Citizens of Connecticut are right to think that smartphones have changed the way we live. In fact, most people have a hard time putting their phones down even when a lapse in attention can be costly-such as when behind the wheel.Texting while driving is a habit that...
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Month: November 2013
Just in time for holidays, toy safety report released
As kids are getting their holiday toy lists ready, parents in Connecticut and around the country are trying to discern which toys are actually safe to purchase. The U.S. Public Interest Research Group provides safety guidelines for consumers when buying toys for small...
Man to get prison time after fatal car accident in Connecticut
Halloween is generally a fun holiday for most people. Small children dress up like their favorite characters, while adults use it as a time for parties to socialize with their friends. The vast majority of people have positive memories associated with the day....
Former players sue NFL and Riddell for brain injuries
Two more former football players have filed lawsuits against the National Football League, saying they were insufficiently informed about the risks of brain damage inherent in the sport. Riddell, one of the largest manufacturers of football helmets and the only...
Connecticut man enters no contest plea after fatal accident
There is a large percentage of drivers who have disobeyed the speed limit. At times, the speeding is a result of willful disobedience while at others it is a result of ignorance. Regardless of the reason, speeding can place many lives in jeopardy. One fatal accident...
Motorcyclists suffers severe injuries in Connecticut accident
There are many different type of vehicles on the road today. As technology improves and gas prices increase, the roadways are filled with alternatives to the traditional automobile. As a result, traditional motorists need to take extra measures in order to preserve...
Man causes car crash in Connecticut, killing 2 children
Automobile accidents cause injury and death in Connecticut and across the country on a daily basis. Too often, injuries and deaths in car accidents are caused by reckless driving.Connecticut Police said a man accused in a crash that killed two children had a blood...
Friends seek charges after DUI-related crash in Connecticut
In many cases, it is only human nature to want justice after a perceived wrong to one's self or friends and family members. However, in the case of a DUI-related crash, justice, in the form of criminal charges, may be a long time in coming as authorities carefully...
Toddler awarded $7.5M in birth injury settlement
In what may be described as a landmark case that New Haven, Connecticut, residents can learn from, a county board of supervisors agreed to settle a malpractice case involving birth injury. They awarded an 18-month-boy $7.5 million as payment for damages.According to...
Man faces charges after fatal car accident in Connecticut
No parent ever expects to outlive his or her children. Parents hope that their children live a happy and long life. Unfortunately, one family in Connecticut is now coping with the unexpected death of two children as a result of a fatal car accident. One man now faces...