The Dangerous Combination That Leads To More Autumn Accidents
The fall is a beautiful time of the year in Connecticut. There is however a dangerous combination of events that occurs during this time of the year that leads to more accidents.
The fall is a beautiful time of the year in Connecticut. There is however a dangerous combination of events that occurs during this time of the year that leads to more accidents.
Our latest video in our series How Can We… Help, tells you what we recommend our clients do when they go to see their doctor. This suggestion is quite useful because it serves two purposes: first and foremost, it will provide you with an opportunity to get better quicker; and it can increase the...
Autumn is officially upon us. In New England, the fall and winter seasons can be quite beautiful but can also pose a number of weather-related hazards.
Many injured individuals wonder what type of doctors they should be seeing after an accident. In most situations, you will have been seen at the hospital emergency room directly after the accident and you will be experiencing additional pain and discomfort in the days that follow.
I was contacted by three separate potential clients this week inquiring about their personal injury cases. Sadly, each one of these individuals was unaware of the huge problem that they had created for themselves.
Our latest video in our series How Can We… Help, tells you how to avoid one of the biggest mistakes you can make after you been injured in some type of accident. You might literally be amazed at how quickly you receive a telephone call from the insurance adjuster representing the person that c...
There are a number of factors, during this time of the year, that can contribute to an increase in accidents. Learn how you can avoid them in our blog post.
Our personal injury attorney tells you how you can get better medical care, medical attention, and add value to your case while at the hospital emergency room.
If you are involved in any type of rideshare accident, there can be a number of complicated issues regarding fault, causation, damages, pre-existing medical problems, over treatment of one's claimed injuries, and insurance coverage issues.
After an accident, there are a few steps you can make to ensure that your case has more value. Connecticut attorney Richard Hastings explains them in our latest blog.
What would happen if somebody was seriously injured by a golf ball? Here are five situations where there might be insurance coverage to compensate you for your injuries and damages.
Perhaps one of the most stressful parts about being involved in some type of litigation matter is having to testify under oath. The following list attempts to cover some of the general guidelines you should follow when giving sworn testimony:
Many of these causes of death might surprise you but given the fact that they occur thousands of times each year, it might be important to consider how these situations might be more dangerous than you might otherwise think.
The warm summer weather brings most of us outdoors to engage in a number of pastimes and recreational activities. Due to the fact that the days are longer and many people are more active than they might otherwise be in the colder months more visits to urgent care centers and hospital emergency ro...
A recent study found that empty roads may actually be more dangerous.
How much insurance coverage you have is a very important consideration. You might be shocked to find out how little it could cost you to add additional coverage. One of the most valuable types of insurance coverage you can purchase is uninsured or UM and underinsured motorist coverage or UIM.
We were just contacted by a gentleman who sustained serious personal injuries and wanted us to represent him. Unfortunately, we were unable to assist him because he made a number of fatal mistakes in handling his own case prior to coming into our office.
You have been injured through the fault of another. This five-step guide will help put you on the road to recovery both physically and financially.
This is an easy question with a somewhat complicated answer. Most people think that the at-fault party's insurance company will pay their medical bills as they receive care and treatment but unfortunately, this is not the case.
Occasionally, we are not contacted until days or even weeks after the individual has been injured. In certain cases, these individuals have done a number of things that have greatly harmed or even have destroyed their case.
In order to prevail and collect money damages in a negligence case, you must prove four elements. Each one of the elements must be proven and if you cannot prove all four, then you may not be able to recover any money damages whatsoever.
Most, if not all, people have a multitude of great questions after they have been injured. This is the most important thing you need to know after you been involved in an accident in Connecticut...
We have all heard the expression "if you see something say something" or have seen it on signage across the state. Perhaps we should extend that practice to anything that we observe that can be a health or safety risk.
COVID-19 or the coronavirus pandemic has greatly disrupted our day-to-day lives in so many different ways. Although we want all of our family, friends, neighbors, and community members to stay safe during these difficult times, many people are unfortunately still being injured in a variety of different types of accidents. We want you to know that we are here for you and are available to answer your questions.
One of the most frequently asked questions we are receiving from potential new clients is, "can I fire my old lawyer and hire you to represent me in my injury case?" The answer is that it really depends upon the situation and there are many factors to consider.
When you choose Hastings, Cohan & Walsh, LLP 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.