Year: 2026
Getting into an accident with a large commercial truck can be a harrowing experience. You may be facing significant injuries and expenses, or you may be concerned about a loved one who was recently involved in a tractor-trailer accident. Do you need a truck accident lawyer, and when is the right time to contact one? […]
This D’Amico Pettinicchi Injury Lawyers blog post addresses something that matters every time you get behind the wheel or buckle in a child: seatbelt safety and proper car seat use. These are among the most effective tools we have for preventing serious injuries in a car accident, and among the most commonly misunderstood. Connecticut law […]
This D’Amico Pettinicchi Injury Lawyers blog post explains one of the most frequently misunderstood aspects of working with a personal injury attorney: how legal fees are structured. Understanding contingency fees before your first meeting helps you ask the right questions and walk in with confidence. For many people, the cost of hiring an attorney is […]
Connecticut summers bring pool days, public parks, backyard gatherings, and time on the water. Unfortunately, they also bring a predictable rise in preventable injuries—slip hazards around pools, unsafe property conditions at parks, boating collisions, and supervision failures. This Connecticut-focused guide explains common summer injury scenarios and how legal responsibility is evaluated under negligence and premises […]
People often use the phrase “serious injury” casually—but in personal injury law, a serious injury case usually means something specific: an injury with lasting consequences that affects how a person lives, works, and functions day to day. In Connecticut, the seriousness of an injury can shape everything about a claim—what evidence matters most, what experts […]
After a motorcycle crash, riders often face a second battle beyond recovery: assumptions. Some people—including insurance adjusters—start from the idea that the rider must have been speeding, weaving, or “taking risks.” Those stereotypes can affect how faults are investigated and how claims are valued. This Connecticut-focused guide explains why riders are often blamed, how Connecticut’s […]
Falls are one of the most common—and most dangerous—events for nursing home residents. Families are often told: “It was just an accident.” But in many situations, the better question is whether the fall was preventable. This Connecticut-focused guide explains how falls are evaluated in nursing home neglect cases, what red flags families should watch for, […]
Closing arguments are one of the most important moments in a trial. After all the witnesses have testified and all the evidence has been presented, each side has an opportunity to explain to the jury what the evidence shows and what conclusions should be drawn from it. Lawyers are generally given wide latitude during closing […]
Modern trial practice increasingly relies on video evidence. Jurors today are accustomed to receiving information visually. As a result, video testimony—especially from depositions—can be far more impactful than simply reading lines from a transcript. When used appropriately, video evidence can help juries better understand the testimony and evaluate the credibility of witnesses. Why Video Testimony […]
Depositions are one of the most important tools lawyers use when preparing for trial. During a deposition, a witness answers questions under oath before trial while a court reporter records the testimony. In many cases today, the deposition is also recorded on video. These recordings can become extremely powerful evidence when the case reaches a […]