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Load Shift Accidents: The Overlooked Cause of Many Connecticut Trucking IncidentsJanuary 24, 2026 - 7:35 amYou are driving down I-84 near Waterbury, maintaining a safe distance from the tractor-trailer in the right lane. The road curves slightly, a maneuver that should be routine. Suddenly, the trailer begins to sway violently. The wheels lift off the pavement, and before you can react, the massive vehicle tips over, sliding across multiple lanes. […]
When to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Attorney
/by mattMany workers will need to or can benefit greatly from hiring a workers’ compensation attorney. The following are some examples of when you need to hire a workers’ compensation attorney: WHEN YOUR CLAIM IS DENIED Insurance companies deny workers’ compensation claims for a variety of reasons. For example, the insurance company might claim that your […]
A Notice About Healthcare Deductibles for COVID-19 Treatment
/by mattDear Clients, Many health insurance companies have announced that they will waive deductibles for medical treatment related to the COVID-19 virus. This waiver applies to all individuals who have contracted COVID-19 and is not limited to individuals who have contracted the virus through work activities. If you have contracted COVID-19 and have incurred out-of-pocket medical […]
COVID-19 as a Workers’ Compensation Injury
/by mattWhile some workers are able to work from home, there are many who must continue to work outside of the home during the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. This includes workers from multiple disciplines such as healthcare, delivery, utilities, and too many others to name. With this work comes the inherent risk of exposure to […]
The Importance of Uninsured and Underinsured Insurance
/by mattUM (uninsured) auto insurance protects you after a Motor Vehicle Accident when the at fault driver does not have insurance. UIM (under insured) protects you when the at fault driver has insurance, but not enough insurance to cover all damages (medical bills, lost wages, pain & suffering, etc). You expect the at fault driver to […]
INVISIBLE INJURIES: Mental Health Claims in Workers’ Compensation
/by mattThe phrase “Workers’ Compensation injury” traditionally invokes images of sprained backs and carpel tunnel injuries. While physical injuries such as these may be some of the most commonly occurring types of injuries sustained by workers, they are not the only type of injury that may be covered by a Workers’ Compensation claim. In Connecticut, psychiatric […]