On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 21, 2013 | Spinal Cord Injuries
Injuries happen daily in New Haven. From a mild bruise or bump to a sprained ankle, injuries are part of life. In contrast, sometimes injuries can become one’s life, especially with spinal cord injuries. Each year between four and five million people suffer from...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 16, 2013 | Medical Malpractice
The healthcare industry has continued to plague the wallets of many New Haven residents. High medical costs have been an ongoing issue for many Americans, but why are they so high? Some researchers have suggested that it is due to high payouts from medical malpractice...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 16, 2013 | Workplace Injuries
Folks in New Haven and around the state of Connecticut are keeping a close watch on state lawmakers as the fallout from the second deadliest school shooting in U.S. history still settles to earth.Indeed, the Newtown tragedy has among other things spawned a whole new...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 15, 2013 | Drunk Driving Accidents
Connecticut drivers understand that the act of driving involves an inherent level of risk. Automotive accidents can occur due to faulty or poorly maintained vehicles, driver inattention, excessive speed and a multitude of other factors. As responsible drivers, most of...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 14, 2013 | Car Accidents
Many New Haven residents know that a car can be harmless by itself, but when a negligent driver is behind the wheel, it can be as deadly as a gun. 4,000 pounds of metal at high speeds can cause menacing damage to both property and to a human. Factors such as...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 13, 2013 | Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents
When a tragic event takes place and lives are lost, the surviving friends and family often struggle to cope with their loss. This can be especially true in fatal accident cases in which justice is not immediately served. One Connecticut family may feel a measure of...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 8, 2013 | Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents
If you asked any parent what their worst nightmare is, chances are they would say the death of their child. While most Connecticut parents do all that they can to keep their children safe, it is impossible for them to protect their children at all times....
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 8, 2013 | Car Accidents
What many New Haven residents often take for granted is getting in the car with someone. Whether it is a family member, friend or new acquaintance, passengers trust their lives to another’s hands when it comes to driving. However, every day at least 3,500 people...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 8, 2013 | Medical Malpractice
Think about the last time you read or heard the term medical malpractice. If you read it in the news, it was likely related to proposed caps on medical malpractice awards to patients. Although patients who are injured by doctors deserve to be compensated for any...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 6, 2013 | Brain Injury
One of the most serious injuries a New Haven resident can sustain is a brain injury. With more than 3 million Americans nationwide suffering from traumatic brain injury, there are many who have to live with side effects for the rest of their lives. While no two brain...
