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Slip and Fall Injuries and Damages

Slip and fall accidents are among the leading causes of personal injuries nationwide. While businesses and property owners have a duty to keep their premises...

Why Truck Accidents Cause Serious Injuries

Fast and heavy trucks, tractor trailers, and semi-trucks can cause serious motor vehicle accidents on Connecticut highways for many reasons. If you have been injured...

Information About Rear-End Collisions

Traffic intersections are common locations for rear-end car collisions in New London, Connecticut. The majority of rear-enders happen when other drivers are not taking proper...

There Is No Excuse for Fatigued Truck Driving

Commercial truck drivers—drivers who man the 18-wheeler tractor-trailers that carry the bulk of America’s goods to their destination—are subject to considerable federal regulations regarding how...

Protect Yourself from Common Surgical Errors

Medical errors, including common surgical mistakes, kill more than 250,000 every year in the United States alone and injure millions more. Of these deaths, every...

Back-To-School Time Brings Sports Injuries

With the school year back in full swing, parents of student-athletes need to take certain safety precautions and prepare for any potential sports injuries. Each...

Recovering Monetary Compensation for a Birth Injury

The birth of a child should be a happy time for everyone involved. However, all too often, health care providers may be negligent in the...

Massachusetts Claim

James Harrington of Polito and Harrington resolved a claim this week stemming from a Massachusetts motor vehicle accident in which his client sustained a serious...

Understanding Comparative Fault in Connecticut and Rhode Island

You have just been in an auto accident. You know the other driver was at fault. But he says you were to blame. You both...

FAQ About Connecticut Personal Injury Claims

Many people who are injured in preventable accidents are confused, stressed, and unsure about what to do next. At Polito & Harrington, we are committed...

When Is a Property Owner Liable for a “Slip and Fall” Injury?

“Slip and fall” accidents fall within a broader category of personal injury claims known as premises liability. In short, anyone who owns property has a...

CT Court Rejects Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Medical Alert System Company

We all know elderly relatives or friends who have trouble taking care of themselves. These individuals often rely on technology to maintain a lifeline–literally and...