On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Feb 28, 2014 | Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents
In the first part of this post, we began discussing the issue of older drivers.As we noted, the concern about a demographic time-bomb of older drivers creating a constant “gray menace” on the roads has been to some extent alleviated. Cars are more...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Feb 28, 2014 | Medical Malpractice
Just hours after a heavyweight boxer fought in a match at New York’s Madison Square Garden, he went into a coma. The boxer’s family is planning to file a $100 million lawsuit directed against the New York State athletic commission, claiming the boxer was a...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Feb 28, 2014 | Brain Injury
Many safety experts recommend the use of helmets to protect a person’s head from injuries. In the middle of the heated topic of football-related brain injuries, a recent study revealed disturbing information regarding football helmets. This study may interest...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Feb 26, 2014 | Car Accidents
Does an aging national population mean there are likely to be more car accidents caused by older drivers?In this two-part post, we will discuss how that once-common view is matching up with current reality.Our point of departure will be a recent research study issued...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Feb 26, 2014 | Medical Malpractice
Legal claims against doctors and hospitals can arise from misdiagnoses, wrong-site surgeries and fatal medical errors. Now, improperly sterilized equipment can be added to the list.Some Connecticut residents know that Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease is a neurological...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Feb 21, 2014 | Car Accidents
Legalization of marijuana is a hot topic of debate in several states considering such a proposal. While some pro-marijuana advocates stress that legalizing marijuana could be good for the U.S. economy, the negative impact of marijuana legalization remains a concern....
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Feb 19, 2014 | Brain Injury
The number of people suffering from traumatic brain injury each year continues to rise, fueling the motivation and dedication of many New Haven, Connecticut doctors to treat brain injury. A recent announcement outlined a new treatment method, which might improve...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Feb 19, 2014 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Traffic signals, speed limit signs and lights help direct the flow of traffic to provide direction and avoid accidents. Reckless and distracted driving in Connecticut and all throughout the U.S. is a frequent cause of car accidents and a major traffic violation. One...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Feb 18, 2014 | Car Accidents
Over the past few weeks, parts of the country have been slammed with winter storms. As a result, thousands of people have been working feverishly to keep the roadways clear. Unfortunately, the weather and large vehicles with snow plows have the potential of causing...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | Feb 16, 2014 | Car Accidents
Roadways are not just for motor vehicles. The roads are frequently shared with cyclists and pedestrians. No matter the mode of transportation, everyone must strive to ensure the safety of others. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death, such as in a...
