After a car crash, there are specific steps you can take to ensure everyone is safe and you can get properly reimbursed. These same steps are also the best option if you pursue a personal injury claim. Here is what you should do if you are involved in a vehicular...
Year: 2022
3 mistakes to avoid when you get pulled over by police
Getting pulled over by law enforcement may feel intimidating. Whether you were in the wrong or not, your behavior significantly impacts how police proceed with the stop. Avoiding these common mistakes keeps everyone safe and should get you back on the road quickly. 1....
3 steps to take after receiving divorce papers
Some married couples may foresee the possibility of their divorce for weeks or even years. In other instances, one spouse does not exhibit any signs of divorce and serves the divorce papers with no warning. In the instance that you are the one who receives the divorce...
How do I win my slip and fall case?
If you are injured at work or on someone else's property, you can file a negligence claim against the other party to prevent future injury and recover financial losses. To win, file your case within two years of the day that it happened. Make sure that you take clear...
Can you recover damages from an auto accident if you share fault?
Auto accidents can have a devastating financial effect on those who suffer severe injuries and significant property damage. Personal injury law provides an avenue to seek compensation for your losses from the at-fault party. Common defense to a personal injury claim...
Mistakes that lead to contested divorce
Divorce is never anyone’s first option. However, there are better and worse ways to end a marriage. For example, a contested divorce costs both sides more emotionally and financially. The most recent figures for Connecticut put the divorce rate at 1.6 per 1000...
3 actions to avoid in the aftermath of an automobile accident
In the wake of a wreck, you may find yourself overwhelmed by shock and confusion. It may be difficult to know how to proceed. Just as there are actions you need to take, such as calling the police, there are also certain ones you need to avoid. 1. Putting Off Medical...
These rules can help keep your teen driver safe
Due to their inexperience, teen drivers are the most likely group of motorists to experience a car collision. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, teens are three times more likely to die in a car crash than other drivers, and motor...
Alternatives to divorce offer privacy and other benefits
Ending a marriage is a stressful endeavor. A traditional divorce played out in court adds additional layers of stress and anxiety. Mediation and collaborative divorce are options for ending a marriage that put some of the control back into your hands. With a focus on...
3 FAQs about changing child support payments in Connecticut
After your divorce, a judge may have approved a child support payment plan that took a variety of factors into account. In addition to your respective incomes, the court may have considered your health, ages and the needs of your children. However, as life brings...