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"You Were Partly at Fault" —What That Really Means for Your Injury Case in Connecticut

If an insurance adjuster tells you that you were partly at fault for your accident, don't panic — and don't say another word before you read this. Connecticut law may still entitle you to significant compensation even if you share some of the blame. Here's what the insurers know that most people don't.

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Personal Injury, Connecticut Law Robert Elfont Personal Injury, Connecticut Law Robert Elfont

Slip and Fall at a Spring Event?

Spring is back in Litchfield County — and so are the fairs, flea markets, and outdoor events that come with it. But crowded spaces, temporary setups, and muddy pathways can turn a fun afternoon into a serious injury. If you got hurt on someone else's property, you may have more options than you think — and less time than you'd expect to act.

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Hurt at Work in Connecticut? Workers' Comp May Be Just the Beginning.

If you were hurt at work, filing a workers' comp claim may not be your only option. When a third party—not your employer—contributed to your injury, Connecticut law may entitle you to a separate civil claim for pain, suffering, and full lost wages. Most workers never know to ask.

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The Man Behind Your Rights Was No Hero — And That's the Point

Ernesto Miranda was accused of terrible crimes. Yet the case bearing his name became one of the most important legal decisions in American history. Sometimes bad people make good law — and the rights that came from his case have protected millions of people ever since. Here's what you need to know.

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