Car accidents can be devastating and can change your life in a matter of seconds. Last year, there were 96,165 total crashes, with 180,782 vehicles and 230,621 people involved in Connecticut. Around 50% of these accidents resulted in fatal injuries. Just thinking...
Colleen LaFrancois
What is private divorce mediation?
Divorce mediation is an option that allows spouses to go through the divorce process in private. It provides them with the guidance of a professional mediator to assist in any issues that may arise. In Connecticut, there are two kinds of private mediation:...
Avoid these 3 mistakes in child custody matters
Children need love and support from both parents when they’re going through tough times. One of these times is when their parents divorce. Unfortunately, it can sometimes be hard for parents to look past themselves during the divorce process. One of the most important...
Potential financial issues involved in a gray divorce
The number of older couples getting divorced has substantially increased in Connecticut over the last few decades. For those over 50, the divorce rate has doubled in the U.S. since 1990. The rate has increased even more for those over 65, nearly tripling over the last...
Safety tips for winter driving
Driving during winter months is inherently more dangerous than driving in other seasons because the road conditions can make an accident more likely. Some of this is also out of the control of motorists, who may have no choice but to drive in suboptimal conditions...
Protecting your eyesight while on the job
Eye injuries at work are all too common. OSHA reports that more than 2,000 people in the United States suffer from job-related injuries per day. Employers must be aware of the seriousness of eye safety on the job and take steps to protect their employees. Reasons why...
The workers’ comp claims process
Accidents can happen on any jobsite, and employees may suffer anything from sprains, burns, broken bones, repetitive stress injuries, severe respiratory illnesses or a host of other issues. When one of these incidents occurs, an employee may have a valid worker's...
Minimizing the risk of workplace back injuries
Whether you work on a Connecticut construction site, in a hospital, or in a traditional office setting, you may be vulnerable to back injuries. Fortunately, there are a number of strategies you may be able to employ to reduce your risk of a workplace accident that...
What steps should you take after a car accident?
No matter how safely you attempt to drive, the possibility of an accident remains. In the state of Connecticut alone, thousands of car accidents occur every year. While these incidents may cause distress, try to remain calm and follow these steps if you are ever...
How to drive safely during autumn in Connecticut
As the weather changes from hot to cold, your car's operation also changes. To ensure your safety and that of other road users in Connecticut, it's important to be mindful of the unique driving challenges fall weather can present. Combatting fog and frost During fall,...
