On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 30, 2014 | Car Accidents
Car accidents happen every day in Connecticut just like elsewhere in the United States. Each year, more than two million people are treated for injuries from car accidents across the country. The causes of car accidents vary but include drunken driving, distracted...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 30, 2014 | Car Accidents
Welcome back. In the first post, we began discussing tips on what to do and what not to do following a car accident in Connecticut. While we will all be involved in at least one car accident in our lives, the truth is that many of us aren’t sure of the steps...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 30, 2014 | Medical Malpractice
Medical errors are frequent occurrences in Connecticut and around the country. Unfortunately, poor medical care that results in serious personal injury or death can and does occur in all forms of medicine and nursing. Any lawsuit that seeks damages because of...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 28, 2014 | Car Accidents
We have all been driving down the road and seen damaged vehicles on the shoulder with distraught drivers standing nearby. However, the truth is that many of us have no idea what to do or what not to do in this situation.Additionally, after being involved in a car...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 28, 2014 | Medical Malpractice
Every year, thousands of medical malpractice lawsuits are filed in the United States, including in Connecticut. Medical malpractice is considered to be any action that deviates from the standard practice of care and results in injury to a patient. To prove medical...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 23, 2014 | Car Accidents
The trauma of an auto accident is probably familiar to most New Haven, Connecticut residents, although possibly not through first-hand experience. No matter what the circumstances of the car crash, the first concern is for the physical well-being of the drivers, given...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 23, 2014 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
A Connecticut driver may be following another vehicle far too closely if he or she would not be able to avoid a collision if the other driver brakes suddenly or is stopped. The driver should provide enough stopping time between motor vehicles in order to avoid a...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 22, 2014 | Car Accidents
While Connecticut law requires all motorists to carry liability car insurance, there are unfortunately many drivers who do not follow the law. Of course, just your luck, you happen to be involved in an accident with one of them.Getting to an accident with an uninsured...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 21, 2014 | Medical Malpractice
Today, it is possible for Americans who are about to go through a medical procedure to first study their options and make a conscious choice. Also, whether in New Haven, Connecticut, or elsewhere, doctors are aware that patients today are better informed than ever,...
On behalf of Kennedy, Johnson, Schwab & Roberge, L.L.C. | May 20, 2014 | Car Accidents
Connecticut law enforcement has joined a nationwide effort to encourage motorists to wear their seatbelts. The well-established “Click it or Ticket” campaign will be in full force from now until June 1 and could result in an expensive fine for Connecticut...
