In Connecticut, the "100 deadliest days" refer to the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when motor vehicle accidents involving teenagers spike. If you have a teen driver in your household, take extra care on the roads during this season. Let them understand...
Have you suffered a chest injury after a collision?
While most people drive to their destinations safely each day, there are still a number of road traffic collisions in Connecticut. In fact, studies indicate that between 250-300 people are killed on the Connecticut roadways every year. One of the more serious injuries...
Distracted driving and motor vehicle accidents
In Connecticut, motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of death and injuries. Unfortunately, most of these accidents are preventable by making smart choices while behind the wheel. One of the most important choices you can make is to avoid distracted...
Why does everyone else drive so dangerously?
If you have a near-miss incident where someone else almost causes an accident, but you're able to avoid the crash, you'll probably find yourself feeling very frustrated and frightened. You'll also be confused. Why does it so often feel like other drivers are willing...
Can you sue a self-driving car manufacturer?
Can you sue the manufacturer if you are in a car crash and the other vehicle was a self-driving car? This is a question that many people are asking lately, as self-driving vehicles become more and more popular. We will explore the legal implications of self-driving...
Seatbelts save lives but they can also cause injuries
Numerous people across Connecticut utilize motor vehicles every day. Some opt to drive on their daily commute, while others jump in the car to arrive at scheduled appointments on time. Over the years, cars have become faster and more efficient. Safety technology has...
The dangers of road rage and aggressive driving
It can happen in an instant. You’re driving down I-84 when someone behind you starts repeatedly honking their horn. Before you have a chance to move out of their way, they’re tailgating you. Suddenly, they hit you from behind and you lose control of your vehicle. The...
Car wrecks are probably the leading cause of death for your age group
People are often very wary of common causes of death and they take steps to keep themselves healthy and safe. They put on sunscreen to avoid getting skin cancer, for instance, or they change their diet to avoid heart issues. This all makes sense because cancer and...
Can a dashcam help if you get in an accident?
One of the problems with car accidents is that there may be no witnesses, and both people may give a different account of what occurred. It can be difficult for the police to sort this out afterward, and crash reconstruction teams spend a lot of time trying to...
What compensation is available for victims of crashes?
As a victim of a catastrophic accident in Connecticut, you have a right to seek fair compensation for all you’ve been through. There are a few different kinds of compensation that you may be able to seek depending on the severity of your injuries and how you will be...
