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Understanding wrongful death in Connecticut

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

Death is a normal part of life indeed. However, there are many different types of situations that can result in the unnecessary loss of life. Too many people in Connecticut die every year due to the negligence of others. Medical …

What types of damages are awarded for wrongful death?

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

Many events can lead to the unexpected loss of a loved one. A fatal workplace accident and a deadly drunk driving car crash are just two examples of events that claim lives unnecessarily, leaving friends and family members to grieve. …

What is the difference between compensatory and punitive damages?

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

Losing a loved one in a sudden accident can be an incredibly difficult experience to endure, and knowing that his or her death could have been prevented can be even more traumatic. In addition to the emotional pain that you …

What should you know before filing a wrongful death lawsuit?

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

The death of a loved one is often a devastating experience for people in Connecticut, and elsewhere. These already difficult situations can be compounded when deaths are caused by the negligent, or intentional, actions of others. In these cases, the …

Parents of 25-year-old golf pro file wrongful death lawsuit against doctor

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

When Connecticut parents lose a child, they often do everything they can to find out the reasons for their loss. Unfortunately, this can be difficult and in some cases, the family members never understand the true reason for their child’s …

Victims of defective GM vehicles fighting for compensation

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

Although automobiles are the most common mode of transportation in Connecticut and the rest of the country, it is important for people to remember that they are large, heavy pieces of machinery that can be deadly. Unfortunately, some car manufacturers …

Family of drowned 14-year-old Manchester boy to receive $1.72 million

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

When Connecticut parents send their children to school, whether it’s elementary, middle or high school, they expect that the teachers and staff members will protect them from any possible harm. Unfortunately, distractions can sometimes keep teachers from paying attention to …

Distracted driving still causes thousands of car accidents each year

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Last Modified on Feb 05, 2026

Most Connecticut residents have some sort of mobile device that enables them to stay connected with their family, friends, and colleagues. While these devices can be tremendously useful, they can cause car accidents when people use them while they’re operating …

Following fatal Bridgeport accident, driver to spend five years in prison

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

Even though most Connecticut drivers are cautious and careful, some car accidents are unavoidable. However, when people fail to stop after an auto accident, the legal system often punishes them severely. Such reckless behavior can even lead to more collisions …

2 dogs rip off woman’s buttock and ear in vicious attack

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Last Modified on Mar 10, 2025

In New Have, and elsewhere, regardless of the breed of dog a pet owner has, they have a responsibility to ensure that their pet is properly socialized so it will not attack or that it is safely enclosed in their …

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