Losing a companion in a fatal accident is, understandably, devastating. When such an accident occurs due to the negligence of another, surviving family members may have legal recourse. Along with seeking relief for any financial losses experienced as a result of the...
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Month: February 2016
Illegal turns made by negligent truck drivers can lead to crashes
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Feb 25, 2016 | Firm News, Truck Accidents
Semi drivers can be seen making questionable turns on Connecticut roads just about every day. While it is understandable that these trucks can be difficult to maneuver, truck drivers are expected to following certain turning rules that have been established to help...
Injured by an uninsured motorist, now what?
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Feb 20, 2016 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Auto insurance can be an expense that many residing in Connecticut may not feel they can afford. Even though state law requires that the appropriate insurance be obtained before driving a motor vehicle, too many individuals still fail to meet this requirement and...
Imparied driving believed responsible for pedestrian accident
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Feb 18, 2016 | Auto-Pedestrian Accidents, Firm News
A Connecticut man has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a multi-vehicle wreck and pedestrian accident. This incident reportedly occurred on Feb. 5, in Meriden. As a result of the pedestrian accident, the victim sustained numerous injuries, including a...
Connecticut car accidents: 6 injured in tour bus crash
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Feb 13, 2016 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Investigators in Connecticut are currently looking into the cause of a tour bus crash that injured dozens of people. At least six victims are believed to be in critical condition. This is just one of many car accidents that occurred across the state, possibly due to...
Injuries reported in Connecticut truck accident
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Feb 11, 2016 | Firm News, Truck Accidents
An accident on I-91 in Connecticut on Feb. 8, involving a semi-truck and a minibus, resulted in an unknown number of people requiring medical care. The truck accident is believed to have been caused due to the truck driver driving too fast for road conditions. He has...
Connecticut drunk driving accidents: What are dram shop laws?
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Feb 4, 2016 | Drunk Driving Accidents, Firm News
Accidents caused by drunk drivers are a real concern in Connecticut, as they happen far too frequently. When drunk driving accidents do occur, it is normal for the victims or -- in the event of fatality -- their family members to question who may be held accountable...
2 hurt in Connecticut hit-and-run pedestrian accident
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Feb 2, 2016 | Auto-Pedestrian Accidents, Firm News
Authorities in Connecticut are looking for the driver responsible for crashing into two pedestrians. This hit-and-run pedestrian accident reportedly occurred in the afternoon on Jan. 28, in Hamden. Both of the victims were transported to a hospital with serious...