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The New Tool for Calculating the Likelihood of TBI in Car Crashes
It’s common knowledge that car accidents can be life-changing. Even a “minor” car accident can lead to a serious injury. Whiplash, broken bones, and deep tissue injuries can all occur from wrecks that happen at any rate of speed. Aside from death, one of the most serious injuries that a car accident victim can suffer…
Read MoreCompetency to Stand Trial in Connecticut: What You Should Know
As you likely know, a person deemed incompetent to stand trial cannot be convicted of a crime. As United States citizens, we have the right to due process after being charged with a crime, and this includes fair court proceedings. If an individual is charged with a criminal offense and deemed unable to understand the…
Read MoreHow Does the Exclusionary Rule Work in Connecticut?
A defendant in any criminal proceeding has the right to challenge the admissibility of improperly obtained evidence. Experienced Hartford criminal defense lawyers often file formal motions to suppress evidence if the evidence was seized illegally. A few examples of illegally seized evidence include searching your home because you look like someone else, searching you because…
Read MoreWho’s Responsible in a Drunk Driving Accident, besides the Drunk Driver?
In drunk driving cases, the primary defendant is the drunk driver. And, in most drunk driving cases, the criminal case against the drunk driver is brought first. Experienced Hartford drunk driver lawyers work with the police and use the evidence the police have to hold the drunk driver liable for the injuries they caused to…
Read MoreWhy Are Motorcycle Accidents So Deadly?
Many people ride motorcycles because they’re an economical form of transportation. Many also ride just for the sheer joy of the open road. Unfortunately, motorcycles don’t offer the same protection as cars and trucks. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly 5,000 people were killed in motorcycle accidents in 2018. Motorcycle deaths…
Read MoreCommon Types of Truck Accidents in Connecticut
The way a truck accident happens is often a strong indicator of who is liable for the accident. The manner of the accident also indicates what types of injuries are likely and when a fatality is likely. Our Hartford truck accident lawyers work with victims, the police, and investigators to determine how the truck crash…
Read MoreWhat Do I Do When There’s Been a Parts Recall on My Car?
Vehicle recalls are issued when there has been a safety defect detected in a part, either by multiple mechanics or drivers, or after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) investigates, or after a string of similar accidents. Issuing a recall is important because of the likelihood that a malfunctioning part will cause serious personal…
Read MoreHow Much is My Personal Injury Claim Worth?
When you’ve been injured, you’ve lost time from work, or worse – lost your job all together – and the bills begin to pile up, it’s natural to start to panic and wonder how much you may get from a settlement. You know what you think you deserve but the insurance company is rarely going…
Read MoreWill a DUI Affect My Job Prospects?
Job searching these days isn’t like it used to be. There is seldom a paper application to fill out in person accompanied by on-the-spot interviews where managers can size you up and decide whether to take a chance on you. Most companies have moved their hiring process to online platforms where you have become a…
Read MoreCan My Name Be Removed from the Sex Offender Registry in CT?
Being considered a sex offender in the eyes of the pubic takes a toll on your life in many ways. You can lose job opportunities, college scholarships, and having restrictions placed on your residency. While it isn’t fair, it can even reflect poorly on your family and friends. They may be viewed differently just for…
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