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This Motor Vehicle Accident Secret Could Ruin You Financially

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you are like me, you have purchased significant limits of liability on all of your motor vehicles. I have also purchased multiple millions of dollars worth of excess liability coverage in the event that I cause an accident and the injuries and damages are quite significant. You might be surprised to learn how inexpensive all this additional coverage is to purchase. I want to make sure that I have significant insurance coverage to the extent that I, or any one operating my motor vehicle, causes an accident where somebody is seriously injured or, in the worst possible case, dies.

Connecticut Carnival Ride Injuries and What You Need To Do

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

This is the time of the year that many people in Connecticut will go on rides at amusement parks, at local carnivals and festivals, and water parks. If you or someone you love has been injured on any CT amusement park ride, carnival ride, festival, or waterpark then you may be entitled to recover money damages from the owner, operator, sponsor, manufacturer of the rides, or other individuals. It is extremely important that you contact an experienced Connecticut personal injury lawyer at the earliest possible moment so that the facts of your case can be investigated and that all of the proper notices are sent out.

The Perfect Time To Speak With Your High School Graduate

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

Many families across the country will be celebrating their teenager’s high school graduation. It is a very exciting point in the life of our children which is celebrated in a variety of different ways. Unfortunately, many of these celebrations will have very tragic consequences so it is very important that parents speak with their high school graduates about the many dangers that can occur as a result of exercising poor judgment. Consider the following, a recent report indicated that more than 1.2 million young people have engaged in binge drinking, almost half a million young people have an alcohol use disorder and sadly more than 1,300 young people die in alcohol related motor vehicle accidents each year. It is therefore critically important that these young adults are made aware of what is acceptable and unacceptable behavior.

Tire Safety & Accident Prevention Tips

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

Each year, The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that faulty tires are responsible for nearly 8,000 motor vehicle accidents. The NHTSA also reports that blown out tires make up the majority of the debris found on the side of roadways. With these figures in mind, it is important to maintain your vehicle by making sure that your tires are properly inflated and have the proper tread depth.

Child Dog Bite Injuries & How to Prevent Them

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

With the weather getting warmer, many of us will start to venture outside to take advantage of the gorgeous springtime weather. During this season, many dog owners will also take their pets out for walks, and some will allow their dogs to roam free through parks and other public locations. To help prevent dog bite injuries, it is important for parents to teach their children how to act when they are around dogs. Below, we give you a few tips that can help you keep your child safe around dogs.

Ways to Prevent Motorcycle Accidents in Connecticut

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

The weather in Connecticut is starting to warm up and motorcycle riders are looking forward to using the roadways more frequently. Unfortunately, as more and more people begin to their ride motorcycles, the number of accident cases in Connecticut will begin to rise as well. As a former motorcycle rider, and someone who is been hit by a car while riding, I know all too well about the dangers that confront motorcyclists. Below, I explain what you can do to prevent a motorcycle accident.

Connecticut Crosswalk Accidents

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

In one recent year, more than 50 people died, in CT pedestrian accidents, after being struck by a motor vehicle. Researchers indicate that this number could be higher because when a pedestrian is taken from the scene of an accident in an ambulance and later dies at the hospital from their injuries police departments might not always be advised of this fact.

Child dog bite injuries and how to prevent them

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

As the weather gets warmer, many of us will begin to venture outside to take advantage the long-awaited spring. Many dog owners will also take their pets out for walks and some will allow them to roam free while walking through parks and other public locations. It is important for parents to share information with their children on how to act when they are around dogs so as to help prevent dog bite injuries.

What You Need to Know If You Are Going to Testify Under Oath

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you have been involved in an accident or received some type of injury, and your Connecticut injury lawyer is not able to resolve your case without putting it into suit, then chances are you will have to give sworn testimony under oath. We always tell our clients, no matter how well prepared you are, it is impossible to predict what will happen when you give sworn testimony under oath.

