The driver of a medical taxi was seriously injured when his work vehicle was struck as he transported a co-worker and a juvenile patient in the early morning hours of Monday, April 16. The initial crash occurred just before 3:43 a.m., right out front of the First Step Childcare & Learning Center along Sherman Avenue in New Haven.
A recall doesn't stop you from suing for products liability
Oftentimes, when a product is shown to be dangerous or defective, a manufacturer or designer will decide to voluntarily remove it from distribution so that necessary modifications can be made. These recalls can be costly and don't often occur until some time after product-related injuries or deaths have already been reported to them.
House fires require swift, decisive action
A house fire is a terrifying experience. You may not have much time to escape once the fire starts, and you may find that the route you thought you'd be able to escape through is blocked. Sadly, it is estimated that about seven people die each day in house fires in this country.
A Bridgeport man is charged with manslaughter after car crash
A 22-year-old Waterbury man was arrested and booked into jail on suspicion of first-degree manslaughter and other traffic-related offenses on March 29. The charges he faces stem from his alleged involvement in killing a 61-year-old motorist and injuring two pedestrians back on August 10, 2017.
What types of damages might be available to car crash victims?
We often read news articles about why serious car accidents happen. We learn that millions of drivers are staring at their phones instead of the road, and that defective steering columns can lead to loss of control. We read statistics showing that a fatigued driver can be just as dangerous as a drunk driver.
The reality of how a dog bite can affect you -- for years
Anyone who has ever been bitten by a dog knows that the bite itself isn't the only thing that leaves a lasting impression. The shock of getting bitten, along with the trauma inflicted, can cause both psychological and physical problems. Dog bites often require medical attention as well, which brings financial costs and may precipitate a lawsuit.
What do patients file medical malpractice claims for?
Instances of medical malpractice are increasing across the United States. It's believed that increased demand for medical services can be blamed for this. As more demands are placed on the health care system, physicians and other medical providers become stressed and overworked. The extreme pressure that they're under can have a significant impact on the quality of care that they can provide their patients with.
5 spring property hazards that can cause serious injuries
With spring in full swing, many people are cleaning up after months of cold, snow and ice. Spring cleaning isn't just important to make things look nice, either. During the winter, certain safety risks can develop or get covered up and people often put off dealing with them until its warm enough to spend more time outside.
Tired drivers can cause serious crashes
Any of us can be tired on a given day. Some people, however, might be especially exhausted because they were up all night with a sick child, because they suffer from chronic insomnia or for other reasons. Some motorists end up behind the wheel of a car when they are too tired to drive safely. In some cases, they may fall asleep at the wheel or they simply have poorer driving skills than they otherwise would.
