Legal Articles, General Practice

Evasion of Responsibility Requires Parties to Stop and Render Assistance

Blog post describing the requirement to stop and help a driver you hit under the evasion of responsibility (aka hit and run) law in Connecticut.

Volunteer Firefighter Granted Immunity in Car Accident Lawsuit

Blog post on the liability of a volunteer firefighter chasing a man in a vehicle that was injured in a crash.

State Trooper Not liable in Decedent Hit-and-Run

Blog post on the liability of a state trooper involved in the hit and run death of a man she pulled over for speeding.

Hit-and-Run Not Limited to Public Highways, Says Court

Blog post describing the scope of "hit and run" laws in Connecticut.

Hotel’s Liability in Drunk Driving Accident Questioned Under Dram Shop Law

Blog post on the topic of a business' liability for car accidents under dram shop laws in Connecticut.

Injured Plaintiff Fails to Establish Statutory Recklessness

Blog post describing the requirements necessary to prove recklessness in a car accident case in Connecticut.

Allegations Against Truck Driver Establish Negligence, Nothing More

Blog post on the topic of the requirements in Connecticut to establish negligence and recklessness in car accident cases.

Court Maintains Recklessness Count In Truck's Rear End Collision

Blog post on a case where a truck driver was sued for recklessness.

Yacht Club's Recklessness Maintained in Cycling Accident Suit

Info on a case where a cyclist was able to sue a yacht club for injuries sustained while riding a bike provided by the club.

Court Denies Double Damages Despite Defendant's Inconsistancy

Blog post on a court denying an increase in damages owed to a plaintiff in a car accident case.

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