CT Injury Lawyers Blog
July 22, 2021
When you’re driving along and a phone call comes in over the Bluetooth in your car, should you answer it? The short answer is no. Hands free features in cars may seem a lot safer than using your phone and taking your eyes off the road, but truth be told hands free features... Read more.
July 21, 2021
In a recent study, with results that will surprise few people, it was found that during the COVID-19 pandemic those employees who picked up additional responsibilities at work and/or were also providing caregiving for their children are now experiencing significantly higher rates of... Read more.
July 20, 2021
Recently in Waterbury a pedestrian was injured in a hit-and-run accident. The driver, who fled the scene, turned herself in days later to face charges of reckless driving, criminal attempt at first-degree manslaughter, and other serious charges. The victim was immediately... Read more.
July 19, 2021
One of the nation’s largest employers and a significant employer here in Connecticut is Amazon. The CEO of the company Jeff Bezos recently discussed the on-going issue that the company is facing due to a significant rise in workplace injuries at its warehouses. Now their... Read more.
July 15, 2021
The National Safety Council (NSC) has gathered data and put together a list of the top workplace hazards that are not roadway related. Some of the items on this list may surprise you, but all should be taken seriously and be addressed by employers to avoid unnecessary Connecticut... Read more.
July 14, 2021
According to the National Safety Council (NSC) the cost of workers going to work each year is approaching $150 billion annually. The cost in dollars is important for employers, but for workers the true cost is that working under the stress of being fatigued can cause you to make... Read more.
July 12, 2021
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, workers are returning to their jobs with increased mental distress. In fact, 40% of all Americans said they will be returning to their jobs with an increased level of mental stress. Employers will begin to discover that increased mental... Read more.
July 9, 2021
As the United States continues to battle out of the COVID-19 global pandemic and workers are returning to warehouses and offices, mental health is becoming an issue for workplace safety. In fact, 40% of all workers who are returning to the workforce say that they are facing some... Read more.
June 30, 2021
Drug-impaired driving is one of the deadliest things you can do in a car. Whether you’ve been out having a few drinks or took a prescription that is known to cause drowsiness you could be putting yourself at a significantly greater risk of a Connecticut auto accident. ... Read more.
June 28, 2021
This staggering statistic comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and should give us all pause as we think about how to stay safe in our day to day lives.
Whether you are on the road as a driver or walking throughout a neighborhood, you could be... Read more.
