Cold weather is on it’s way (eventually) and we are not the only ones enjoying the change of season. Our canine friends are also visiting parks, walking streets, and hanging outdoors and indoors with their owners. Even the most mild-mannered dogs can be aggravated enough to bite. The Humane Society advises keeping a safe distance between yourself and the dog and keep an eye out for these nine behaviors to avoid a New Haven personal injury: Tensed body Stiff tail Furrowed brow Yawning Pulled back head and/or ears Focused stare Eyes rolling so the whites are visible Flicking tongue or licking lips Backing away If you are in a situation where you believe a dog might bite, never turn your back and run away. The dog’s instinct will be to chase you. If you have suffered a dog bite, notify the dog’s owner and dog warden immediately and seek medical help. Read the full article…

Cool temperatures and changing leaves means autumn has officially it the Elm City. Autumn months in Connecticut can make sidewalks and walkways even more hazardous with acorns, wet leaves, and rain. It is important to know how to protect yourself against New Haven personal injury on these types of walkways. Prevention is the best way to protect yourself, but after a fall there are steps you can take to protect yourself. Get medical treatment immediately. A doctor or nurse practitioner will be able to assess your condition and the sooner, the better. Photograph the area. Visual evidence is the best way to demonstrate the conditions that caused your injury. Do not speak, either in a formal statement or otherwise, to any of the parties involved or insurance adjusters. Taking these few steps in the event that you are injured can be the difference between spending the winter months in agony from your injuries or being Read the full article…