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Insurance issues: A problem many ride sharers don’t think about

Firm News On Wednesday, January 23, 2019

Insurance liability can be complicated in a ridesharing accident. Uber and Lyft have insurance that covers injuries when their drivers are online.

When someone gets into a car accident in Connecticut, the person at fault for the accident foots the …

Bacterial infections after a dog bite

Dog Bites,Firm News On Friday, January 18, 2019

When a child sustains a dog bite, many Connecticut parents might worry about their child incurring a disease such as rabies. However, there are other infections children can get from animal bites. One of these is cellulitis and it is …

Follow these tips if you see a distracted driver

Car Accidents,Firm News On Friday, January 11, 2019

Approximately 25 percent of all motor vehicle accidents are directly attributable to the use of cellphones and other electronic devices. In fact, people who text and drive significantly increase their chances of becoming involved in a car accident. This means …

Crash of stolen car in Connecticut leaves 1 dead and others hurt

Firm News,Motor Vehicle Accidents On Tuesday, January 8, 2019

Two young men presumably stole a vehicle from New Britain, Connecticut, on Saturday. By Tuesday, one of the young men was dead and the other could be facing charges due to a collision with two other vehicles at a stoplight …

Who pays for a hit-and-run?

Firm News,Motor Vehicle Accidents On Friday, January 4, 2019

As a resident of Connecticut who has been hit by a driver who fled the scene, you may not know what to do next. Loughlin Fitzgerald, Attorneys at Law, are here to help you get back on your feet after …

What is the national minimum drinking age act?

Firm News,Social Host Liability On Wednesday, December 26, 2018

You probably already know that the legal drinking age in Connecticut is 21, and perhaps you know that the same limit applies in all 50 states. The federal regulation that set the minimum drinking age at 21 nationwide may be …

Winter weather advisories herald a season of slipping

Winter weather advisories herald a season of slipping

Firm News,Slip and Fall Accidents On Friday, December 21, 2018

Winter weather advisories herald a season of slipping
Connecticut residents know that as fall leaves and winter comes in, bad weather starts to creep in alongside it. Winter weather advisories herald a season of slipping, reminding everyone to take extra precautions during icy conditions. There can be …

Drive carefully during snowy January through March in Connecticut

Firm News On Friday, December 14, 2018

Driving in winter precipitation can be challenging. Residents of Connecticut must use extra care when traveling while snow blankets the ground. From January through March, this state sees snowfall averages of 9.3 inches to 12.3 inches per month with the …

Will my dog go to quarantine if it bites someone?

Dog Bites,Firm News On Tuesday, December 11, 2018

If your dog bites someone in Connecticut, it is a scary situation for everyone. You hold the liability for the accident. According to the Connecticut General Assembly, the victim does not have to prove you were negligent or that your …

The biggest hazards of parking lots in winter

Firm News,Slip and Fall Accidents On Friday, December 7, 2018

Connecticut winters can be unforgiving in terms of ice and snow. Between the chilly temperatures and the rush of people out and about getting their holiday shopping done, you should be aware of several of the biggest hazards that you …

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