The person driving the truck next to you on the freeway may be as young as 18. This is due to a new law that President Biden signed, which allows drivers under the age of 21 to start working as interstate drivers. Younger truckers are now on the roads The move to...
Why can dogs and cars be a dangerous combination?
If your dog is an integral part of your life, it is natural you want to take it with you in the car. Yet, if you do not do it safely, it might be the last journey either of you take. Connecticut law requires any dog in an open truck bed to be in a cage or other...
Facts about OUI in Connecticut
The penalties for drunk driving differ in each state, but the purpose is to deter driving under the influence. Connecticut enacts many other measures, such as DUI checkpoints and school education programs. Here are some facts about drunk driving that drivers in...
Can a seat belt injure you?
There is ample proof that wearing a seat belt could be the difference between dying in a crash and surviving. Yet injuries are still a possibility and some may result from the seat belt itself. If you are in a crash, you need a medical check-up to understand the...
Why are women more likely to suffer in a car crash?
Gender inequality has many faces, and it can lurk in places and products you never considered. One of these is the vehicle you drive. Think back to any footage you have seen of a crash test dummy. Those crash test dummies, while lacking the full range of body parts,...
Common injuries you are likely to sustain in a car crash
Millions of people sustain injuries due to car accidents each year. Most of the injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents fall into two broad categories: impact injuries and penetrating injuries. If you are hurt in a car accident due to some else’s negligent...
3 reasons your dog bite case may be dismissed
Dogs can be a great source of companionship. Unfortunately, these fluffy canines can be a great source of pain when they become aggressive. While anyone can be a victim of a dog attack, children are often more vulnerable, thanks to their stature. A dog attack can...
What can you do to avoid a truck crash?
If you have seen a beginner skater lose control on the ice rink, you will have an idea of how a tractor-trailer unit losing control on snow or ice might look. Yet, instead of legs and arms going everywhere, you have heavy trailers filled with goods flying in all...
How can you reduce the chance of a winter crash?
While driving may seem more enticing than walking or waiting for the bus when it is cold, it is more dangerous. Winter brings added dangers to New Haven County roads. Understanding what steps you can take to protect yourself reduces the chance you spend time in the...
Why do the holidays increase the risk of dog bites?
Any dog can bite anyone at any time if it chooses. People often attribute human-like qualities to their pets, and while it can sometimes seem mushy, it can help explain why you need to take extra care around dogs this holiday season. Think about the people you know....
