Driving distractions are a very common problem in the United States. Every day, car accidents happen because a driver simply was not paying enough attention, and other drivers or passengers can suffer injuries. You can often find specific examples like texting and...
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Addressing financed vehicles during a divorce
During divorce negotiations, spouses have to separate their finances. They may each open a separate banking account to keep their wages separate. They may freeze revolving lines of credit that they can both access. They have to split up their personal property and...
How a new partner can trigger child custody order modifications
You've finally met someone special again and your relationship is getting serious. Your new partner spends time with your children and you're thinking about moving in together or getting married. Still, you're worried about how this affects your custody arrangement. ...
Important things to know about child support in Connecticut
When parents go through a divorce, the children’s needs don’t simply vanish. Instead, the parents will have to determine how they can still financially support the children even though they ended their marriage. When children are part of a divorce, the court will...
Winter weather increases the risk of a vehicle-pedestrian crash
A variety of factors influence the likelihood of a vehicle-pedestrian crash. Location is a key consideration. The speed of the vehicle can also influence the likelihood and severity of a collision with a pedestrian Timing is another critical factor. During the winter...
Can you be fired while on workers’ comp in Connecticut?
Getting hurt at work can raise a second worry that feels just as serious as the injury itself. You may wonder whether your job is safe while you are out or receiving workers’ compensation benefits. In Connecticut, the answer is not a simple yes or no. The law draws an...
Why you need a post-divorce budget
If you are moving toward a divorce, one thing to think about is your financial future. You likely want to make a post-divorce budget. Keep this in mind when going through property division and splitting up assets that you and your partner own. One thing to remember is...
For drivers, braking does not happen immediately
Have you ever had someone following too closely behind your vehicle, to the point that it made you nervous because their tailgating could cause an accident? You may find yourself wondering why another driver would do this. If you ask them, they may even insist that...
Top 5 most hazardous industries to watch out for in Connecticut
Every morning, you wake up, put on your work boots and head to your job. Like most workers, you trust that you will return home safely to your family. The good news is that Connecticut ranks among the safest states for workers. However, certain industries still pose...
3 solutions for the marital home during a divorce
Spouses negotiating the terms of a divorce must make difficult financial decisions. Assets that have practical value and emotional worth may technically belong to both spouses. That is usually the case for the marital home. Both spouses have an interest in the...
