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August 2019

CT Workers’ Compensation: 5 Eye Injuries That Could Happen On The Job

When you think of a Connecticut workers’ compensation claim the first thing that comes to mind is not often eye injuries, but serious injuries can occur on the job that could impact your ability to see.  

Very often eye injuries can be prevented by using protective eyewear that keeps your vision clear while also preventing serious injury.  Additionally, eye injuries are not always limited to jobs that you might typically consider a hazard like mining or construction, workers at a desk job often find eye injuries to be common.

How Using A Board Certified Workers’ Compensation Attorney Can Help You

The state of Connecticut has no shortage of workers’ compensation attorneys who can help guide you through the often difficult waters of a claim.  However, there are a select few who have gone through the rigorous process of being board certified.

Board certified workers’ compensation attorneys must be able to demonstrate that a significant percentage of their practice is dedicated to workers’ compensation.  While non-board certified workers’ compensation attorneys do not have to show that level of specificity in their practice.

How One Becomes A Board Certified Workers’ Compensation Attorney And Why It Matters To You

There are many attorneys in the state of Connecticut that handle Connecticut workers’ compensation cases.  When you look to find out how many of those attorneys have been board certified the number drops dramatically.  In fact, in our state there are approximately 50 attorneys who have met the criteria to become board certified.

In order to get this certification, attorneys must go through six rigorous steps which include the following;

  • Have been a practicing attorney in the state for at least five years

100 Deadliest Days & Teen Driving

It is mid-August and we are near the tail end of the 100 deadliest days (the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day where teens are more often in fatal accidents). Astudy suggests that limiting teenage driving, or any driving for that matter, on Friday or Saturday nights can decrease the risk of a Connecticut auto accident where drunk driving was a factor.

Back To School Safety Tips From CT Injury Lawyers

Children across our state will be heading back to school in the coming weeks. It is important to speak with them about safety in getting to school as well as to take necessary precautions as a motorist. Sharing the road with school buses, pedestrians and bicyclists in imperative as school opens. From little ones with heavy backpacks to teen drivers with the new responsibility of a car, all children are at risk for injury during the school year and can benefit from these safety tips.

How To Deal With A Loose Dog When You’re Out & About

The weather is warm and everyone is out and about - including our canine friends! You’re out walking along – alone or taking your own dog for a walk – and you spot a stray or loose dog at a distance. A fight between both dogs could easily ensue – with you and your pet getting bit or injured in the process. Often, the confrontation comes on unexpectedly. The neighborhood is quiet, until you hear a dog barking and see it running out of an open door, escaping from the yard, or getting away from a distracted owner.

Why Do Work Accidents Occur?

Connecticut workers experience their fare share of accidents that lead to injury. In some cases, an accident is simply just an accident, in some cases an accident can be pinpointed to a reason why an accident occured. 

The following areas are some of the most common reasons work accidents can occur in dangerous industries like warehousing, construction, manufacturing, and others. 

Connecticut Worker’s Compensation Attorney: Know The Signs Of Heat Illness

As the dog days of summer progress, so does the mercury on the thermometer and heat-related illness. Outdoor workers are especially vulnerable as their job is quite physical. Each year people die from working in the heat and humidity. Employers are responsible for providing their employees with protection from safety hazards which includes protection from extreme heat. If your job requires work in the extreme heat your employer should have a heat illness prevention program.

CT Injury Lawyer: Avoiding Drowsy Driving

Driving drunk is something we all know is incredibly dangerous for ourselves and others who share the road. Programs like ridesharing and designated driving have been set up to curb drunk driving, but not as many for when people are tired. Drowsy driving causes delayed reaction times in a tired brain just as alcohol and intoxication do. Simply put, driving drowsy is just as dangerous as driving drunk. 

 

4 Signals That You Should Hire A CT Injury Lawyer

When you or a loved one has been injured, it is a troubling time. Not only are you focused on getting healthy and back to your normal activities, you also need to work with the insurance company. The insurance company, however, is not always cooperative in settling your claim. If you suffered any of the following accident types, you should consult a CT injury lawyer immediately.