Bridgeport Personal Injury Law Blog
How can I tell if a dog is about to bite?
There is little doubt that dog is man's best friend, but there is always the possibility that a dog may bite. Even the most well-trained and typically friendly dog is still an animal and may be unpredictable. Fortunately, there are usually multiple signs that a dog is...
Preparing to share summer roads with RVs
For many families, summer means road trips in a recreational vehicle. If you find yourself suddenly driving alongside behemoth RVs, you know that their size can present certain challenges. You want to do everything you can to avoid accidents. Heightened awareness of...
Fewer cars on the road leads to more severe accidents
A reduction in traffic can often give drivers a sense of freedom. When there are fewer vehicles on the roadways, it makes for less congestion, more open roads and a chance for drivers to start breaking the law. CBS News explains that with fewer drivers on the road,...
Do you know these scooter safety tips for teens and adults?
Scooters make for a speedy way to get around Connecticut, but they are not without their dangers. What safety precautions do you take to avoid a personal injury? To help you remain unharmed while getting around town, note CNET's suggestions for scooter safety. The...
Benefits typically offered by workers’ compensation
Connecticut workers face many hurdles every day that can put their health at risk. In fact, workers may put themselves at risk without even realizing it. For example, repetitive stress injuries can affect anyone from any job. It only needs to involve repeated motion....
Teach kids bicycle safety from an early age
From weekend rides with the family to those first solo trips to a friend’s house or school, learning how to ride a bike is often a major rite of passage for both children and their parents. However, once your kids have mastered the physical aspect of cycling, it is...
What should you know about the new first responders’ workers’ compensation law?
If you work as a first responder in Connecticut, your ability to receive workers’ compensation just became easier. Governor Ned Lamont’s office explains that as of July 1. 2019, Connecticut’s new law allows you to file a workers’ compensation claim and receive...
Changes to Workers’ Compensation claims by the WCC
During this extraordinary time, the attorneys at Tremont Sheldon Robinson Mahoney are continuing to handle your Workers’ Compensation matters. There have been temporary changes to the way WC claims are handled by the WCC. In response to the ongoing Covid-19 health...
PTSD benefits for certain First Responders
A new law in Connecticut, which became effective on July 1, 2019, allows police officers, firefighters and parole officers to apply for certain workers’ compensation benefits if they are diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder after witnessing a distressing...
How long do I have to file a lawsuit after an accident?
After a car accident, you may not think about insurance and filing a claim right away. If you suffered injuries, then it may take even longer for you to get yourself together to start worrying about the details of the accident and handling any insurance needs. You may...
