Experiencing an accident or medical issue involving your head is always frightening. There are many kinds of brain injury, each with different levels of severity. One important distinction you should consider when discussing brain injuries is traumatic vs....
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What are some elements that cause distracted driving?
On Behalf of Sheffy, DeNigris, Grey & Bedard, LLP | Apr 20, 2023 | Personal Injury
Distracted driving is a concept that most drivers are familiar with, and the activity leads to many motor vehicle accidents in the United States each year. There are numerous ways that drivers can become preoccupied with something else while behind the wheel and stop...
Understanding dog bite liability in Connecticut
On Behalf of Sheffy, DeNigris, Grey & Bedard, LLP | Mar 25, 2023 | Dog Bites
Dog bite laws vary by state and everyone should understand the details to protect their rights after a bite or injury. Connecticut is a strict-liability state. That means dog owners are liable when their pet bites someone except under specific circumstances....
How do you prove negligence in an auto accident case?
On Behalf of Sheffy, DeNigris, Grey & Bedard, LLP | Feb 27, 2023 | Car Accidents
When you suffer bodily harm or property damage in a car accident, you have the right to seek compensation for your losses. However, as the party filing the claim, you are responsible for proving the other person's negligence. The components of negligence Proving...
Steps to take after a dog bite
On Behalf of Sheffy, DeNigris, Grey & Bedard, LLP | Jan 13, 2023 | Dog Bites
A dog bite can be a scary and stressful event. You might experience pain, loss of function and medical complications. Fortunately, there are actions you take that can help you deal with the aftermath. Seek medical care After a dog bite, you can use warm water and mild...
What are the top 3 slip and fall hazards?
On Behalf of Sheffy, DeNigris, Grey & Bedard, LLP | Dec 13, 2022 | Personal Injury
Whether you take a leisurely walk down the city sidewalks or stroll through the aisles of your favorite store, slip-and-fall accidents can happen anywhere. When they do, you can receive permanent injuries. Preventing these accidents may be easier when you know where...
Mental health damage from a car accident
On Behalf of Sheffy, DeNigris, Grey & Bedard, LLP | Nov 11, 2022 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury
People do not always consider car accidents traumatic events, but there is the potential for significant psychological impact following a car wreck. While the physical body may not have visible scarring or deep wounds, the mind is different. Traumatic memories may...
Health impacts of severe burns
On Behalf of Sheffy, DeNigris, Grey & Bedard, LLP | Oct 19, 2022 | Personal Injury
People can acquire burns through house fires, workplace accidents and automobile accidents, among other things. As with any injury, getting prompt treatment for burns helps ensure that the patient recovers as well as they possibly can. There are both long-term and...
How comparative negligence affects your compensation
On Behalf of Sheffy, DeNigris, Grey & Bedard, LLP | Oct 11, 2022 | Car Accidents, Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident
You probably want to receive compensation if you suffered an injury or property damage after a motor vehicle accident. However, Connecticut utilizes a modified comparative negligence law that might affect how much you receive for your injuries. According to...
3 errors to avoid after a pedestrian accident
On Behalf of Sheffy, DeNigris, Grey & Bedard, LLP | Sep 17, 2022 | Pedestrian Accidents
A pedestrian accident is one of the scariest incidents you can go through. Unfortunately, in recent years the danger for pedestrians has increased. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian fatality rates increased in 2020 and 2021. If you...
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