You and your spouse stole away for a romantic long weekend at a quaint Connecticut bed-and-breakfast. All was going fine as the two of you were about to make your way downstairs for a homemade New England breakfast. Suddenly, your low heel caught in a rip in the...
CO poisoning, also known as carbon monoxide poisoning, is a dangerous, potentially lethal problem that occurs when there is too much carbon monoxide in an enclosed space. This is commonly caused by inhaling combustion fumes, such as those coming out of the tailpipe of...
If you slip and fall, there are several injuries that are common and that you may end up suffering from. Those include injuries such as: Bruises Traumatic brain injuries Spinal injuries Broken bones Sprains These injuries are common because of the angle at which...
Fall and winter months can lead to a significant increase in both indoor and outdoor slip, trip and fall accidents. The hazardous combination of poor weather, less-than-ideal footwear and cumbersome clothing make recognizing and avoiding hazards almost impossible....
Slip-and-fall accidents are often equated with minor injuries suffered when people lose their balance stepping into a puddle of liquid on an indoor surface. In fact, these accidents can occur in countless situations resulting in devastating injuries to numerous body...
As cold winter air moves into the area, it won’t be long before you find yourself dealing with snow, ice and a variety of other potential safety hazards. As a pedestrian, it’s critical that you take steps to protect against a slip and fall. How can you protect against...
As autumn approaches, now is a good time to talk about slipping and falling on ice and slick surfaces. Connecticut is no stranger to cold weather, so you’re bound to run into a slick situation sooner or later. As someone who walks often or even as someone just going...
Do you love the autumn leaves? The peak season for gorgeous fall foliage in Connecticut is somewhere between Oct. 5 and Nov. 8, which means this is the perfect time to take a stroll around town and look at the local color. Unfortunately, all those beautiful leaves can...
The pain from a dog bite may only last for days, weeks, or months, depending on the severity and location of that bite. However, the ramifications of such a bite can last for life. Some scars will never heal and can lead to permanent disfigurement. That disfigurement...
As a renter, you know that your landlord is supposed to make repairs and give you a safe place to live. However, you also know that this happens far less than is ideal. Landlords often neglect their properties, ignore requests for repairs or try to leave it up to the...
