Author: Bill Beckert
E-scooter laws are designed to keep riders safe and make their behavior more predictable for others on the road. When you know and follow the law, you can reduce your risk of an accident and avoid costly violations. The state legislature passed Public Act 19-162, a bill dedicated to e-scooters, in 2019. What Is an […]
Clients always ask, “What is my personal injury case worth?” It’s a great question with no one-size-fits-all answer. Every Connecticut personal injury claim has specific facts unique to each person’s case. The only way to get an accurate estimate of your case’s value is to consult an experienced personal injury attorney. What Factors Affect the […]
In Connecticut, to recover compensation after most accidents, you must prove the four elements of negligence — duty, breach, causation, and damages. In other words, you must show that a party owed you a duty of care, the party breached the duty, and the breach caused you to suffer actual harm such as severe injury, […]
After a Connecticut car crash, police officers will document their initial findings at the scene, and insurance adjusters will conduct separate investigations. If the case goes to trial, the court will need to weigh the evidence and assign percentages of fault to each party involved in the auto accident. The job of finding fault in […]
In Connecticut, you generally have two years from the date of your injury or from when you discovered (or reasonably should have discovered) your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit that seeks compensation for your losses. This deadline is known as the statute of limitations. It is essential to understand this. The statute of […]
Determining fault in a multi-car accident in Connecticut can be challenging, as it often involves multiple parties and requires a thorough investigation. Several drivers may share liability under Connecticut’s modified comparative negligence rule. Multi-car accidents, also known as chain-reaction crashes or pile-ups, can be particularly chaotic and dangerous events on Connecticut’s roads. These incidents often […]
Soft tissue injuries refer to injuries to your body that do not involve your bones or nervous system. These injuries involve damage to connective tissues, such as ligaments, tendons, and muscles. Suffering severe soft tissue injuries in a Connecticut car accident can result in significant pain and impaired mobility at the injury site. While some […]
If you’ve suffered an injury at work, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits to cover your medical care and pay you a portion of your missing income. However, Connecticut law places certain limits on how long you can collect workers’ comp benefits. As a general rule, the system provides coverage as long as […]
When an insurance company makes a settlement offer after a car accident, you may be tempted to accept it right away, especially if you’re facing significant medical expenses. However, these initial offers rarely provide the full compensation you need, and an attorney can help you pursue more. An experienced Connecticut car accident attorney can negotiate […]
After a work-related injury, reaching maximum medical improvement (MMI) means your doctor expects that further treatment will not substantially improve your conditions. Once your injuries have stabilized, you can accurately gauge how they will impact you in the short and long term. Unfortunately, your employer may not agree with your doctor’s MMI assessment, which can […]