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When people think about personal injury trials, they often imagine dramatic testimony, emotional stories, and lawyers arguing about who was at fault. But experienced trial lawyers know something many people do not: the outcome of a trial is often shaped by the rules of evidence long before the jury begins deliberating. Evidence rules determine what […]
Probate lawyers occupy a unique position. You are often the first — and sometimes the only — professional to closely review a death certificate. That responsibility creates an important opportunity. Because in many cases, the death certificate does not tell the full story. Death certificates are designed for public health purposes, not legal analysis. They […]
Margaret “Peggy” Healy was 93 years old. She had Alzheimer’s. She lived in a nursing home because she needed protection. Instead, she wandered out into the freezing dark – alone. According to reports, on a February morning in Connecticut, with wind chills reaching 15 below zero, she wandered out of a propped-open door at Bickford […]
D’Amico Pettinicchi Injury Lawyers is proud to share that attorney Jeremy D’Amico was recently featured on an episode of Elawvate: The Trial Lawyer Podcast, a nationally recognized podcast focused on trial advocacy, professional development, and the practice of plaintiff’s personal injury law. Hosted by trial lawyers Ben Gideon and Rahul Ravipudi, the podcast explores the […]
Jeremy D’Amico has been featured in a new Lawdragon Lawyer Limelights article titled, “The Innate Fire of Plaintiffs’ Personal Injury Law.” The article highlights Jeremy’s belief in the dignity of every person and the importance of standing up for those who may not otherwise have a voice, particularly nursing home residents. Plaintiffs’ personal injury law, as […]
Shoulder injuries are painful and disruptive consequences of a car accident, as even minor trauma can severely limit daily activities of all kinds. In more serious cases, shoulder injuries from car accidents can cause intense pain and require surgery, extended recovery times, and time off work. If you’ve suffered a shoulder injury in a car […]
Connecticut is known for its cold, snowy winters. Unfortunately, the cold weather in Connecticut often leads to car accidents due to reduced visibility and slippery road surfaces. If you were injured in a cold-weather auto accident in Connecticut, it’s essential to understand how the accident occurred and who could be liable for your medical expenses, […]
While nursing homes provide housing and treatment for many elderly Connecticut residents, some provide substandard care. News reports have revealed significant gaps in the state’s elder care system, prompting lawmakers to pass new regulations that strengthen protections for nursing home residents and hold negligent facilities accountable for elder abuse. Overview of Connecticut’s Updated Nursing Home […]
Starting in January 2026, a new bipartisan Connecticut nursing home reform law significantly strengthens oversight and protections for nursing home and assisted living residents. The law addresses long-standing issues in elder care, including overcrowded rooms, limited transparency, weak enforcement, and inadequate accountability by large nursing home operators and management companies. Below is what families should know. Phase-Out of […]
Starting January 1, 2026, new Connecticut insurance laws expand coverage and limit insurance practices that delay or deny medically necessary care. These changes are important. Insurance delays are not just frustrating paperwork problems. They can delay diagnoses, interrupt treatment, and cause serious, lasting harm. The new laws are designed to ensure that medical decisions are […]