Whether your teen is heading back to high school or commuting to college, he or she could benefit from a back-to-school safe driving refresher. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that motorists ages 16 to 19 have more serious accidents than any...
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Car accidents: What to do if you get in one on vacation
An early estimate report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that the number of traffic accident-related deaths in 2020 rose by around 7.2% from 2019. Automobile accidents are hardly uncommon, contributing to the vast amount of...
The link between SUVs and pedestrian deaths
SUVs continue to grow in popularity across Connecticut and the nation. Yet, research shows that these larger, heavier vehicles pose a serious threat to pedestrians. A recent study found that pedestrians are much more likely to suffer a fatality when struck by an SUV,...
Hidden dangers when you ride your bicycle
Bicycles are a great way to get some exercise while using an eco-friendly transportation method, and people sometimes think it is a safer alternative to driving. Nevertheless, getting on a bike is bound to involve some risk of an accident. You cannot always count on...
How dangerous is distracted driving?
One of the leading causes of auto accidents in the last decade has been distracted driving. In fact, in 2019, 3,142 people were killed in distracted driving accidents in the United States. And each year, about 400,000 people suffer injuries in a distracted driving...
Car accidents and traumatic brain injuries: What you should know
Car accidents have the potential to cause a host of injuries. Yet, one of the most common and over-looked injuries is brain trauma. According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, car accidents are the second leading cause of traumatic brain injury-related...
Dangerous intersections and the risk of an auto accident
Whether you regularly drive through a chaotic intersection or you find yourself in the middle of a dangeorus situation due to a busy crossing, you need to think about the unique hazards associated with these locations. Sometimes, dangerous intersections involve...
Who is liable for a dog bite injury?
You may be delivering mail or a package as part of your job. Or you could be heading to visit a neighbor to catch up. Or even you and your child could be outside playing and suddenly the unthinkable happens: a dog viciously attacks you – or your kid. In the attack,...
Reasons to work with an attorney after a serious auto accident injury
A serious injury can turn your life upside-down, especially if you become disabled and lose your income. When another driver caused the accident, you may have legal recourse to cover medical bills, lost wages and other associated costs of your injury. These are some...
Fewer cars on the road leads to more severe accidents
A reduction in traffic can often give drivers a sense of freedom. When there are fewer vehicles on the roadways, it makes for less congestion, more open roads and a chance for drivers to start breaking the law. CBS News explains that with fewer drivers on the road,...