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CT car crashes: injured drivers’ rights
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 about these numbers…
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: interest-based or…
4 things to consider in a divorce with kids
Divorce involving kids can be more difficult. It can be hard for parents to watch their kids go through different emotions and significant life changes, especially when they are younger. However, if you and your spouse have irreconcilable issues and have decided to go for…
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 things…
Ensuring that you have a clear property title
When you purchase a property, your legal rights to ownership are outlined in the title. Ideally, you should fully understand your rights before committing to a purchase, but this isn’t always how it works out. When issues come up with the title, they can cause…
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…
Equitable distribution isn’t necessarily equal distribution
As you start planning for your divorce, you’ll see that Connecticut (like most states) is an “equitable distribution” state. People often think that means that marital assets are divided between spouses equally, or 50-50. Equitable distribution, however, means fair – not equal – division of…
How can you reduce crash risk at intersections?
If you look at crash statistics, you will see that intersections are one of the most dangerous points on any road. The mix of vehicles moving across each other can understandably cause issues. It’s unlikely you can avoid intersections altogether, so what can you do?…
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.…
Machine shops pose serious injury risks to workers
Cutting and fabricating parts needed for various industries are two typical duties machine shop workers perform. The workers deal with many serious hazards. If injured, the results could be serious for those workers. What dangers exist in machine shops? Anyone working with tools risks suffering…
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 compensation claim. However, there…
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…
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…
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