Even though life has seemingly gotten back to normal for many people who must be on the road every day, authorities continue to see traffic fatalities on the rise. Such was the case in Hartford last Wednesday in a rear-end collision on I-84. Blake Burrows, 27, of...
Top car accident causes
Car accidents happen every day in Connecticut for all different reasons. In some cases, crashes are caused by factors that are out of the driver’s control, like inclement weather or excessive sun glare. However, the majority of car accidents are caused by factors that...
Steps drivers can take to protect motorcycle riders
Drivers can take steps on the roadways to keep motorcycle riders safe. When a driver fails to exercise reasonable care to keep motorcycle riders safe, and is negligent, personal injury legal protections can help keep motorcycle riders safe from the physical, financial...
How can speeding lead to a motor vehicle accident?
Car accidents are a regularly occurring problem on roads throughout Connecticut and elsewhere. Many factors can play a part in accidents happening, but speeding is one of the major ones. It’s important to know how speeding can put everyone on the road at risk. How...
E-scooters: Safe means of transport or a recipe for disaster?
Many college students in Connecticut these days choose a zippier form of transport than walking or biking. These students choose to ride an e-scooter to class, to visit friends across campus or when heading out for some fun when their studies are complete. Many cities...
Connecticut implements new laws to prevent auto accidents
One of the most common causes for unexpected injuries and death in Connecticut is an auto accident. This can happen to drivers, passengers, motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians. Even if the person is fortunate enough to survive a collision, there may be major...
Pedestrian killed in Hartford accident
Many people in the Hartford area enjoy getting outside and walking to their destination or walking for exercise. Most of the time they can do this safely on Hartford area streets but occasionally a serious accident occurs. Any time a pedestrian is hit by a vehicle, it...
Multi-vehicle accident sends nine to the hospital
While we all live in the Northeast, we live in a much less congested area than our numbers closer to the coast. And, sometimes, this may lull us into a false sense of security on our roadways. But, locals and tourists alike should always be on guard when driving on...
Motorcycle rider killed in Litchfield crash
An afternoon motorcycle ride took a fatal turn in Litchfield. The victim, a 32-year-old Thomaston resident, was riding his motorcycle in the northbound lane of Old Northfield Road near Main Street when the car in front of him began to turn. Per news reports, the...
Four common causes of motorcycle accidents
Many people in the Hartford area enjoy riding their motorcycles. With the weather being nicer out, drivers should always be alert for motorcycles. Because of the lack of safety features on a motorcycle, even just a minor accident can be serious. Causes of motorcycle...