Summer is a season of celebration—but also the deadliest season for impaired driving in Connecticut. With more people on the road for vacations, barbecues, and holidays like the 4th of July, the presence of alcohol sharply increases risks.
Summer break means teens are out of school—and more likely to be behind the wheel. But with that freedom comes serious risks. The time between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known as the “100 Deadliest Days” for teenage drivers.
As warm weather fills Connecticut’s roads with beachgoers, road-trippers, and festival seekers, the danger of distracted driving increases sharply. While April is officially Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the problem peaks during the busy summer months, when traffic volume surges and drivers are often less focused.
If you or a loved one has been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you need an experienced personal injury lawyer on your side. At our Connecticut personal injury law firm, we fight to protect your rights and recover the compensation you deserve.
The stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known as the “100 Deadliest Days” for teen drivers. In Connecticut, between 2020 and 2023, 38% of the 106 fatal crashes involving drivers aged 15–19 happened during this high-risk summer period.
As summer arrives in Connecticut, the risk of distracted driving incidents rises sharply. In 2022, the state recorded 5,318 crashes linked to distracted driving, leading to eight fatalities and over 787 injuries.
Distracted driving continues to pose a serious danger on Connecticut roads. In 2022, there were 5,318 crashes linked to distracted driving, resulting in eight fatalities and over 787 injuries—highlighting the growing urgency to address this issue.
Slip and fall accidents are one of the most common causes of injury in Connecticut. In 2023, the age-adjusted incidence rate for nonfatal falls reached 2,155.6 per 100,000 individuals—highlighting the widespread nature of these incidents.
Dog bites can cause serious physical injuries and long-lasting emotional trauma. In 2024, 36% of fatal dog bite attacks occurred off the owner’s property—a 44% increase compared to pre-COVID years, underscoring the growing concern around public safety.
Motorcycle accidents are becoming an increasingly serious issue in Connecticut. In 2023, the state saw 55 fatal motorcycle crashes, and by late June 2024, 32 motorcyclist deaths had already been reported—the highest mid-year total in five years.
A dog bite attack can be a traumatic event that results in serious injuries, such as deep lacerations, infections, and in severe cases, the need for reconstructive surgery. These medical needs can place a heavy financial burden on victims. Fortunately, under Connecticut law, the dog owner may be held liable for your damages.
Even if you were partially at fault for a Connecticut car accident, you may still be entitled to compensation—just not the full amount of your damages.
In Connecticut, your ability to recover compensation after a car accident, and the amount you may receive, depends on the relative fault of the parties involved. To maximize your recovery, you must prove the other party was primarily at fault.
When someone is injured in a car accident, slip and fall, or other incident in Connecticut, one of the first legal questions is: Who is at fault? Determining fault often involves identifying the negligent party, also known as the tortfeasor.
Most Connecticut victims of hit-and-run accidents assume that if the at-fault driver cannot be located, they are unable to recover compensation for their injuries—many of which may be serious or life-changing. However, there may be multiple sources of compensation available to you that could result in a substantial financial recovery.
Many insurance companies today use a computer software program called Colossus to evaluate personal injury claims. How Colossus works is intentionally kept secret—neither the insurance companies nor the software’s developer will disclose how baseline values are determined.
If you have suffered an injury due to an accident, animal attack, or medical malpractice in Connecticut, one of your first questions will likely be:
Being involved in a Waterbury, Connecticut car accident can impact your life in many ways. We are here to help so you can focus on your recovery while we handle the legal complexities of your case. Put our decades of aggressive, experienced representation to work for you.
If you have been injured in an accident, keeping detailed records of your medical expenses is crucial to ensuring you receive full compensation for your losses.
A Connecticut car accident can impact your life physically, emotionally, and financially. You may be wondering:
Being the victim of a hit-and-run accident can be a devastating experience. Many victims believe they have no way to recover compensation if the driver is never located, but this is not always the case.
An injured party who obtains compensatory damages may, under certain circumstances, be entitled to punitive damages. In Connecticut, punitive (or exemplary) damages require evidence of reckless indifference to the rights of others or an intentional and wanton violation of those rights. State statutes outline specific circumstances where punitive damages may be awarded.
Being involved in a Connecticut car accident can impact your life in many ways—physically, emotionally, and financially. Our goal is to help you focus on your recovery while we handle the legal complexities of your case. Put our decades of experience to work for you.
Surgical errors can occur during surgery as well as during post-operative care. Negligent surgeons may:
Understanding Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Claims
Due to the recent bout of bad weather, we have been contacted by a number of people asking about insurance claims issues. Typically, after getting a brief explanation as to what happened, I am asked, “Am I covered?”
When you choose HCW, LLP - Hastings, Cohan and Walsh you will receive the one-on-one attention and individualized support that you deserve. Our Connecticut personal injury attorneys will not treat you as just another case number nor will we hand your case off to a paralegal.
Unlike other law firms, we will personally handle each legal aspect of your case, walking with you every step of the way.
We aim to provide the highest quality representation possible. We have extensive experience and training in a variety of aspects of personal injury law. We obtain the knowledge and skill-set necessary to maximize your compensation.
