Personal Injury Cases – Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone & Morelli

You’re driving just after sunset in winter. You see what looks like a large puddle on the road. The next thing you know, your car’s sliding out of control, perhaps slamming into a tree or even another vehicle. How did this happen? Blame black ice. This nasty road condition results when melting snow re-freezes and instantly turns a wet road into an ice rink. That’s why the National Weather Service frequently issues black ice warnings in Connecticut. Black ice is dangerous!

Black ice can be deceptive. The road looks wet, but it’s really frozen solid. That’s often why drivers lose control of their car on black ice. They never even realize there’s ice on the road until it’s too late.

Black ice accidents happen all over the world. Listen to this woman’s horrific story of how she lost control of her vehicle on black ice and veered into an icy canal in Scotland. Watch this video to see how a small patch of black ice triggers one accident after another on this Asian highway. Notice how even the tow truck arriving at the scene of the accident cannot stop due to dangerous black ice.

Experts estimate that black ice covered roads result in five times more accidents than clear roads. Trying to stop on black ice can be extremely dangerous. It takes nine times as long to stop on black ice as it does on a clear road, according to road safety experts. That’s why it’s crucial you don’t slam on your breaks if you hit a patch of black ice. Don’t make any sudden steering changes either. Just ride it out.

Black ice accidents happen fast. What if you were injured in a black ice accident? What if you couldn’t work for weeks or months? How would you pay your bills? You need someone familiar with serious accidents. You need someone you trust to fight for your rights. You need the Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone & Morelli.

Our skilled lawyers have years of experience defending people injured in weather-related car accidents throughout Connecticut. We know how to successfully navigate through such complicated cases. Don’t be a victim. Take action. Contact Salomone & Morelli today. We’re on your side.

Christmas trees fires happen fast. Don’t believe us? Watch this video here. In just six seconds, a fire started near a Christmas tree quickly becomes a massive inferno. It’s no joke. Christmas tree fires pose a very real threat of serious burn injuries or even death.

Each year,  fire departments respond to an average of 260 fires that started with Christmas trees, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Christmas tree fires kill 14 people, injury 26 and cause $13.8 million in property damage annually on average.

What can you do to prevent a Christmas tree fire in your house? First, choose a fresh tree. Older ones with needles that fall off burn fast. Next, put the tree at least 3 feet away from a heat source like a fireplace or radiator. Fires spread fast.

And every day, make sure you do two things: water your tree and turn off your Christmas tree lights before you go to bed. Watering your tree may save your life.  A dry Christmas tree burns much faster than a properly watered one. Watch this video comparing a dry tree and a watered tree to see just how much faster the dry tree engulfs the room in flames.

Knowing what to do after a Christmas tree fire can be confusing. Dealing with serious injuries or the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming. Scared? Confused? We can help. We’re the Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone & Morelli.

Our lawyers have years of experience successfully representing fire victims throughout Connecticut. We know how to handle big insurance companies. Let us deal with all the red tape so your family can focus on your recovery.

Christmas tree fires can be traumatic. Recovering from one should not. Contact Salomone & Morelli. We’re on your side.

Uninsured motorists wreak havoc on roads throughout Connecticut. If a reckless driver without insurance hits your vehicle or motorcycle and injures you, don’t panic. We can help.

In Connecticut, insurance companies require drivers to have coverage to protect drivers from uninsured motorists. And just because someone doesn’t have insurance doesn’t mean you can’t be compensated for your injuries. You may be entitled to compensation for injuries you sustained in a car accident with an uninsured motorist.

Want to know more? Contact the Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone and Morelli today. Insurance policies can be complicated. We have the answers to your questions. Don’t let the insurance companies decide what happens next. Let us fight for your rights and help get you the compensation and justice you deserve.

Hit and run accidents wreak havoc on Connecticut roads every day. What would you do if a reckless driver hit your vehicle or motorcycle and fled the scene? Are you prepared?
In Connecticut, every auto insurance policy requires drivers to have coverage to protect everyone in a vehicle who’s a victim of a hit and run accident. So don’t assume you can’t be compensated for your injuries just because the other driver fled the scene of the accident.
A simple check of your auto or motorcycle insurance policy’s “Declarations Page” will help you figure out the extent of your coverage. Look also at the “Terms & Conditions” page of your policy to find out just how much coverage you have as a victim of a hit and run accident.
Understanding your insurance policy can be complicated. We can help. Contact the Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone and Morelli today. We’ll review your policy. And we’ll fight for your rights and help get you the compensation and justice you deserve.