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Connecticut has some weird laws, including one about bouncing pickles. Some of these laws are odd because they are outdated, while others are just plain silly. Many of them are still in the books. While these laws may not impact your life (or your personal injury case), they are an interesting part of the state’s […]

Connecticut does not have statewide leash laws for dogs. However, anti-roaming municipal laws or ordinances prohibit owners from letting their pets run free on another person’s land or public property. Violating these anti-roaming ordinances can lead to punishment for an infraction, which can include a fine. Local “leash laws” in Connecticut may require dog owners […]

In Connecticut, injured people can seek compensation for emotional distress after an accident. Money for emotional distress accounts for the intangible toll an injury takes on an individual’s life, not for losses with an actual dollar amount. Pursuing compensation for emotional distress can help victims make the most of their personal injury claims because Connecticut […]

Connecticut dram shop laws allow people injured in drunk driving accidents to hold bars, restaurants, and other businesses liable for overserving the driver and contributing to the crash. However, accident victims must meet specific legal requirements for a valid personal claim. If you suffered injuries in a Connecticut drunk driving accident, it’s crucial to understand […]

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 […]

Typically, Connecticut courts calculate pain and suffering damages in one of two ways. They use the multiplier method or the per diem method. No matter what method a court uses to calculate this category of personal injury damages, you can improve the likelihood of maximizing your potential compensation by working with an experienced personal injury […]

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 […]

When emergencies strike, your ability to act quickly can mean the difference between life and death. Whether it is a car crash, a medical emergency, or someone in distress, bystanders may hesitate to help due to their worries about facing legal consequences if something should go wrong. At Jainchill & Beckert, LLC, we understand these […]

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 […]