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At D’Amico Pettinicchi, we fight for justice every day on behalf of clients whose lives have been forever changed by medical errors, misdiagnoses, and delayed diagnoses. Breast cancer, in particular, is an area where timely detection and treatment can make the difference between life and death. But for us, this fight is about more than […]
We’re honored to share a powerful outcome for a courageous young man whose life changed in an instant. A Waterbury jury rendered a $45 million verdict to our 22-year-old client who suffered permanent paralysis after a crash caused by a dangerously parked tow truck. The verdict ensures he will receive the care, support, and medical […]
At D’Amico Pettinicchi Injury Lawyers, we’ve spent 35 years fighting for the rights of nursing home residents who have suffered due to neglect or abuse. And yet, even with decades of experience, we are still deeply saddened when we see reports like the ones emerging from Iowa this month. According to reporting by Iowa Capital Dispatch, one […]
A recent article by Brianna Gurciullo in the Connecticut Post (“Trumbull nursing home had only 5 operational sinks when it was evacuated: document,” June 9, 2025) has shed disturbing light on what state officials found at St. Joseph’s Center in Trumbull earlier this year. According to the Post, nearly 200 residents were evacuated after an inspection by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) revealed that […]
At D’Amico Pettinicchi, Injury Lawyers, we are committed to delivering the most thorough and persuasive trial presentations on behalf of our clients. One of the most effective tools we use in preparing for trial is conducting legal focus groups—opportunities for members of the public to review case evidence and share honest feedback before the matter […]
Taking care of aging relatives and ensuring they receive the attention and support they need often requires help from skilled nursing facilities. When families cannot provide their loved ones with the treatment and medical care necessary, they rely on nursing homes to fill this need. Unfortunately, some nursing home staff do not live up to […]
Healthcare providers in Connecticut have a duty to their patients to provide care that meets a certain standard. If they fail to uphold that standard of care, patients may suffer severe and sometimes fatal consequences. This negligence could also result in the doctor, nurse, or medical facility being held liable for the harm they’ve caused. […]
By Jeremy D’Amico and Michael D’Amico of D’Amico Pettinicchi Injury Lawyers – Connecticut There are three general scenarios where an injury lawyer may be consulted when a person is injured or killed involving a Transportation Network Company Driver (“TNC driver”). Scenario 1 is where the driver is injured through the negligence of a third party. Scenario 2 is where the TNC […]
We often hear about heart disease and heart attacks. From the more straightforward marketing campaigns of the American Heart Association to the more subtle mentions in Cheerio commercials, we have learned that heart attacks are a serious issue. Many times, impending heart attacks are not as obvious as the advertisements that strive to raise awareness […]
Chances are we have all known someone who has been diagnosed with breast cancer, whether that person was a loved one or even you, yourself. We can all remember that first moment after we heard the news and how much it affected us moving forward. Now imagine you or your loved one had received that diagnosis much […]