On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Oct 31, 2012 | Car Accidents
Immediately after an accident, it is important to secure the scene to prevent additional injuries or fatalities. Electrocution, explosions, fires, blown airbags and other reactions caused by a compromised vehicle can seriously injure roadside assistance crews,...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Oct 30, 2012 | Medical Malpractice
In a recent study of the states with the highest average medical liability payments in surgical malpractice claims, Connecticut ranked near the top, with the second-highest average settlement amounts and jury awards out of all 50 U.S. states. The only state to place...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Oct 27, 2012 | Medical Malpractice
A new study has found that the majority of medical malpractice claims that are filed in New Haven and across the country are ultimately dropped by the plaintiffs before ever making it to court. Researchers say that most of the plaintiffs who abandon their claims...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Oct 24, 2012 | Wrongful Death
Energy drinks have replaced soda in the marketplace and sales rose 17% last year. Energy drinks are becoming more and more popular in Connecticut and nationwide; however, they have also been under scrutiny since being linked to an increased risk of heart-attack....
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Oct 23, 2012 | Car Accidents
Distracted driving is becoming a leading cause of car accidents in New Haven, Connecticut and nationwide. While drivers may recognize handheld devices, cellphones, and iPods as a distraction, they may not consider the unforeseen dangers of driving with a lapdog....
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Oct 21, 2012 | Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can severely reduce capacity, affect mood, cause depression, alter personalities, impact memory and cause a range of other symptoms related to brain function. A recent report indicates that the use of fish oil may help to improve...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Oct 19, 2012 | Uncategorized
In a recent study on the frequency and effects of post-operative errors, researchers uncovered some startling information. Not only does such surgical malpractice occur, but it is actually fairly common. What is most unsettling, however, is the fact that post-surgical...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Oct 14, 2012 | Wrongful Death
When negligence causes harm or accidental death, an individual or entity could be held liable for personal injury. Earlier this month, a Connecticut family announced that they filed a wrongful death claim after their son, a basketball player from West Haven,...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Oct 11, 2012 | Car Accidents
Increasingly, law enforcement officials are pursuing criminal charges against negligent drivers who cause serious and fatal accidents while in violation of traffic laws or using a cell phone. A Connecticut teen is being criminal charged nearly a year after a...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Oct 11, 2012 | Patient Safety
The United Kingdom celebrates Safer Surgery Week in September each year. National Patient Safety First Week was celebrated for the fourth year last month. The campaign started in June 2008 to ensure no avoidable deaths occur, no harm to patients occurs that can be...
