Even the most meticulously planned trips can face disruptions such as accidents and unexpected injuries. If this happens in the hotel you are staying in, can you file for legal recourse to compensate for losses? The answer depends on the circumstances. How do I know...
Personal Injury
What to expect from a casino injury claim
Connecticut boasts two major Native American gaming destinations, the Foxwoods Resort Casino and Mohegan Sun. Should you sustain an injury at these establishments, you will likely have to deal with the tribal court system. However, personal injury claims on tribal...
What is a traumatic amputation?
Traumatic amputations are a catastrophic and life-altering form of injury. The immediate and long-term impacts of such injuries are profound, affecting not only the physical well-being of an affected individual but also their psychological and social life....
Car accidents can cause traumatic brain injuries
Serious auto accidents can have terrible consequences on the human body. One of the most devastating injuries that may occur is brain damage. Brain injuries can be either immediately evident or take hours, or even days, to manifest. If you are involved in a major auto...
Understanding third-party liability in workplace accidents
If you are injured while performing a work-related activity, you may be entitled to compensation through your employer's workers' compensation insurance. However, in some cases, you may also have a personal injury claim against a third party if they were partially or...
3 ways an electrical shock can lead to injury
Working with power tools and heavy equipment is just “part of the job” for many professionals. Those who work in construction, manufacturing and maintenance professions often use a variety of tools as part of their regular job responsibilities. Overall, such devices...
3 steps to take after a slip-and-fall accident
Slip-and-fall accidents are quite common. While most slips and falls do not lead to hospitalization, some can result in life-altering injuries, especially to older victims. Fortunately, if you trip, slip and fall while on someone’s property, and you believe negligence...
2 mistakes that can make your personal injury claim problematic
If you are hurt as a result of someone else’s unlawful actions, you may be entitled to financial restitution for the resulting economic and non-economic damages. However, personal injury claims can be complex, usually involving investigations, negotiations and...
3 back injuries that may result from a slip-and-fall accident
The potential for a slip, trip and fall accident exists pretty much everywhere – on the sidewalks, stairways, aisles and other open areas with hazards like slippery floors, torn carpets or loose cables. If you sustain an injury following a slip-and-fall accident that...
Claiming lost wages in a personal injury claim
Should you suffer injuries that prevent you from working for any length of time, you can include those wages in your claim for compensation from the liable party. Usually, the scope of such a claim covers both present and future wages, as discussed below. Your current...