview mirror, you notice that there is another car right behind […]