Seatbelts have been a component in every modern care for a number of years now. While opinions may still differ, there is an overwhelming body of work that indicates seat belts save lives. Nonetheless, this doesn’t mean that they cannot cause injuries. If you’ve been...
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If someone is tailgating you, what should you do?
No one likes to be tailgated, which is often why people do it. They want the driver ahead of them to move over or speed up, so they tailgate that car until the driver complies. They know that the driver will feel uncomfortable having another car so close to them. When...
The risk of deadly crashes with teen drivers spikes in the summer
Whether you have a newly-licensed driver in your immediate family or just live in an area with a lot of young drivers, the summer marks the time when crash risk will be higher for those youthful drivers. Newly-licensed 16- and 17-year-olds can easily get into crashes...
Time limits for filing a Connecticut workers’ compensation claim
Workers in Connecticut are protected by workers’ compensation, which is a no-fault insurance most employers are required to have. According to state law, state agencies can’t deny workers the ability to file a claim, and if a business has at least one employee, it...
Can cancer qualify you for SSDI benefits?
Finding out that you have cancer is probably one of the scariest experiences possible at a doctor's office. Cancer can kill you, although advances in modern medicine have drastically reduced cancer-related fatalities in recent decades. Even if treatment is...
3 reasons to see a doctor immediately following a car crash
The moments following a car accident can be traumatic and confusing, to say the least. It is not uncommon for the brain to be muddled by the shock and trauma. Add to these the soaring adrenaline and you will barely tell what is going on in your body. Unfortunately,...
Potential consequences of ignoring a workplace injury
If you sustain an injury while working, it’s important to report the incident immediately and seek medical help. Unfortunately, too many workers ignore work-related accidents. While it can be tempting to try to “work through it,” this may lead to more issues down the...
Workers’ compensation: What are the employee’s responsibilities?
When you leave home for work, you hope to fulfill your duty to your employer, collect your paycheck and retire home to your loved ones. However, every workplace comes with its share of challenges. Falls, overexertion, being struck by a moving object or an illness that...
How do I appeal an SSD denial?
Social Security Disability (SSD) is a federal benefits program that offers monthly payments to eligible individuals who are no longer able to work thanks to their health challenges. These payments can make all the difference when you are burdened by medical bills and...
Can you file a slip-and-fall claim if you were drunk?
Slip-and-fall accidents are one of the leading causes of personal injuries in the U.S. Injuries resulting from these accidents usually fall under premises liability claims. If are sustain an injury following a slip-and-fall accident, you may pursue the property owner...
