New Haven parents get giddy at the utterance of these words: back to school. Follow these seven safety precautions to avoid a New Haven personal injury, according to the NHTSA. Stand three giant steps back from the curb when waiting for the bus. Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop, doors open and the driver says it is safe to board or exit the bus. If you need to cross the street, make sure you do so at least ten feet in front of the bus. Use handrails to avoid falls and make sure drawstrings and backpacks don’t get stuck. Never walk behind the bus. Always make sure the driver can see you. Walk at least six feet from the side of the bus. If you drop something near the bus, tell the driver before picking it up. Make sure he or she is aware you will be close to Read the full article…

New Haven is within driving distance to so many great amusement parks, but whether it’s your first time visiting or you are an aficionado, amusement park safety is something to always keep top of mind.  A trip to the amusement park can be fun and exciting, especially for the little ones, but not taking safety precautions can have a devastating impact. When you’re hopping from ride to ride, keep these nine safety tips from the International Association of of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA): Obey all posted age/height/weight/health requirements. If you don’t meet any one of these requirements, don’t ride the ride. Follow the rules: If a ride has certain rules posted, follow them or don’t ride the ride. Keep all hands, legs, arms, and feet inside the ride at all times Stay seated. While the ride is moving it is important to remain in your seat until it has come Read the full article…

Summer in Connecticut means there are lots and lots of fun, family-friendly festivals and parties at churches or within the community. Here are a few tips to stay safe and avoid having to call a New Haven personal injury lawyer:  Bounce houses and trampolines. These structures are a lot of fun for both children and adults, but they have the potential to pose a serious risk. Follow all safety precautions from festival staff. Safe in crowds. Music festivals are known to draw massive crowds. Sometimes the crowds grow so large, attendees can sustain a New Haven personal injury. Stay alert to avoid injury. Parking lot safety. A very large number of New Haven auto accidents happen in parking lots, whether they involve one car, multiple cars or pedestrians, these types of accidents can cause significant injuries. If you or a loved one was injured, an experienced New Haven personal injury lawyer can help you with your claim. Read the full article…

The State of Connecticut and any municipality, including the City of New Haven, have very strict guidelines one must follow in order for their New Haven personal injury lawyer to file suit in court on their behalf. The State and its cities and towns have sovereign immunity which requires plaintiffs in a case (the injured parties) to obtain permission from the Claims Commissioner to file a lawsuit in Superior Court. If the injury occurs on state property or involves the state, Connecticut law says the state and its employees cannot be sued for money damages. However, the Claims Commissioner can decide on most claims whether the State will waive its immunity in the case. These cases are tried in court without a jury.   Any injury or claim that involves one of the state’s municipalities, Connecticut law states municipalities are generally responsible for the negligence of their employees, officers, and agents acting in the scope of their employment Read the full article…