Berman & Russo Attorneys at Law

07/21/2023

How To File A Workers Comp Claim In CT
People who have suffered work-related injuries usually focus on the physical challenges and financial hardships resulting from their medical expenses, lost income, and more. They may be overwhelmed and stressed about filing a workers’ comp claim. But the workers’ compensation insurance system exists to help injured workers by providing coverage for lost wages and medical expenses.

Learn more: https://brslaw.com/blog/how-to-file-a-workers-compensation-claim-in-ct/

The lawyers of Berman & Russo, Attorneys at Law in South Windsor, CT are car accident and workers' compensation experts. Free consultations call 860-288-2328.

07/14/2023

Documents Needed After A Crash
It’s very common for people to feel disoriented, confused, and even terrified after a motor vehicle crash. But people involved in a crash must take certain steps, including gathering or having specific information, to protect their interests and legal rights. Here are some essential documentation to collect after a crash.

Learn more: https://brslaw.com/blog/what-should-i-do-after-a-crash/

The lawyers of Berman & Russo, Attorneys at Law in South Windsor, CT are car accident and workers' compensation experts. Free consultations call 860-288-2328.

06/28/2023

How Long Do You Have To Report Your Accident To Your Insurance Company?
Car accidents, even seemingly minor ones, can be an overwhelming experience. Injured people have many concerns, from treating their injuries to processing what happened, evaluating their damages, and worrying about lost income. They may delay reporting the accident for various reasons, but how long can they wait?

Learn more: https://brslaw.com/blog/how-long-do-you-have-to-report-your-accident-to-your-insurance-company/

The lawyers of Berman & Russo, Attorneys at Law in South Windsor, CT are car accident and workers' compensation experts. Free consultations call 860-288-2328.

06/24/2023

How Do You Determine Fault?
The injuries from car crashes are often severe and can leave injured drivers, passengers, and pedestrians facing insurmountable debt from lost earnings and medical bills. Their families also bear the brunt of the accident because of lost financial support. Fortunately, injured people have options in Connecticut to hold the at-fault party financially responsible for their damages.

Learn more: https://brslaw.com/blog/how-do-you-determine-fault/

The lawyers of Berman & Russo, Attorneys at Law in South Windsor, CT are car accident and workers' compensation experts. Free consultations call 860-288-2328.

05/25/2023

What Information Do You Exchange After A Crash?
Car crashes often come with serious emotional and financial consequences, and injured people will usually need to go through the overwhelming process of getting the compensation they deserve.

Learn more: https://brslaw.com/blog/what-information-do-you-exchange-after-a-crash/

05/25/2023

Auto Insurance Coverage Requirements In CT
Motor vehicle accident-related costs can quickly add up. Whether a person suffered whiplash in a rear-end collision or a traumatic brain injury in a distracted driving crash, their medical expenses can be significant. Fortunately, people injured in motor vehicle crashes can receive compensation for their accident expenses if their injuries resulted from the actions of another negligent driver or party.

Learn more: https://brslaw.com/blog/auto-insurance-coverage-requirements-in-ct/

04/28/2023

What You Should Know About Tire Blowout Accidents In Connecticut
Tires are among the most vital components of any vehicle in terms of safety, driver control, and road worthiness. They are a vehicle’s connection to the pavement. If a tire is faulty, due to worn treads or imbalanced air pressure, for instance, it could explode, leak, or pop, making it difficult or impossible for a driver to operate the vehicle safely.

Learn more: https://brslaw.com/blog/what-should-you-know-about-tire-blowout-accidents-in-connecticut/

04/21/2023

Is A Driver Always At Fault For An Accident If The Pedestrian Is In Or Near A Crosswalk?
No. Pedestrians do not always have the right of way in crosswalks. In pedestrian vs. driver crashes, figuring out who’s at fault for the accident requires determining the actions of the pedestrian and driver when the crash happened.

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03/31/2023

Manslaughter Charges From Fatal Car Crashes
The police have charged Erles Ismael Aguilera of Stamford with manslaughter after a high-speed crash left 19-year-old Oscar Valdovinos dead. The crash occurred on November 27, 2022, on Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard. 25-year-old Aguilera was arrested and charged with DUI, reckless driving, second-degree assault with a motor vehicle, and first-degree manslaughter.

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03/17/2023

How Long Do I Have To File A Claim?
People in car accidents who suffered injuries because of another’s negligence may be entitled to seek compensation for their losses, such as medical expenses, emotional distress, and lost earnings. But they must act as soon as possible to secure compensation from the at-fault party.

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02/22/2023

Can I Sue My Rideshare Driver If I Am Involved In An Accident And Get Injured?
Along with the ease and practicality of rideshare services come novel issues about liability for accidents involving rideshare companies, such as Uber and Lyft. Primarily, can injured people sue rideshare drivers directly? Also, whose insurance coverage applies to accidents and related losses arising from rideshare accidents?

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02/15/2023

I Did Not Carry Motorcycle Insurance. Can I Still Sue The Driver Who Hit Me?
Riders involved in motorcycle crashes can suffer serious and costly injuries, including spinal cord damage, brain injuries, internal organ damage, paralysis, broken bones, and burns. After getting the medical attention they need, their next concern is how to cover their financial obligations while they heal.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3K43qiZ