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...
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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...
Protecting kids from head injuries during outdoor activities
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Aug 27, 2022 | Personal Injury
Playing outside is beneficial to children in many ways. It is good for their physical and mental health and gives them the opportunity to socialize and make lasting memories. Unfortunately, a head injury can change everything in an instant. Head injuries can occur at...
Summer walking and recreation safety tips
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Jun 27, 2022 | Personal Injury
Summer is a time for barbecues, adventure and fun. The weather warms up, allowing you to enjoy the outdoor activities you missed during the cold, winter months. However, nothing can ruin your summer like recovering from a personal injury you received during your...
Dooring incidents are a huge concern for Connecticut cyclists
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Jun 18, 2022 | Personal Injury
Dooring is a specific type of vehicle collision that occurs when someone opens a car door in front of a moving bicycle at a moment when the cyclist has little or no time to react by braking or swerving. Whether accidental or intentional, dooring incidents are...
3 dangers that can affect you during your commute
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Mar 15, 2022 | Personal Injury
Traffic accidents are potentially devastating events that can affect anyone on the road. While your daily commute may feel like a tried-and-true routine, there is still some degree of risk every time you make your way to work. You can make your commute safer every day...