With cases of severe lung disease and deaths on the rise, a consequence of the vaping craze, some are left wondering why tobacco products remain on the market. Afterall – the deadly effects of tobacco have been known for over 50 years. The President is now vowing to ban all flavored e-cigarettes – an idea… read more →
Now and then, it’s worth remembering how lucky we are as Americans to have a robust judicial system. It’s that system, and the trial attorneys that serve it, that’s largely responsible for the vital consumer safety protections we enjoy today. Battles fought by the nation’s trial attorneys have led to safer cars, highways, toys, tools,… read more →
Vaping was once thought to be a valuable tool in efforts to help smokers quit, and for some, it might prove useful. Sadly, however, vaping products have now been tied to lung problems leading to over 15,000 hospitalizations. Thirty-five people have died. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) believes THC and off-the-street sources… read more →
We are pleased to announce that thirteen (13) of our attorneys at RisCassi & Davis have been named as Connecticut Super Lawyers or Connecticut Rising Stars for 2019. We are also pleased to announce that attorney Michael C. Jainchill has been named by Super Lawyers as a Top 10 Attorney in Connecticut and a Top… read more →
Pedestrian traffic accidents and pedestrian deaths are rising at an alarming rate. In fact, they have risen to their highest levels since 1990. It’s believed the rise in the number of trucks and SUVs on the road is one cause. The other is distracted driving tied to cell phone use. Traffic safety experts have long… read more →
When first introduced to consumers, vaping was seen as a potentially healthy alternative for smokers hoping to kick the habit. Sadly – things are often not how they first appear. In just the last year, medical researchers have begun to report adverse effects of vaping on heart and lung function. They are also reporting a… read more →
It’s no secret that cars have come a long way since their introduction. America’s first cars had only the most rudimentary of safety systems (brakes mostly) – and they were often anything but reliable. Fast forward to today, and one finds an abundance of new technology that’s designed to help drivers avoid accidents. Here’s an… read more →
Anyone with an older adult in their life knows that falls can result in severe and sometimes life-threatening injury. According to research just published in the Journal of the American Medical Association – falls can often cause death as well. In fact, according to their research, from 2000 to 2016, deaths from falls more than… read more →
If you’re old enough to drive, then you’ve experienced driving with large tractor-trailer trucks on Connecticut’s roads. Ever had the pleasure of driving sandwiched between several of them? Not a particularly pleasant experience – right? Did you know that fatal car accidents involving these big rigs are up over 40% since 2009? And that’s after… read more →
The Connecticut personal injury law firm of RisCassi & Davis is pleased to announce that attorney Ryan Sullivan has joined the firm. Attorney Sullivan attended Western New England University School of Law on a partial merit scholarship. There, he received seventeen CALI awards for academic excellence in legal courses, including Torts, Products Liability, Civil Procedure,… read more →
