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On Behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, 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...
On Behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Aug 12, 2022 | Personal Injury
Having a car accident is a traumatic experience. You should get immediate medical attention to assess any possible injuries. After medical treatment, you may miss some work time. You will want to get compensated for your injuries and lost wages to pay your bills. You...
On Behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Jul 30, 2022 | Personal Injury
Vulnerable users have legal protections on Connecticut roads. According to Senate Bill No. 336 Public Act No. 14-31, a person who does not demonstrate reasonable care and injures or causes the death of a vulnerable user faces up to a $1,000 fine in addition to other...
On Behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Jul 6, 2022 | Personal Injury
The laws surrounding the safe operation of a motor vehicle vary depending on which state you are driving in. The same is true for vehicle accidents, as laws to do with accidents depend on which state you are a resident of and which state the motor vehicle accident...
On Behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | May 15, 2022 | Car Accidents
Car accidents can result in devastating physical, emotional, and financial damages. When the cause of your accident is someone's carelessness, you have the right to file a claim or lawsuit for compensatory damages. Economic damages Economic damages are those losses...
On Behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Mar 17, 2022 | Car Accidents, Truck Accidents
The effort to decrease car accident injuries is one that is ever ongoing. Authorities utilize education, road maintenance and even legislation to curb the number of vehicle-related fatalities that occur each year. Connecticut lawmakers attempt to do their part for...
On Behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Feb 7, 2022 | Car Accidents
Auto accidents can happen with little to no warning. Despite how surprised you may be about your accident, you may also be surprised about some of the laws surrounding these accidents. Knowing about the laws related to your accident can improve the outcome of your...
On Behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Jan 11, 2022 | Personal Injury
As of October 1, 2021, Connecticut law now provides further protections to pedestrians when interacting with motor vehicles. Specifically, the new pedestrian safety amendment expands the conditions under which drivers must yield to walkers, bicyclists, skateboarders,...
On Behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Nov 18, 2021 | Personal Injury
Individuals often fear a serious accident due to the potentially life-changing consequences of a catastrophic injury. A motor vehicle collision with traumatic brain injuries, for example, or a slip-and-fall accident with multiple fractures can dramatically impact an...
On Behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Nov 11, 2021 | Pedestrian Accidents
Because of the size difference between pedestrians and motor vehicles, walkers and joggers often suffer catastrophic injuries when cars, trucks and SUVs collide with them. Sadly, in 2019 alone, more than 6,000 pedestrians also died in traffic accidents in the U.S. To...