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Associate Paula Skayem Sworn In to Connecticut Bar
Paula Skayem, an Associate with Rome, Clifford Katz & Koerner, LLP since shortly after receiving her Juris Doctorate from the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University in 2022, was sworn in as a licensed Connecticut attorney in early May. The swearing in...
Injured in Connecticut? Time Is Critical for Best Results
Personal injury lawsuits in Connecticut must be filed within two years from the date of an injury or accident—though certain types of injury litigation must be filed within one year. Adding to the urgency, notice deadlines arrive quickly for Personal Injury claims,...
Attorney Sica Wins Crash Case Against Waterbury Police Officer
Personal injury attorney Christopher Sica, a Partner with Rome, Clifford Katz & Koerner, LLP, recently won a motor vehicle case and damages for a client who had been blamed by Waterbury Police for a crash involving a cruiser. The case went to trial in Waterbury...
Attorneys Alan Rome, Christopher Sica Named 2022 Super Lawyers
Attorney Alan J. Rome, a partner with Rome, Clifford Katz & Koerner, LLP, was named to the 2022 Connecticut Super Lawyers list in the Personal Injury General: Plaintiff category. The list was published in the November issue of Connecticut Magazine. The honor,...
Injuries can show up days or weeks after a car crash
There are countless stories about those involved in severe car crashes helping others. Some find out later that they were also severely injured. This may be due to your mind and body going into “survival mode” to protect you after a cataclysmic event. These are...
4 common causes of motorcycle accidents
When you decided to buy a motorcycle, you thought of all the fun you could have by hitting the road for a weekend adventure. Hopefully, you also recognized the safety risks that come with riding. Motorcyclists are much more likely to suffer an injury in a crash than a...
Over-age-55 divorce often involves unique challenges
The pandemic has prompted surges in divorce filings, particularly among the recently married. Still, the group that has seen the largest increase in recent years are those who fall into the category of divorce over the age of 55. There are some unique issues for...
Traffic fatalities up in 2020
The pandemic has affected nearly every part of our lives. Stay at home orders and office closures have contributed to the apparent benefit of having an estimated 40% fewer vehicles on the road nationally. While the number of crashes was down or remained the same...
Crash reconstruction helps win cases
Independent investigators will often examine motor vehicle crashes involving severe injury or death. The goal is to determine whether there was negligent behavior on the part of those involved in the crash. Through their investigation, it may come to light that a...
How can social media posts affect my divorce?
When you go through a divorce, you have to deal with a wide array of emotions. You may feel hurt, angry, relieved and worried all in the same week or even the same day. You may want to vent on social media, to seek support through family and friends, as your divorce...