Robert A. Avena
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Man arrested after accusations of fleeing scene of fatal crash
Tragedy can strike at any time, and a person’s actions can cause a loss of life. One horrible situation is a hit-and-run accident. In those cases, a driver hits a person or vehicle and then flees, leaving those who may be hurt or dying without…
Divorcing with kids? Talk things through ahead of time
When you’re divorcing with children, it’s a smart choice to start talking to your kids about what to expect early on. From toddlers to teens, every child deserves a chance to understand what’s happening in their lives. Some parents believe that shielding their children from…
You can make a workers’ compensation claim if you’re hurt at work
No one plans to get hurt when they’re at work, especially when the job isn’t particularly dangerous. What you never expected was to be struck by another worker in your office as they backed up out of their space. As they hit you, you were…
Summer weather hazards create threats in New London
There are many times when people may suffer personal injuries. One is in a car crash. Car crashes are among the most common causes of injury in the United States, and they’re even more likely to occur in an area that is experiencing severe weather.…
Victim transported by LifeStar after 2-vehicle crash
Crashes can cause life-threatening injuries, some of which may result in victims having to be rushed to the hospital via helicopter. In the worst accidents, the use of helicopters is used to make sure victims get to specialized hospital units as fast as possible. A…
Claims of domestic violence hurt your reputation in court
Domestic violence is something that no one should joke about. Sometimes, claims of violence are used to put a mother or father at a disadvantage in a custody case, making them look as if they’ve harmed their children or spouses. As someone who is facing…
Connecticut nursing homes do well with staffing ratios
Nursing home abuse and neglect is something that many people worry about. They worry that they’ll put their loved one into a nursing home and later find that they’ve been hurt as a result of that decision. The good news for people in Connecticut is…
Get qualified for Social Security Disability Insurance
If you may need to use Social Security Disability (SSD) in the future, then it’s important to understand it and the benefits it provides. You need to know exactly what information you have to provide to the Social Security Administration (SSA), too, so that your…
Can you file a claim for mesothelioma?
If you receive the news that you’ve developed mesothelioma, you may feel blindsided. After all, mesothelioma takes so long to develop that you may never have expected that you were exposed to asbestos. On top of that, it might be hard to think of when…
What is a nonadversarial divorce?
Connecticut is one of the many states that has a no-fault system. That means that you don’t need any specific reason to divorce other than irreconcilable differences. This is great for people who feel that they’ve grown apart or just no longer want to be…
Get workers’ compensation coverage after any work injury
Imagine that you’re working at your desk. There are no significant hazards around you. You reach up and pick up a heavy box above you, and you suddenly feel a snap along your shoulder. You’ve been working in the same position for many hours, and…
Who is liable in a drunk driving accident?
Most drivers know that drunk driving is wrong, but unfortunately some people still do it. If their poor decision causes an accident, injured parties have the right to seek compensation. However, the liable party for said compensation may go beyond the person behind the wheel.…
Dog bites: Avoid them during spring get-togethers
Dog bites are dangerous for a number of reasons, including that they are deep and have the potential to tear through skin, muscle and bone. If left untreated, they can become badly infected. On top of that, some dogs carry dangerous diseases that can infect…
Yes, you can avoid penalties with a QDRO
If you plan to take money out of a retirement plan with a QDRO, you should know that there is a 10 percent plan penalty. However, it’s sometimes possible to withdraw money from the plan prior to retirement. One of the times you can withdraw…
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