Every motor vehicle collision that occurs is a unique event. Different factors are present in every situation that can cause a crash or worsen its impact on the people involved. Connecticut sees many collisions that occur between two motor vehicles, as well as...
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Do slip-and-falls ever cause serious injuries?
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Feb 28, 2024 | Personal Injury
A slip-and-fall occurs when someone suddenly loses traction on the floor and then loses their balance as a result. Frequently, slip-and-falls occur at businesses when there are messy entrances or spills that workers fail to clean up in a timely fashion. The idea that...
The dangers of distracted driving: how you can stay safe on the road
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Dec 27, 2023 | Auto-Pedestrian Accidents, Car Accidents, Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury
Driving is a daily activity for most adults in the United States. Unfortunately, it comes with its fair share of risks, especially when distractions take your attention away from the road. Distracted driving can lead to devastating consequences and there are many ways...
Why motorcycle accidents are more severe than car accidents
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Oct 23, 2023 | Personal Injury
In 2022, the Connecticut Department of Transportation reported 62 motorcycle accident deaths. Motorcycle accidents are often more deadly than car accidents. They also differ significantly when it comes to the types of injuries sustained. There are two main reasons why...
What information should you collect after a car accident?
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Apr 24, 2023 | Personal Injury
Car accidents can be overwhelming, leaving those involved feeling shaken and unsure of what to do next. One critical step to take after a car accident is to gather essential information from the other parties involved. This information will be crucial in filing an...
Most common forms of distracted driving
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Feb 27, 2023 | Personal Injury
Although car accidents happen for a variety of reasons, there are two general causation categories. Driver error is the reason behind the majority of accidents, but there are subcategories for this reason as well. When considering driver error, distraction is near the...
2 clear signs of a premises liability claim
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Feb 20, 2023 | Personal Injury
Premises liability is an umbrella term used to describe the legal and financial responsibility that real estate owners incur if visitors, guests or even trespassers on their property suffer injuries due to preventable, hazardous conditions. Typically, both businesses...
What are some proactive steps bicyclists can take around cars?
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Oct 25, 2022 | Personal Injury
Traveling on roads while on a bicycle can sometimes put you in danger around bigger or faster vehicles. Knowing various proactive ways to avoid injuries can help you stay safe when sudden problems occur. Pay attention to helmets According to the Centers for Disease...
3 reasons the autumn months increase your slip-and-fall risk
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Sep 22, 2022 | Personal Injury
Most Connecticut residents associate slip-and-fall injuries with the winter months. They think of ice and snow as the main contributing risk factors to somebody falling and getting hurt in a public place. There is little question that winter precipitation can lead to...
How a dash camera can help your personal injury case
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Sep 15, 2022 | Personal Injury
Motor vehicle accidents not only cause major property damage, but they can also inflict severe injury on the people inside a car. If you sustain a catastrophic personal injury in an accident, you understandably might worry about how you will afford treatment. It is...