Waterbury, CT Nursing Home Fined for Multiple Instances of Negligence
CT Watchdog reported earlier in August that the Rosegarden Health and Rehabilitation Center in Waterbury, CT received a $5,000 fine from the state Department of Public Health and is now required to hire a nursing home consultant. The website’s report is extensive. According to their statements, the fine and consulting requirement came as part of…
Study Shows Parents May Have a Role in Teens’ Car Accidents
One of the most risky times for a driver is when he or she first receives a license. Practice helps improve skills, but there’s a learning curve, with accidents potentially occurring during that time. Even when a teen is alert, a collision may still occur – but bringing cell phones and texting into the picture…
Six More Conn. Nursing Homes Receive Department of Health Citations
Compared to other states, Connecticut’s quality of nursing care tends to be above average. Yet, the state Department of Health monitors the type and degree of treatment residents receive, from staff following up on a doctor’s orders to how well patients are watched. As a result, citations for failing to provide quality care in these…
General Motors Recalls 822,000 More Vehicles Over Parts Defects
General Motors continued with its series of recalls this week. Announced on July 23, an additional 822,000 vehicles were considered to have defects stemming from multiple parts. According to press statements, the issues cover seats, air bags, and turn signals that were not properly welded and power steering loss. This announcement marks the company’s 60th…
Atty. Keith Trantolo Reaches a $465,000 Settlement in Motorcycle Accident Case
Within the vast range of personal injury cases, Trantolo & Trantolo’s lawyers handle motorcycle and vehicular accident claims. Recently, Attorney Keith Trantolo reached a $465,000 settlement concerning such an incident in Middletown. According to court documents for Christopher Bove v. Robert Francis, Jr., Bove had been riding his motorcycle on Newfield Street in Middletown when…
