You’ve probably had the experience when the temperature dips down into the freezing mark that your tire pressure light comes on in your car.  It is true that air pressure in your tires decreases in the cold weather, but why?  Air compresses in lower temperatures, so...

Nobody wants to be labeled as a “problem” at work, so often workers let small, nagging injuries go without any medical attention or any report of the injury to superiors.  This can become a problem.   Let’s dispel the myth that you would be labeled as a “problem”...

If you’ve ever ventured out on the Connecticut roadways you know that there are certain spots that you want to try to avoid at all costs.  You’re not the only one that has noticed, in fact, a recent survey done nationwide found that six of the nation’s worst...

Buying a new car can be quite exciting.  Picking out the color and looking at all the possible bells and whistles it might have will pique anyone's interest.   Going to a car dealership and purchasing a new car also includes some important safety decisions that may...

There is a very short answer to this question, NO.  Employers are not allowed to fire an employee for filing a workers’ compensation claim.  However, not all employers follow this law and while they may try to get away with it, they are in violation of the law. That...

Another calendar year and even more technology is making its way into our cars and onto our roadways.  Some technologies are proving to make driving safer and give promise to help drivers avoid Connecticut auto accidents.  However, a recent study by AAA found that...

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) falls are the leading cause of death on construction sites.  In fact, in 2017 there were 366 fatal falls on construction sites.  These types of workplace injuries and too often deaths can be...

If you have filed a workers’ compensation claim it is against Connecticut state statute for your employer to discharge you or discriminate against you on the basis of your claim.  Exercising your rights to file a workers’ compensation claim is a protected right and...

When you’re at work there are unfortunately many ways that you can be injured and need to file a workers’ compensation claim.  The winter weather can exacerbate the chances of a workplace injury, so it’s important to know how these weather conditions can lead to an...

The shortest and simplest answer to this question is as soon as possible.  If you’ve been injured on the job and you’re planning to file a workers’ compensation claim, don’t wait.  The sooner you file the better off you’ll be. That being said, short and simple are not...