Robert A. Avena
LATEST ARTICLES BY: Robert A. Avena
Respectful communication goes a long way in a divorce
Handling the logistical nightmare that a divorce brings can be challenging. You have to think about where you are going to live if you are the one leaving the marital home. Changing your mailing address and working through the divorce matters can all be a…
Practical tips for anyone going through a divorce
The process of divorce is one that can impact people differently. If you are in the midst of a divorce or realize that your marriage is ending, consider these tips to help you as work through the legal process. One of the most important things…
A refresher on sharing the road with school buses
With school back in session, it can take time to adjust to school buses being back on the roads. Drivers throughout Connecticut need to reacquaint themselves with the rules around school buses. Here are a few reminders of what’s expected of motorists when driving around…
Fewer fatalities with rural traffic roundabouts
Rural Connecticut roads might be safer if developers replace traffic-light intersections with roundabouts. While traffic lights reduce the number of accidents overall, the crashes that do occur are more likely to lead to severe injuries. There are not fewer accidents with roundabouts, but there are…
Social Security Disability has some work options possible
People who have worked for a living and become disabled before they are able to retire from work might file for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). This coverage is only for people who meet requirements for the work they’ve done, such as having enough work…
Plan for the legal end of your marriage if it is beyond repair
When you feel like your marriage is failing, you have an important decision to make. You need to think about whether your marriage is worth fighting for or if you are ready to let it go. If the answer is that you are ready to…
Preventing the impact of drowsy driving
Drowsy driving is a widespread trend that has inspired various safety initiatives, including the National Sleep Foundation’s Drowsy Driving Prevention Week and HHS’ Healthy People 2020 program. Drivers in Connecticut should respond by learning what the dangers are and doing what they can to avoid…
Causes of semi-truck wrecks are varied
Semi-truck drivers are expected to operate their rigs in a safe manner so that they can make their deliveries on time and keep others safe. While most truckers are safe drivers, there are some points that can lead to wrecks occurring. Some of these have…
Workers’ compensation claims must be handled correctly
An injury at work can start a chain reaction of events that impacts your entire life. Accidents can mean that you need urgent and ongoing medical care. They can also lead to you having to take time off of work. In these cases, you might…
Divorce mediation requires some planning on your part
Divorce mediation is a process that enables you and your ex to work together to come up with the terms of the split. This is often a preferable alternative to having to go through a divorce trial. One of the draws of mediation is that…
Women find financial surprises in divorce
According to a survey conducted by online marketplace Worthy, 46 percent of women who’d gone through divorce reported that the process included some financial surprises. The end of a Connecticut marriage brings with it emotion and stress for the parties involved. Being prepared for potential…
Burned out doctors could be more likely to commit errors
How burned out is your doctor? The answer might have major impacts on your likelihood of facing a medical error. This is what a recent study suggests. The research was based off of surveys of physicians from 2014. The study found that the doctors who…
Vehicle infotainment systems distract drivers
Vehicle infotainment systems are distracting drivers in Connecticut and across the U.S., according to a new study. Apparently, the systems demand too much brain power for drivers to adequately pay attention to the road. For the study, researchers from the University of Utah tracked 64…
Retirement readiness is often affected by divorce
There are many financial complications that can accompany divorce, especially for Connecticut residents who decide to end a marriage later in life. While the American divorce rate is no longer rising, this is not true for people over 50. Between 1990 and 2010, the divorce…
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