How to Get More Money for Your Loss of Income Claim after Your Connecticut Accident

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

One of the many elements of your personal injury case is the amount of income that you lose as a result of the negligence of another who caused your Connecticut accident. The calculation of your loss of income can either be very straightforward and easy or extremely complicated so it is a good idea to follow at least the following suggestions:

Injured in a Connecticut Slip & Fall Accident Involving Snow and Ice? Then You Must Know This!

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you slip and fall in on a property that involves snow or ice then many people think that the landlord or person in control of the property is automatically liable. The fact of the matter is that there are a great number of issues and potential complications in any case that involves slipping on snow and ice in Connecticut. If you have been seriously injured as a result of falling on a slippery or icy walkway then it is incredibly important that you contact an experienced Connecticut slip and fall lawyer at the earliest possible moment. These injuries can occur on walkways, sidewalks, parking lots, stairs, or other areas in shopping centers, store parking lots, malls, commercial properties, stores, private residences, condominium properties, apartment complexes, multifamily houses, or a variety of other types of properties.

Attorney Richard P. Hastings Named a Platinum Client Champion

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

Our firm, Hastings, Cohan & Walsh, LLP, is thrilled to announce our partner, Attorney Richard P. Hastings, has been named a Platinum Client Champion by Martindale-Hubbell. This incredible distinction is the highest designation for client satisfaction. Not only was Attorney Hastings selected for this award, he also received the Peer Rated Award for the Highest Level of Professional Excellence, which is an AV Preeminent designation.

What To Do After Being Hit from Behind and Seriously Injured in a CT Car Accident

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

Last weekend we experienced the first snowstorm of the season in Connecticut. Our office was contacted by two individuals who were involved in a serious car accident after being rear-ended by another vehicle. The car was so badly damaged that it was towed from the scene of the accident to the body shop. Both individuals were transported by ambulance to a local hospital. These CT car accident victims were experiencing significant problems, serious pain and were very concerned about what steps they should be taking to properly protect their interests. I then went on to tell them what immediate steps they should be taking, what they should be doing to properly memorialize what happened and how to get better quicker.

Understanding the Causes of Car v. Bicycle Accidents

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

In 2015, there were almost half a million bicycle related accident injuries and more than 1,000 bicyclists died in accidents per The Center for Disease Control. Connecticut bicycle accidents happen far too frequently and occur on winding backcountry roads, on main streets in small towns, on busy thoroughfares in large cities, in parks, and in a variety of other locations. Accidents between a motor vehicle and a bicyclist create obvious problems, injuries and damages as a result of the great difference between the weight of a car and that of a person on a bicycle.

Collecting Money Damages in a Connecticut Car Accident Involving a Minor Impact

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

One very difficult type of Connecticut car accident case is one that involves a minor impact. A minor impact case is one in which there is little visible damage to the motor vehicle and the repair estimate is relatively minor. Insurance companies love to show that because there was little to no damage to a motor vehicle and because the damage estimate is low then the person inside the motor vehicle could not have been injured that badly or perhaps not even injured at all. These cases present problems for Connecticut car accident lawyers in that it is sometimes difficult to connect the injuries and damages suffered by the accident victim to the minor impact of the car accident.

How to Collect Money Damages if Injured by a Drunk Driver in Connecticut

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

f you have been injured by a drunk driver in Connecticut then you have a number of ways that you can go about collecting money damages for your injuries and damages. First and foremost, it is very important that you contact an experienced Connecticut injury lawyer to assist you in your case. Assuming the individual that caused your injuries has been arrested for drunk driving then that person’s case will proceed through the criminal court system. Your attorney can file an appearance with the Court, on behalf of you the victim, so that you can be made a part of the process as the case proceeds.

Connecticut Halloween Accidents and What To Do

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

In less than a week, tens of thousands of children and teens will take to the streets for Halloween. Unfortunately, some of these children will be injured, some seriously, as a result of the negligence of someone else. In Connecticut, a personal injury action can be instituted against someone who causes injuries to another for a number of different reasons which would include negligent behavior, reckless behavior, criminal conduct or under some other theory such as strict liability. If your child has been injured, as a result of the fault of another, then you should consult with experienced Connecticut personal injury lawyer at the earliest possible moment.

