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Have you been injured in an accident in Connecticut?  The personal injury lawyers at Glass, Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren have compiled an extensive amount of information that can help you recover after of a car crash, dog bite, slip and fall or injury at work.  The experienced attorneys at Glass, Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren can help you get maximum compensation for your injuries.  Please contact an attorney today for your free consultation. 

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• Motor Vehicle Accident
• Slip and Fall
• Dog Bite
• Worker's Compensation
• Personal Injury Claims
• Resources for the Injured
• Definitions
• General

Motor Vehicle Accident:

• Types of Spinal Fractures Caused by Auto Accidents   
  Spinal fractures are one of the most misdiagnosed accident related injuries. As an accident victim how can you be sure you do not have a fracture?
• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)   
  Each year, head injuries affect over one million people. Though a head injury can be caused by any blow to the head, car accidents account for the majority of serious traumatic brain injuries. If you are an accident victim who has sustained a head injury please be seen by your physician and, if you need legal advice, contact your experienced Connecticut personal injury attorney at Glass, Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren for your free consultation.
• The Essentials of a Connecticut Winter Emergency Car Kit   
  Winter vehicle safety means more than slowing down to avoid an accident. In Connecticut, where we are hit with winter storm after winter storm, it is wise to keep a winter safety kit in your vehicle at all times. In this article we will be reviewing the basics of a good kit and why it is so important to ensure that you have the essentials.
• The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)   
  The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) performs scientific studies and collects highway accident data to help reduce accidents, and the losses and injuries associated with them, in Connecticut and across the United States. The non-profit offers information that is useful for the highway industry and drivers alike. This article, provided to you by the staff and attorneys at the accident law firm of Glass, Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren, will help you better use and understand the safety resources provided by the IIHS.
• Minor Injuries Sustained During a Car Accident   
  What is considered a minor injury? When discussing the injuries associated with a car accident, minor injuries are those that are not considered life threatening. However, this does not mean that these injuries cannot cause serious pain and multiple surgeries, rehabilitation and permanent impairment. In this article we will be discussing minor injuries and the major impact they have on car accident victims in Connecticut and across the nation.
• Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA)   
  The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) is non-profit agency that works closely with national and state highway safety offices to move highway deaths toward zero. To do so in Connecticut they work closely with state agencies and other non-profits to ensure that motorists are given up to date information on the highway safety issues and campaigns that affect them.
• Key Highway Safety Laws in Connecticut   
  We believe that understanding the laws that affect you as a driver in Connecticut is important. Not only can the information help you avoid a ticket, knowledge of the most common and basic traffic laws can help protect you in the event of an accident. Please read on to learn more about the key highway safety laws in Connecticut.
• Booster Seat Evaluation and Safety Guide   
  Many complain that though they would like to have the safest seat for their child, finding the right seat, with the right fit, at the right price is next to impossible. In this article we will be helping Connecticut parents ensure that their child's booster seat fits right and is, therefore, as safe as possible. As personal injury attorneys we have seen too many children injured, even killed, during an accident in which they did not have the proper child safety seat. Please read to learn more about booster seat safety and to find an inspection station near you.
• Speeding- A Main Cause of Car Accidents in Connecticut and Nationwide   
  The National Highway Safety Administration has released an important study into how speeding effects the outcome of various types of accidents. It will come as no surprise to know that speeding is one of the most prevalent factors in traffic crashes both in Connecticut and nationwide. Perhaps you have been involved in an accident with a speeder. If so did the insurance company offer you a sum that is too low? For a free consultation contact an experienced attorney at Glass, Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren today.
• State of Connecticut Insurance Department   
  The State of Connecticut Insurance Department covers information on many types of insurance. In this article we will be looking at the information provided for auto insurance. Topics covered include: how to file a complaint or appeal, the minimum insurance requirements in Conn. and basic questions on car insurance coverage.
• Operation C.A.R.E.   
  Recently the Connecticut State Police participated in a nationwide campaign to reduce the number of motor vehicle accidents in the state. This year State Police used the campaign, C.A.R.E. (Combined Accident Reduction Effort), over labor day weekend to deter drivers from driving recklessly and driving under the influence. Please read on to learn more about Operation C.A.R.E. and how it is implemented over many holiday weekends.
• Connecticut State Police   
  The Connecticut State Police are in charge of most traffic stops and criminal investigations in the state. In this article we will be looking at the state police and their role in issuing amber alerts, criminal record checks and other various duties.
• Child Seat Safety Information- CT DOT   
  For almost five years Connecticut law has required that children under 6 years of age and 60 pounds must ride in a proper child restraint. Though this is the law, and the majority of parents believe that they are making the right car seat choices, finding the right seat for your child can be difficult. Please read on to learn more about how to keep your child safe in Hartford and across Ct.
• Distraction.gov- Preventing Accidents Caused by Distracted Drivers in Connecticut   
  Police officers from Hartford, West Hartford and East Hartford have been working hard to stop distracted driving. The main concern in CT is the use cell phones while driving. In addition to an aggressive crackdown on violators the police department, in conjunction with state and national government agencies, have begun a massive campaign against this deadly behavior. Please read on to learn more about their "Phone in one Hand. Ticket in the Other." slogan and how you can prevent distracted driving.
• The Connecticut Department of Transportation (ConnDOT)   
  The Connecticut Department of Transportation (ConnDOT) is responsible for every form of transportation in CT. This includes highway and freeway traffic and construction, airports and sea ports and public transportation and railways. In this article we will be focusing on their role as it relates to motorists. Please read on to learn more about the Conn DOT and how it affects you as a driver.
• National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)   
  The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration works with both national and local government to reduce the number of car, truck and motorcycle accidents that occur on our nations roadways. Their website contains traffic safety tips, crash statistics and recall information. In addition, safety event information and crash statistics are available for Connecticut and every state in the nation. Please read on to learn more about the NHTSA and their mission to reduce auto accidents in Connecticut and beyond.
• Common Injuries Sustained During Car Accidents   
  In 2008 auto accidents took the lives of 264 people in Connecticut. Those injured in car, motorcycle and truck accidents numbered in the thousands. Please read on to learn more about the most common injuries sustained in a car accident. The Norwich attorneys at Glass, Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren hope that the information and links provided here help you learn more about the injures that can affect you after an accident.
• Department of Motor Vehicles Connecticut (CT DMV)   
  The Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles is a government agency that is tasked with issuing driver’s licenses, inspecting public vehicles and providing safety information. This page will give you an overview of the CT DMV and will help you navigate their website. At Glass, Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren our experienced attorneys are dedicated to providing you with current information to help keep you safe on the road. We work tirelessly to help the injured recover both physically and mentally after a car, truck or motorcycle accident.
• Insurance Complaints Online   
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Slip and Fall:

