North Haven CT Legal Blog
Is your Volvo at risk for a seat belt malfunction in a crash?
The Volvo brand has long been associated with safe and reliable vehicles. Unfortunately, some companies with long-established reputations can become complacent in their business practices. They may not engage in adequate safety testing or may not test individual...
Connecticut has expanded protections for hospitals and nursing homes
Caring for aging loved ones often isn’t something you can do alone. You turned to a specialized facility so they could get the help they need. But when things take a turn for the worse, new rules could make it harder than ever to hold anyone accountable. Connecticut...
Can you choose your own doctor for workers’ comp treatment?
Workers who get hurt while on the job in Connecticut have to comply with a number of rules in order to get the workers' compensation benefits they deserve. They will have to make a timely report to their employer and will need to seek medical evaluation as soon as...
Navigating Connecticut’s comparative negligence law after a crash
There is no doubt among victims that truck accidents result in serious or catastrophic injuries in many cases. Those who have walked away from a collision with a semitruck are lucky indeed. Most truck accident victims are left with severe injuries such as brain...
When a wedding vendor or service won’t uphold your agreement
A wedding is supposed to be a joyous event full of family and friends celebrating a couple committing to one another. It can also be a source of significant stress for the couple getting married, as well as their closest family members. Weddings are expensive and...
Could your car doors just open while you’re driving?
If your car comes from a major manufacturer and is less than a decade old, you likely assume that as long as you perform adequate maintenance, you are safe in your vehicle. Unfortunately, some vehicles have defective components that can put drivers and their...
Connecticut’s life jacket safety laws
Connecticut looks over the beautiful east coast and boasts over 3,000 lakes, ponds and reservoirs. Visitors and residents alike love to take advantage of the gorgeous waterlines available in our state. When you go out for a summer swim or cruise in your boat, though,...
Cyclists: Watch out for trucks turning right
Semitrucks do not make right turns like other vehicles. On many, you can find warnings on the trailer telling drivers about this. Because of the way that the vehicle is hinged between the cab and the trailer, it pivots at that point and the trailer cuts deeply into...
How to maintain your safety as a pedestrian
When you walk to and from your car at the grocery store, you’re a pedestrian. When you take a jog, you’re a pedestrian. When you jump on your bike for a quick trip to town, you’re also a pedestrian. You get the point. There are many times throughout the day when...
The dangerous risk of bleeding on the brain
When people think of brain injuries that lead to bleeding, they often think of hemorrhages that happen in the brain tissue itself. This is what can happen when you have a stroke or a brain tumor, for instance. It can also happen after some types of trauma, both open...
