Construction zones are dangerous by nature. There might be large trucks coming in and out of the area, heavy machinery working on the roads or workers trying to control traffic while standing on the roadway. It can be dangerous to enter a work zone because you have to...
At one point or another, the majority of us will require some form of medical treatment. The professional relationship between medical practitioners and patients is significant because it is founded upon a duty of care. The same can be said for medical facilities and...
It’s no secret that Connecticut is a chilly place in the winter. The cutting winds, snow, ice and dangerously low temperatures all add up to create an environment where it’s easy to get hurt. Whether your job duties keep you outside during much of the day, or you work...
People across Connecticut utilize the road networks every day for various reasons. Unfortunately, road traffic accidents are fairly commonplace. Throughout winter, road users should also be wary of hazards that may not have been present during warmer periods....
As temperatures drop and precipitation levels increase, the roads outside and the floors inside become slippery. People all over Connecticut are at risk of getting into crashes on slippery streets or falling in parking lots or stores while they handle their weekly...
If you moved an aging loved one into a nursing home, you likely did so because you worried that you could not meet their needs anymore. Whether they need around-the-clock care due to dementia or physical support due to bodily issues, a nursing home might be a safer...
Often, when considering risks when driving in Connecticut, the focus revolves around other drivers. However, the weather can also play a significant factor in vehicle accidents. Various conditions resulting from the different seasons are always worth thinking about....
Workers in any industry can get hurt on the job. Someone working in retail could slip and fall, while someone at a hospital could hurt their back lifting a patient. Plenty of industries also put people at risk of developing work-related illnesses, ranging from...
Connecticut has some stunning fall foliage, to be sure. According to the state’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, it’s peak leaf-watching season in the state. While local drivers may not gawk at the dramatic displays of color along the state’s rural...
The fall is here, and most of us love it. The changing colors and the crisp fall Connecticut air is truly something to behold. However, with the onset of autumn comes shorter days as the sun goes down earlier every day. For many people, there could be concern about...
