Five Damages You May Be Eligible For In A New Haven Dog Bite Case
by AdminFebruary 13th, 2025
With more and more people out and about on the streets of the city, there are more and more dogs along for the walk. This opens up passersby to the dangers of a dog bite injury. In Connecticut, dog bites are considered strict liability and so no matter the dog’s owner mental state or intent, they can still be held liable for any damage that their dog does to you if you are bitten. There are exceptions to this, but they are few. Whether you are out on the streets of the city or visiting a neighborhood where dogs are outside with or without supervision you need to be aware that dogs are animals that are unpredictable and should be treated that way. However, through no fault of your own it is possible that you get bitten by a dog which can lead to some serious injuries. If you were Read the full article…
New Have Personal Injury: Pedestrian Accident Safety
by New Haven Personal Injury LawyerFebruary 11th, 2025
At one point or another, we will all find ourselves as pedestrians. New Haven personal injury accidents, as well as accidents across the state of Connecticut, have been on the rise. Here are a few safety tips: Avoid distraction. Cell phone use or wearing earphones when crossing streets diminishes the ability of your two key senses – hearing and seeing – that are used to detect and avoid cars. Use crosswalks. Cross the street where you have the best view of traffic. Don’t cross mid-block or diagonally. If there’s no crosswalk nearby, cross in a well-lit area where you have the best view of traffic. Look left, right, and left again. No crosswalk? Yield to traffic. Pedestrians walking outside of crosswalks must yield to all other traffic. Enhance your visibility at night. Walk in well-lit areas, carry a flashlight or wear something reflective, such as stickers or armbands, to be more visible. Watch for Read the full article…
5 Things That ARE Distracted Driving But Are NOT Using Your Cell Phone
by AdminFebruary 7th, 2025
We hear about distracted driving in the news all the time and how it leads to New Haven auto accidents. Each year thousands of people die in accidents that are the result of distracted driving, but did you know that it’s not only considered distracted driving when you’re using your cell phone? In fact, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) identified distracted driving as any activity that takes a driver’s attention away from driving. While utilizing a cell phone while driving is the most common and most referenced issue when it comes to distracted driving, it is not the only way you can be distracted while on the road. Here are some other very common and less publicized ways you can have you attention taken away from the most important role you have as a driver and that is keeping yourself and your passengers safe. Eating – drive-thrus are Read the full article…
3 Ways Black Ice Can Be A Sneaky Culprit In Causing A New Haven Slip and Fall Injury
by AdminFebruary 6th, 2025
This time of year can be a particularly treacherous time to be out and about on city sidewalks and streets. You may think that the dead of winter would be far more treacherous when snow has fallen and it can be difficult to find a cleared sidewalk, but there is something else going on here.  In the dead of winter you can see snow and ice on the ground and avoid it. Sure the sidewalks and streets can be slippery, but knowing and seeing are half the battle. On the other hand, in late fall and early winter, temperatures are not so steady and we are often tricked into thinking that there is no danger of a New Haven slip and fall injury. Truth be told that black ice can happen to you when you least expect it and injuries can occur and can often be serious, even life threatening. Black Read the full article…
Types Of Back Injuries That Can Be Sustained In A New Haven Slip And Fall Injury
by AdminFebruary 5th, 2025
As temperatures cool and sidewalks and walkways get slippery with black ice or snow, back injuries from New Haven slip and fall accidents can range from annoying to devastatingly painful. Accidents can cause injuries that last for a while or go away in a short amount of time. No matter what the accident is, a back injury that occurs from it may require a review from a medical professional. After being seen by a medical professional there are certain types of injuries that may be identified and they include; Muscle sprain Muscle strain Herniated disc Fractures Whiplash The tricky thing about back injuries is that they often linger for extended amounts of time. For instance, a muscle strain in your back may not be terribly severe but it can last for a very long time. It can get in the way of you performing duties at work or at home. Read the full article…
Who’s Liable in a Multi-Car Pileup in New Haven?
by AdminFebruary 3rd, 2025
A multi-car pileup is one of the most complex types of traffic accidents. With multiple vehicles involved, determining liability can be challenging, and insurance companies will carefully investigate before assigning fault. If you were in a New Haven auto accident involving several vehicles, understanding how liability is determined can help you protect your rights and seek compensation. How Liability is Determined in a Multi-Car Pileup In most cases, liability is assigned based on which driver’s negligence caused the accident. However, when three or more vehicles are involved, things become more complicated. Investigators—such as police officers, insurance adjusters, and legal experts—examine several factors, including the sequence of events, the role of each driver, and any violations of traffic laws. One of the first considerations is who initiated the crash. Often, the driver who caused the first collision will bear most of the responsibility, but others may also be at fault if Read the full article…