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To file a workers’ compensation claim in Connecticut, you must complete Form 30C, send the original to your employer, and send a copy to the Workers’ Compensation Commission District Office. While filing a workers’ compensation claim should be straightforward, getting the benefits you deserve can sometimes be challenging. Discuss your case with an experienced Hartford […]
Connecticut is a “fault” state for auto insurance purposes. In a “fault” state like Connecticut, a driver who causes an accident is liable for the financial losses caused by the accident. The state allows motorists and others injured in the accident to file a claim against the other party’s insurance policy when seeking accident-related damages. […]
Connecticut has strict laws regarding driving under the influence. If you are convicted of a second DUI offense within 10 years of a first-time conviction, you face a mandatory jail term of 120 days and a potential sentence of up to two years. Depending on the severity of the offense, you may also face further consequences, including […]
Connecticut has certain statutes in place to protect motorcycle riders and other road users. These requirements include having a driver’s license with a motorcycle endorsement, using a helmet and eye protection, proof of liability insurance, and regulations about the vehicle’s equipment. Thorough knowledge of Connecticut’s motorcycle laws can keep you riding safely. What Is a Connecticut […]
Workers’ compensation insurance covers medical expenses, partial income, and other benefits for employees in Connecticut who suffer injuries or illnesses at work. This state-mandated coverage aims to reduce the financial stress of injured workers and puts a responsibility on employers to maintain safe working environments. While the basic principles of workers’ comp are simple, many […]
Working while collecting workers’ compensation benefits can be considered fraud and may land you in legal trouble. Even if you have a second job, you cannot continue to work while injured. However, your employer may be required to pay your lost wages from both jobs. At Jainchill & Beckert, LLC, we want to help you […]
There is no hard-and-fast rule for how long a car accident settlement takes to resolve. Generally, a car accident case takes anywhere from six months to a year to settle. However, it can take longer if your case is more complex or involves multiple defendants. Several factors contribute to the timeline for a car accident […]
If you’ve been injured on the job in Connecticut, you can wage replacement benefits on a weekly basis– depending on your average weekly wage and the state’s workers compensation rates. Connecticut workers’ compensation also pays for medical care and disability. Nearly all Connecticut employees are entitled to workers’ compensation for an on-the-job injury or medical […]
If you’re injured as an employee at a business in Connecticut, you’re likely entitled to benefits under your employer’s workers’ comp policy. Whether you’re a part-time or full-time worker, a minor, or a non-citizen, you can file a workers’ comp claim after getting hurt on the job. How Do I File for Workers’ Compensation in […]
If your employer denies your workers’ compensation claim, you’re not out of options. Under Connecticut’s Workers’ Compensation Act, your case can be heard by the state’s workers’ compensation commissioner. You’ll want a skillful Hartford workers’ compensation lawyer representing you throughout the process. If your employer’s insurance denied your workers’ compensation claim, Jainchill & Beckert, LLC […]
