If you are a New York resident and are arrested and convicted in Connecticut for a DUI/DWI, you will face criminal penalties and administrative sanctions in Connecticut. You might think once you leave Connecticut and get back in New York, you will be able to drive without any penalties, but this is not the case. […]
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Should I Fight My Administrative DWI Suspension?
When you are arrested for a DWI in Connecticut, you have to contend with two distinct and separate proceedings: The State will prosecute you in criminal court, and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will conduct an administrative proceeding which may result in the loss of your license*. While it’s clear you want representation in […]
CT DUI/DWI And the Holiday Season
With the holiday season upon us, many of us will be attending holiday celebrations. More often than not, these celebrations include alcohol. This is also the season when your local and state law enforcement step up DUI/DWI enforcement. Driving under the influence will most certainly ruin your holiday season with the prospect of facing jail […]
Distracted Driving in Connecticut
In Connecticut, as well as 46 other states, it is against the law to text while you are driving. Connecticut bans the use of any handheld electronic device while operating a motor vehicle. These laws fall under the distracted driving regulations. When people hear “distracted driving” they often think of using their cell phones, when […]
Should you hire a personal injury lawyer?
Lincoln once said, “He who represents himself has a fool for a client.” While you may wonder if it is worthwhile to hire a personal injury lawyer, having one on your side can ensure you don’t miss out on compensation and may award you quite a bit more than expected. Personal Injury compensation occurs when […]
How to get the most compensation after an injury
Worker’s Comp and Personal Injury compensation are different. In worker’s comp, under CT state statute Sec. 31-308, each body part is rated. For example, the primary arm is worth 208 weeks of pay. If a client ends up with a ten percent disability to their primary arm, worker’s comp pays 20.8 weeks compensation. 10% of […]
Should I accept an insurance settlement for a personal injury?
After sustaining a personal injury, an insurance company may reach out with a settlement amount. When facing an ocean of hospital bills and the prospect of a lengthy personal injury suit, it’s very tempted to accept the insurance settlement. Before accepting any settlement, you must understand the extent of the injury, length and costs of […]
How much is my worker’s comp case worth?
A lot of different factors go into figuring out what is a worker’s comp case worth, including: the nature of the injury; whether the person can still work the same job or another position for the same compensation; their age; what their weekly compensation rate is; what future medical expenses are reasonable to anticipate; if […]
When to Hire a Slip & Fall Lawyer
Each year, thousands of people are injured in slip and fall accidents. These types of injuries can happen just about anywhere, at any time. They can happen at work, in someone’s home, and even in public places. The extent of the injury can vary a great deal. Slip & fall injuries range from a bump […]
How to fight a DUI in Connecticut
Can you fight a DUI? Arrested for a drunk driving charge in Connecticut? By now you are wondering if it is possible to fight it, and if so, how you can. So, let’s get right to it. Yes, you can fight a DUI in Connecticut. Like all other states, Connecticut has strict laws and enforcement […]