Slip-and-fall accidents in Connecticut are dangerous for anyone regardless of age. But when you get older, a slip-and-fall accident becomes less of an inconvenience and more of a major threat to your health and safety. With icy steps and slippery walkways, the winter...
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Can Connecticut cities pass breed-specific dog laws?
On behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Nov 19, 2020 | Personal Injury
Some dog breeds have a reputation for being aggressive. Over the years, pit bulls, rottweilers and Doberman pinschers have become banned by cities across the country because of their tendencies to attack people. However, in 2013, Connecticut lawmakers stopped cities...
Will these traffic-calming measures reduce car accidents?
On behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Nov 12, 2020 | Personal Injury
Connecticut officials have initiated a traffic-calming initiative with changes that are designed to reduce potential speeding offenses and reckless driving that often contribute to injury accidents. The calming measures mostly embrace two tactics to get better control...
Expansion of accident safety analysis tool receives new funding
On behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Oct 21, 2020 | Personal Injury
Safety on the highways is a priority for all government transportation safety agencies, and any measures they can take for improvement are seriously considered. States compile comprehensive statistics regarding highway accidents in a wide variety of applications...
Study shows mild brain injury progression can be detected early
On behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Jun 26, 2020 | Personal Injury
Catastrophic brain injuries are some of the worst medical issues accident victims face in rehabilitation. Post traumatic stress disorders can range from very serious neurological damage to relatively mild cases of impact trauma. Most brain injuries actually fall into...
The roads are speeding up
On behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Apr 21, 2020 | Car Accidents, Child Injury, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury
With most people at home right now, it is something of a surprise to see anyone doing much driving. Yet, the newly empty roads are offering people an old temptation: speed. According to a report from the New York Times, people now see the open roads as an opportunity...
Top 5 holiday driving tips
On behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Dec 17, 2019 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury
Although the holiday season is a time of joy, the winter months present many unique challenges for drivers due to colder weather conditions, increased traffic, and reduced daylight. Even if you do not plan on traveling a great distance this holiday season, you should...
What not to say to the insurance adjuster after a car accident
On behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Nov 14, 2019 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury
The aftermath of a car accident is nothing short of chaos. Amidst this chaos, you will make and receive several phone calls. One of the first calls you receive will come from the at-fault party’s insurance provider. Although the insurance adjuster might seem helpful,...
5 Motorcycle Safety Tips for the Spring Season
On behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Apr 10, 2019 | Car Accidents, Catastrophic Accidents, Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident, Firm News, Personal Injury
A cool spring day in Connecticut is a siren call to hardcore bikers and recreational riders alike. After months of wet weather and dreary snowfall, bikers are itching to dust off their helmets and plan a cruise across our state’s gorgeous coastal cities and rural...
Dog Attacks: Tips for Staying Safe in Spring
On behalf of Sheffy, Mazzaccaro, DePaolo & DeNigris, LLP | Apr 3, 2019 | Catastrophic Accidents, Child Injury, Firm News, Personal Injury
The Spring season is here, which means we can finally enjoy blossoming trees, budding flowers, and gorgeous weather. However, there are a few safety tips you need to review before scheduling a family picnic at the park. In the next few weeks, you’ll likely see...
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