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How Long Does a Slip and Fall Settlement Take in Connecticut? [2026]

How Long Does a Slip and Fall Settlement Take in Connecticut? [2026]
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Last Modified on May 19, 2026
A slip and fall settlement in Connecticut generally takes from a few months to several years to resolve, though some cases can last longer. The timeframe depends on a case’s complexity, the injury’s severity, the availability of evidence, and the

Sidewalk Slip and Fall: Who Is Liable?

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Last Modified on May 19, 2026

If you get injured in a slip and fall accident that takes place on a sidewalk in Connecticut, you may be able to recover financial compensation for your medical bills and other related expenses. However, you or your slip and

What Are Long-Term Injuries From a Slip and Fall Accident?

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Last Modified on May 19, 2026

Many people hear ‘slip and fall’ and picture minor injuries, such as bumps and bruises. They underestimate the severe harm that a slip and fall accident can cause under the wrong circumstances. In reality, many victims suffer long-term and catastrophic …

Property Owner Liability After Slip and Fall

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

Slip, trip and fall accidents can cause serious and even life-changing injuries. If you believe that your recent slip and fall accident in Connecticut was caused by a defect or hazard on the property, you may have grounds to hold …

How to Prepare for the Snow in Connecticut

How to Prepare for the Snow in Connecticut
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Last Modified on Aug 29, 2025

By Attorneys Charles P. Reed and Dorothy J. Diaz-Hennessey of Loughlin FitzGerald, P.C.

As Northeasterners, Connecticut residents don’t fear a little snow. You probably know to plan ahead for the inevitable snow and ice storms. With each winter storm comes …

Why seniors shouldn’t hesitate to consider a slip-and-fall case

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

Senior citizens are typically more likely to suffer slip-and-fall accidents than younger people. As we age, our balance and mobility often decline. The rate and amount of decline vary considerably from one person to the next. People’s eyesight deteriorates, making …

What causes asphalt to deteriorate?

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

The parking lot of your local shopping center in Connecticut can be hazardous to you once you exit your vehicle. Parking lots are common sites of slip-and-fall accidents. Sometimes the cause is pavement that becomes wet and slippery due to …

What Are the Four Types of Falls?

What Are the Four Types of Falls?
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Last Modified on May 19, 2026
The four types of falls are slip and fall, stump and fall, step and fall, and trip and fall. A slip and fall occurs when your foot loses secure contact with the floor due to stepping on something slippery, while

Are icy roads the only slip and fall risk?

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Last Modified on Mar 07, 2025

Connecticut residents like you often have to deal with slippery footing in the winter due to the ice and snow. However, just because it is almost summer doesn’t mean there are no slipping or tripping hazards out there. Today we …

Who pays for medical bills after a fall?

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Last Modified on Apr 06, 2025

Connecticut property owners have an obligation to keep you and the rest of the citizens of the state safe from preventable injuries. However, what constitutes dangerous property conditions or poor maintenance might be subject to some discussion.

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