• Proving Fault After a Slip and Fall Accident   
  If you have been injured during a slip and fall accident you may be in for a fight. Proving fault after a slip and fall accident in Connecticut can be difficult. Please read on to learn more about filing for and winning your slip and fall law suit.
• Common Injuries Caused by a Slip and Fall   
  When you slip and fall or trip and fall injuries can range from very minor; a bruised knee and ego, to extremely serious; a broken wrist or spinal cord injury. Please read on to learn more about the most common slip and fall injuries.
• What Makes Fall Cases So Difficult?   

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Dog Bite:

• National Animal Control Association   
  The National Animal Control Association works to keep the citizens and animals of Connecticut safe.
• Animal Control Officers   
  In Connecticut, an animal control officer has a wide range of responsibilities. Responding to dog bites and reports of animal cruelty are common.
• Connecticut Humane Society   
  The Connecticut Humane Society manages and runs animal shelters across the state. They also maintain an extensive website that helps potential dog and cat owners begin the adoption process and allows current owners to learn more about protecting and caring for their pet. The attorneys at Glass, Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren hope that the information listed here will help you make the right choice when it comes to choosing a pet and taking proper care of the animals you already own.
• Connecticut Dog Bite and Leash Laws   
  Leash and dog bite laws, along with liability statutes, vary by state. In Connecticut, though there is no specific leash law, a dog’s owner must be in control of his dog at all times and is strictly liable if the dog bites or attacks. Please read on as we further explore the specific rules and regulations as they apply to dog bites and leash requirements in Connecticut.
• Pit Bull   
  The term pit bull is often used to describe several breeds of dogs. Pit bulls as a group have long been associated with aggression toward both other dogs and humans. Recently, the dogs have been given a lot of attention, both negative and positive. In this article we will be looking at the different types of pit bulls, along with statistics as to their bite rates and the laws that currently ban or restrict owning a pit bull.
• Connecticut Department of Agriculture’s Animal Control Division   
  The Connecticut Department of Agriculture’s Animal Control Division is located in Hartford, CT. The Division is in charge of a wide range of dog laws and regulations to include property damage, injury and nuisance caused by dogs. Please read on to learn more about how the Division works to prevent dog bites and attacks across our state.
• Preventing Dog Bites- A Dog Owners Guide   
  Connecticut, like any state, has its fair share of dog bites and attacks. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, “Any dog can bite.” Because of this they have compiled an extensive list of ways that dog owners can help prevent their dogs from biting. Please read on to learn more about how you, as a dog owner, can help prevent a dog bite or attack.
• Rabies   
  Rabies, though more rare than ever in the U.S., is a real concern for dog owners. Rabid animals are more likely to bite and thereby spread the disease. Please read on to learn more about rabies in both humans and pets.
• Dog Bite Prevention   
  Preventing a dog bite or attack is the responsibility of the owner. However, there are steps that we can all take to protect our children and ourselves from a dog attack. Please read on to learn more about how you can attempt to prevent a dog bite in Connecticut.
• Dog Bite Wounds | Treatment   
  Though dog bites and attacks can happen to anyone the most common victims are children. This article will cover how to determine if you or your child needs medical attention and what care you may receive. If you or your child has been bitten by a dog there is something you can do. The experienced attorneys at Glass, Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren have been representing dog bite victims for over 30 years. Please contact your Hartford Connecticut personal injury attorneys today for your free consultation.

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Worker's Compensation:

• Top Connecticut Workers Compensation Issues for 2011   