One Mistake Could Cost You Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars After You’ve Been Injured in a Car Accident!

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

Connecticut car accident attorneys, we see far too many situations where we are contacted by the family of someone who was seriously injured in a car accident and in the hospital. Their condition may require surgery and a transfer to a rehabilitative care facility which does not allow them to work for a significant period of time. Depending on the injury, they are required to seek medical care from multiple doctors and undergo an extended period of convalescence. This is extremely difficult for the individual. There is also a possibility that he/she may be permanently injured which will affect them for the rest of their lives. This involves having significant past and future medical bills and lost income. The liability in this case is clear that the other party caused their accident. The injured party’s case could be worth hundreds or thousands of dollars. So what is the big mistake that could literally end up costing you hundreds of thousands of dollars after you have been injured in a Connecticut car accident?

Three Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Connecticut Accident Cases

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you have been seriously injured in some type of Connecticut accident then you can visit a number of websites for Connecticut personal lawyers and find a section entitled FAQ’s or frequently asked questions. Many times an injured victim will not even know what questions to ask so it is important for someone injured in a Connecticut accident to understand about FAQ’s or should ask questions. So what are 3 important FAQ’s for Connecticut accident victims?

Headlight Laws & Poor Visibility in CT

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

Each year in the United States more than five and a half million motor vehicle accidents occur. Approximately one million of those accidents happen as a result of poor visibility or adverse weather. Driving in bad weather and experiencing poor visibility greatly increases the chances of your being involved in a serious motor vehicle accident. A great number of Connecticut automobile accident cases happen during snowstorms, while it is raining or misting out, and during the time immediately before sunset and after sunrise. Some of these car and truck accidents occur because there is decreased visibility making it harder to see oncoming motor vehicles. There is one way that you can help to prevent these types of Connecticut car accident cases by making your vehicle easier to see in adverse weather conditions or in situations where there is reduced light.

How Do You Find the Best Stamford Car Accident Attorney?

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you have been seriously injured in a Stamford car accident then you will probably be looking to hire the best Stamford car accident attorney. So how does one go about finding the best Stamford car accident attorney? The answer is there is no such thing as the best Stamford car accident lawyer. Connecticut lawyers are precluded by virtue of the rules of professional conduct from making a claim that they are the best car accident lawyer. If you find someone that represents that they are the best Connecticut car accident lawyer then you might want to reconsider hiring that attorney. So what are some of the things that you would look for before hiring a highly regarded car accident lawyer?

3 Major Causes of Connecticut Car Accidents

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

Connecticut car accidents happen far too frequently. These accidents involve carsmotorcyclestrucks, buses and can create significant injuries of a lifelong nature and, in the most serious cases, result in the death of one, or more, of the people involved. There are three major causes of Connecticut car accidents which are certainly avoidable and if you are made aware of these types of accidents and what you can do to prevent one then you can greatly reduce the risk of your being involved in one of them. The sad reality is even if you do everything that you should be doing while operating a motor vehicle there are many people that either ignore the rules of the road or engage in reckless conduct that could lead to a very serious motor vehicle accident.

What Should You Do After a Connecticut Slip and Fall Accident?

Posted by HCW Law | Nov 24, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you have been injured in a Connecticut slip and fall case then there are number of things that you need to be doing right away to properly document the facts of your case, establish liability and help to increase the value of your accident case. I was recently in a local grocery store when I slipped on a liquid substance that was on the floor. I was able to hold on to my shopping cart and did not fall to the ground but twisted my back. I immediately went over to the cashier and indicated that I had just slipped on a substance located on the floor and that somebody should clean it up right away before somebody else was injured. I then knew there were a number of things that I had to do to properly document what happened.

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