Getting into a car accident is enough trauma for one person to deal with, but having to contend with the other party's lack of insurance only adds to the stress. Here's what you should do if you experience a motor vehicle collision with a person whose insurance does...
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What are the different types of workers’ compensation hearings?
In Connecticut, a third-party agency reviews workers’ compensation claims on behalf of the state-run program. When there is a dispute about a determination, there may be a hearing to resolve the contested issue. There are five basic types of workers’ compensation...
What to do after a hit and run
Drivers must legally stop after an accident, get aid and supply their information unless they are unable to do so, in which case they must report the accident immediately. Anyone who does not do so is guilty of a hit and run. Here’s what you should do if you are in an...
Understanding the Connecticut laws for teen drivers
Teen drivers in Connecticut are subject to learner's permit and driver's license restrictions. The state passed these laws to limit serious auto accidents involving teens with new licenses. Help your child become a safe driver by adhering to these restricted license...
3 possible treatment options for phantom pain
Amputation of a limb due to a work-related injury is relatively rare. In 2015, the Bureau of Labor Statistics published data collected the previous year in which there were a total of 4,900 work-related amputations reported. However, if you work in one of several...
Families may receive death benefits after a construction fatality
Connecticut workers' compensation law does not just protect construction workers injured on the job. There are also death benefits for family members of workers who lose their lives due to job-related injuries. These benefits are critical in this industry in...
Understanding the Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Act
Unless you are one of the fortunate few, you cannot afford to pay your bills for long without a paycheck. That makes the idea of getting hurt at work terrifying. Not only might you have no money coming in, you might also have medical expenses to cover. Fortunately,...
4 workers’ compensation mistakes to avoid
Like most of your friends and neighbors, you go to work every day to support yourself and provide for your family. While you do not mind working hard, you also do not want to get hurt on the job. As you probably know, though, workplace injuries and illnesses sometimes...
