Lost Earning Capacity in a Wrongful Death Case
by Gerard McEneryDecember 17th, 2014
According to Connecticut law, when you file a wrongful death claim after your loved one’s passing, you are entitled to seek monetary damages for lost wages less living expenses. What does that mean? The attorney helping you file your wrongful death claim, will help you determine how much income your loved one would have generated … Keep reading…
What is a soft tissue injury?
by Charles B. Price, Jr.December 13th, 2014
If you were injured in a car accident, slip and fall accident, or any other personal injury accident your healthcare provider may have told you have a soft tissue injury. But what does that mean? A soft tissue injury is damage to muscles, tendons, and ligaments that could result in pain, swelling, bruising, and possibly … Keep reading…
5 Ways To Play Nice With Your Neighbor’s Dog
by Gayle Sullivan, RN, JDDecember 9th, 2014
Nearly 5 million people get dog bites in the United States each year and almost a million of those people require medical attention. In the state of Connecticut these dog bites which require medical attention are the responsibility of the dog owner. The Connecticut Humane Society has some suggestions on how to avoid being one … Keep reading…
Worker’s Compensation Benefits: More Than Just Lost Wages
by Robert Messey, MD, JDDecember 5th, 2014
If you’ve been hurt on the job there are certain benefits that you are entitled to such as lost wages and medical expenses, but did you know there are other benefits that you may be entitled to depending on the circumstances of your injury? In some cases you may be eligible to receive either short-term … Keep reading…
Avoid a Slip and Fall Injury: Watch Your Step
by Charles B. Price, Jr.December 1st, 2014
In New England, you never know how the weather will affect your daily routine. As fall turns to winter, rain can quickly transition to ice or snow and make slippery surfaces very difficult to navigate. Sometimes, no matter how careful you are, a small patch of ice or snow can put you at risk of … Keep reading…
Understanding Your Liability As The Host Of A Holiday Party
by Gerard McEneryNovember 27th, 2014
Being the host of a holiday party can help you enjoy the season with family and friends, but if you’re serving alcohol there are also some things that you need to be aware of to protect yourself. In the state of Connecticut, social hosts can be held liable if one of their guests leaves their … Keep reading…