Seeking medical care can be a daunting experience. No matter how much trust we place in doctors, there is often an unspoken concern that something will go wrong. If something does go wrong, you need to know where to turn. A Connecticut medical malpractice attorney at The Flood Law Firm can review your case for […]
Read MoreBlog
Are Drunk Drivers Always At Fault?
When it comes to car accidents involving alcohol, most people tend to assume that the drunk driver is automatically to blame. After all, driving under the influence is illegal and incredibly dangerous. But is it always that simple? Are drunk drivers always at fault in these accidents, or are there situations where fault might not […]
Read MoreCan You Sue for Pain and Suffering in CT?
Pain and suffering damages refer to the non-economic losses for a personal injury. They are distinct from economic damages, which represent the actual financial harm suffered by the victim(s). Although economic damages often make up a significant portion of the recoverable compensation in a personal injury claim, damages for pain and suffering, outside of physical […]
Read More5 Impactful Ways to Prevent Teen Texting and Driving
Youths often have to deal with the devastating effects of texting and driving at an early age. These types of accidents can be catastrophic, traumatizing, and in many cases, fatal. At The Flood Law Firm, we understand how important it is to minimize car accidents and injury risks as much as possible. If you’re raising […]
Read MoreWhat Does Neck Pain Mean After a Car Accident?
The neck is one of the areas most vulnerable to injury in a car accident. Neck pain and loss of mobility in the neck can persist for weeks, months, or even longer after a crash, significantly impacting your quality of life. Victims may not start to experience neck pain until a day or more after […]
Read MoreHow To Avoid Breaking Your Wrist In a Fall
No one likes to fall, but as we all know, it happens. In fact, according to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, this common type of accident sends approximately 7.9 million individuals of all ages to U.S. emergency rooms each year. Could many of these falls have been prevented? Maybe not. The injuries, however, […]
Read MoreHow to Prevent Nursing Home Abuse
You and your family did the research. After countless hours and a lot of soul searching, you feel reasonably confident that you found a safe and reputable nursing home to care for your aging family member. Careful selection of the facility is the best defense against nursing home abuse before a loved one is admitted. […]
Read MoreWhat Is the Strict Liability Standard in Dog Bite Claims?
In personal injury law, strict liability is a legal standard that holds a party accountable for injury and damages whether negligence was a factor or not. The party or parties in question can be held liable regardless of whether they exercised sufficient care to prevent harm to others. Connecticut has instituted a strict liability rule […]
Read MoreWhat to Do After a Distracted Driving Accident
Distracted driving is a pernicious problem. When you look at nearby vehicles, it is common to see drivers who are texting, talking on the phone, eating, and engaging in other activities that increase the risk of accidents. Whether you noticed that the driver who caused the accident was distracted or you suspect the driver was […]
Read MoreSymptoms of a Traumatic Brain Injury
Trauma to the brain is one of the most serious injuries anyone can suffer. Although the severity of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can vary, those who sustain injuries to the head should always be evaluated and closely monitored for symptoms affecting the brain. Many cases of TBI arise from motor vehicle collisions, falls, and […]
Read More