  Nationwide trends affect every state. Connecticut is no exception. Experts have looked at current workers comp trends and have predicted the top workers compensation issues that will affect both injured employees and their employers in 2011. The workers compensation attorneys at Glass, Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren hope that the following information gives you an idea as to what to expect from workers comp rates and trends in the coming year.
• The Whistleblower Protection Program (OSHA)   
  The job of the Whistleblower Protection Program, run and enforced by OSHA, is to ensure that those who report unsafe working conditions or on the job injuries are protected from retaliation. OSHA has recently announced that it will be working harder to protect those who file a complaint against their company or employer. In this way, the government agency hopes to encourage employees to report workplace safety violations in Connecticut and nationwide.
• National Council on Compensation Insurance   
  The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) is an organization that collects data on worker injury rates and compensation claims and then makes recommendations for workers’ compensation insurance rates and cost analysis of proposed regulations and benefits. The NCCI recently recommended changes to current workers’ compensation rates in Connecticut. Please read on to learn more about the NCCI’s role in workers’ compensation rate changes in CT and nationwide.
• First Responders- Crucial to Connecticut and Often in Danger   
  First responders are civil servants who are certified to provide pre-hospital care for medical emergencies. Jobs that require this certification include paramedics, police officers and firefighters, both volunteer and paid. In this article we will be looking the important role first responders play in Connecticut and the many ways they are at risk for serious on the job injuries and accidents.
• Violence at Work- A Study of Workplace Violence in Hospitals   
  Nurses and other hospital employees are subjected to many demanding work conditions. However, the work is often rewarding and it is crucial to the health of our society. In this article we will be looking at a study that examines workplace violence in hospitals. Please read on to learn more about this dangerous epidemic.
• Guidelines for Protecting the Safety and Health of Health Care Workers   
  The job that health care workers perform is crucial to the health and well being of the nation. However, the well being of doctors, nurses and other hospital employees is often at risk. According to the Center for Disease Control ,hospitals have a greater percentage of workers’ compensation claims for sprains, strains, infectious and parasitic diseases, dermatitis, hepatitis, mental disorders, eye diseases, influenza and toxic hepatitis. Please read on to learn more about the dangers that health care workers face in Connecticut and across the nation.
• The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)   
  The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) strives to prevent workplace injury and illness. With an extensive library of common on the job injuries and illnesses that focus on both treatment and prevention, the site is invaluable for both employees and employers. Please read on to learn more about preventing a workplace accident in Connecticut and beyond.
• Falls in the Workplace   
  The Center for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health provide a myriad of information on safety and accident prevention. Please read on to learn more about the dangers of falls from raised surface. This information is useful for those injured at work or anyone who has been injured during a slip and fall.
• Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)   
  OSHA is a government agency that is operated by the United States Department of Labor (US DOL). OSHA promotes worker safety and strives to prevent and investigate on the job injuries in Connecticut and across the country. Their state office is located in Hartford, Ct. Please read on to learn more about the programs operated by OSHA.
• 10 Most Common Workplace Injuries   
  Find here the 10 most common workplace injuries. These injuries include overexertion, falls and assaults at the workplace. If you have been injured while at work you may have a worker’s comp claim. Please contact your experienced CT workers compensation attorneys at Glass, Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren today for your free consultation.
• Compensation Claims Increasing   
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• Do I need a lawyer for my workers’ compensation claim?   
• The value of work   
• Working Without Workers’ Compensation Insurance   

