Legal Articles, Wrongful Death
Municipality Found Liable in Summer Camp Drowning
Blog about a municipality that was found liable for the death of a minor child who drowned on town property.
After Hours Access to Municipal Swimming Pool Preempts Immunity
Blog about a case where governmental immunity protection was denied for a town after a minor died in a municipal swimming pool after hours.
CT Court Upholds Judgment for Lifeguards in Wrongful Death Action
Blog post about the liability of lifeguards sued for wrongful death of claimant's daughter.
Responsiblity of Camp Director Disputed in Camper's Death
Blog post about the liability of a camp director when a camper was killed in a mountain biking accident while at camp.
Court Denies State Indemnity in Campers' Wrongful Death Action
Blog post about the liability of the state and a church in a case where two girls on a church-sponsored camping event were killed in an accident.
Amusement Park Possibly Reckless in Child's Water Slide Death
Blog post about the liability of a water park in the wrongful death lawsuit brought by the parents of the deceased boy.
Loss of Consortium Improperly Applied in Amusement Park Claim
Blog about Connecticut's refusal to extend the "loss of consortium" claim to wrongfully killed children.
Court Holds Connecticut Nursing Home Liable in Wrongful Death Claim
Blog post about a case against a nursing home for wrongful death and medical malpractice.
How Negative Stereotypes Affect Injury Claims of Motorcycle Riders
Issues of bias against motorcycle riders.