4 Ways to Travel Safely and Avoid a Truck Accident
by Gayle Sullivan, RN, JDSeptember 23rd, 2014
It is no secret that if you are driving down Interstates 95 and 84 in Connecticut, it can become downright scary when traveling around those large tractor trailer trucks. The Connecticut DMV has compiled a pamphlet with some driving tips on how to safely maneuver and avoid a truck accident. 1. Stay out of blind … Keep reading…
What Damages Can You Seek In a Wrongful Death Case
by Gerard McEnerySeptember 19th, 2014
If you are hiring an attorney for a loved one’s estate as the result of a possible wrongful death claim, it is important to know what damages you can seek under Connecticut state law. Wrongful death damages are broken into two categories: Economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages: 1. Reasonable and necessary medical and funeral … Keep reading…
Getting an IV or Feeding Tube? Read This First
by Robert Messey, MD, JDSeptember 15th, 2014
If you are being admitted to a hospital or medical care facility and are going to be getting a feeding tube, catheter, or IV, be sure to ask your doctor if the tubing and facility are compliant with the Sentinel Alert Standards issued by the Joint Commission in August 2014. Because of an increase in … Keep reading…