Being charged criminally with driving under the influence is always serious. What many people don’t realize, though, is that there are other consequences that can result from a DUI that are totally separate from any criminal charges or issues. In addition to the criminal charges, you can be held civilly liable if you caused harm
In most cases, when someone is injured, a civil lawsuit is filed against the person who caused the injuries. For example, if you were in a car accident and it was the fault of another driver, you’d likely consider filing a civil lawsuit against them to try to recover compensation. However, when alcohol is involved,
Drinking while under the influence has serious consequences for all parties involved. Don’t take the risk of operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Our firm recommends you take a preemptive approach when it comes to drinking. If you plan to drink on any occasion plan to have someone drive that does not drink (designated driver)
Dangerous conditions will possibly be blanketing Connecticut this afternoon and early tomorrow. Conditions will heavily impact today’s evening and tomorrow’s morning commute. In northern parts of the state, about a quarter of an inch of ice will develop on trees, powerlines, and roads. This is cause for great concern for even the most seasoned drivers.
A massive snowstorm is hammering the State of Connecticut for the next several hours dropping 1-2 inches of snow per hour in some areas of Connecticut. Governor Ned Lamont announced several orders mandating a tractor-trailer ban and advising Connecticut drivers to stay home and avoid the treacherous road conditions. Although snowfalls welcome winter activities such
Summertime often brings great weather for travel and outdoor activities, but the season also introduces the potential for dangerous automobile accidents. Many of the unique seasonal circumstances that lead to these auto accidents are avoidable. To help combat the potential hazards of a summertime drive , we at the Law Offices of James A. Welcome
Just Because You’re in an Accident Doesn’t Mean There’s Someone to Sue None of us want to sue someone to be compensated for our injuries after a car accident. We don’t want to be seen as an opportunist who is just trying to make a quick buck. However, the real reason most people take legal