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Personal Injury Claims:

• How Negligence Law Can Impact Your Connecticut Personal Injury Claim   
  If you are more than 50% at fault for a car accident in Connecticut, you cannot file a personal injury claim. Contact a lawyer today - 860-257-1000.
• What is my Connecticut personal injury case worth?   
  The value of your injury claim depends on medical expenses and other factors. For help, contact the Connecticut personal injury attorney team at 860-257-1000.
• Overview of Connecticut Personal Injury Claims   
  Learn more about the compensation and stages of a Connecticut personal injury claim. Contact Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren for help with your claim - 860-257-1000.

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Resources for the Injured:

• Common Injuries Caused by Motorcycle Accidents   
  Many motorcycle accidents result in serious injury. The lack of protection on the back of a motorcycle increases the rate and severity of injuries during a motorcycle accident. Though the hospitals and trauma teams in Connecticut do their best to treat accident victims and save lives serious injuries may take a months, even years to recover from. Please read on to learn more about the most common injuries sustained during a motorcycle accident.
• Connecticut (CT) Drunk Driving Statistics and Prevention   
  Drunk driving is a serious issue. The choice to drink and drive takes the lives of over 10,000 people each year. In this article we will be looking at drunk driving statistics and prevention strategies in the state of Connecticut. Please read on to learn more about the impact of drunk driving accidents in CT and to see how you can help prevent needless injuries and deaths in your state.
• The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)   
  The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is not just a site to learn more about infectious diseases. The CDC is, “Your online source for credible health information.” With in-depth explanations of injuries sustained at work or in a car accident, injury prevention tips for workers, drivers and families the CDC offers a wealth of information. The Connecticut attorneys at Glass, Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren hope that the information presented on this page helps you prevent an accident or recover from an injury or illness.
• The National Spinal Cord Injury Association   
  The National Spinal Cord Injury Association has been, “Leading the way in maximizing the quality of life and opportunities for people with spinal cord injuries since 1948.” Their extensive resource list, studies and advocacy group should be helpful to those who have suffered a spinal cord injury and their families. Connecticut has its own regional chapter. Please read on to learn more.
• Hartford Area Hospitals   
  The staff and attorneys at Glass, Lebovitz, Kasheta & Bren want you to be informed before and after an accident. To this end we work to keep out website up to date with information that is important to you as an accident victim. Please read on to learn more about Hartford area hospitals and the services they offer.

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• If It's NOT A Worker's Compensation Case   
• If It's A Worker's Compensation Case   

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General:

• Surveillance—Expect It   

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