Understanding the “Big Three” Distractions That Can Lead To A New Haven Auto Accident
by AdminApril 24th, 2025
April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and so it is a great time to talk about how significant distractions to you while you are behind the wheel of your car or truck can lead to a New Haven auto accident and cause you harm. Experts who study and report out on distracted driving generally put the types of distractions that can get in a driver’s way into three buckets. These are classified as the “Big Three” distractions that everyone should know about, understand and do everything in their power to avoid. The truth is, anything that distracts you while you are behind the wheel can lead to devastating impacts on your well-being, but these three encapsulate most of the distractions that you might face and they are critical to understanding how you can be a safer driver. Visual Distractions: Taking Your Eyes Off the Road (Even for a Glance). Read the full article…
Remember To Avoid Distracted “Walking” During Distracted Driving Awareness Month
by AdminApril 22nd, 2025
We have been discussing all month long the importance of avoiding distracted driving as part of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. There are a myriad of issues that can distract you while you’re are driving including things like eating while driving, using your cell phone while driving, and even talking to passengers while behind the wheel. All of these distractions have been known to lead to auto accidents. It is important to spend each and every month remembering that these types of distractions are dangerous and can lead to serious, if not fatal, injuries. The same could be said for walking while distracted which could lead to a New Haven pedestrian accident which can be equally severe as an auto accident and can happen just as quickly as if you were behind the wheel. If you are not prepared to avoid distractions when you are walking as well there can Read the full article…
Approximately 1 Million People Go To The ER Due To A Slip And Fall Accident Each Year
by AdminApril 18th, 2025
Throughout our country emergency room visits are actually quite common. In fact, there are a reported 8 million emergency room visits per year for various injuries and illness. Each year nearly 1/8th of those visits are due in part to slip and fall accidents. These types of injuries are generally true accidents that cause significant injury and must be treated immediately. New Haven slip and fall accidents are just as common and require immediate attention and care from a medical professional. These accidents can occur in any location including the stairs on your stoop, the sidewalk, at the grocery store, in a park, and just about any other location throughout the city. Depending on the severity of these injuries you should be seen by a medical professional before you do anything further. A large percentage of people who slip and fall are over the age of 65. Those who are Read the full article…
Can You Sue If a Dog Bit Your Child at a Friend’s House?
by AdminApril 16th, 2025
As a parent your #1 job is to keep your child safe and free from incident. Especially when your child is younger this can be quite challenging. When your son or daughter starts being old enough to go over to their friend’s house without you, you lose a lot of control. This can be a scary time for a parent, especially the first few times it happens, but as you get more and more comfortable with it, the occurrence of visiting a friend’s house may increase. When you start sending your child to a friend’s house without your supervision you will want to make sure to discuss with her/him the ways they can stay safe when at a friend’s house. Making good choices, avoiding any rough housing and generally being on their best behavior are ways that your child can stay safe. You will also want to mention how your Read the full article…
The Difference Between Third-Party and First-Party Insurance Claims After a New Haven Auto Accident
by AdminApril 14th, 2025
Navigating the aftermath of a New Haven auto accident can be confusing, especially when dealing with insurance claims. Understanding the fundamental difference between third-party and first-party claims is crucial for protecting your rights and securing the compensation you deserve. While both types involve your insurance company, they address different scenarios and involve different parties. In essence, a third-party claim is filed against the insurance company of the at-fault driver. If another driver’s negligence caused the accident that resulted in your injuries and damages, you would typically file a claim with their insurance provider. This claim seeks compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, property damage (to your vehicle), and pain and suffering caused by the other driver’s actions. For example, imagine you were involved in a collision on Whalley Avenue in New Haven because another driver ran a red light. You sustained whiplash and your car suffered significant damage. In Read the full article…
What Happens if You’re Injured by a Product That’s Been Recalled? Your New Haven Personal Injury Rights
by AdminApril 10th, 2025
In recent months there have been a raft of product recalls on a variety of different products. These products can range from things like toys for your kids to the car you drive and basically anything in between. Products can be recalled for a variety of reasons including being a potential safety hazard. If this is the case and a product you have recently purchased has been recalled you need to know your rights in the event that you become involved in a situation where you experience a New Haven personal injury as the result of the product. In Connecticut, and specifically within the jurisdiction of New Haven, if you’ve been injured by a defective or dangerous product, you may have grounds for a personal injury claim. This is based on the principle of product liability, which holds manufacturers, distributors, and sellers responsible for placing unsafe products into the stream Read the full article…