Motor vehicle accidents

Statistically speaking, drunk drivers are more likely to cause accidents on Connecticut roads or highways compared to sober ones. This is partially because it becomes difficult or impossible to regulate your body or remain in control of your car when impaired by...

There are many causes of motor vehicle accidents in Connecticut. One of the leading causes is distracted driving. Distracted driving can be classified into three categories: visual, manual, and cognitive. What are visual distractions? Visual distractions are anything...

A traumatic brain injury doesn’t affect only the victim. It can significantly impact their families as well. These injuries have extensive economic costs and social impacts that affect entire communities as well. A closer look at the symptoms of traumatic brain...

Reckless driving and people operating vehicles while under the influence cause many accidents on Connecticut roads far too frequently. Most people realize that moving violations and intoxication could result in crashes, but they may not realize how serious and...

The summer season happens to contain the 100 deadliest days of the year for drivers. This includes teens and adults alike in Connecticut and the rest of the U.S. Due to their inexperience, teen drivers are especially at risk. This is the time to talk to them about...

During holidays, more Connecticut residents drink more alcoholic beverages. While many are safe, this increases the risk of more drunk driving accidents occurring. Certain holidays see more of this problem. What are the worst holidays for drunk driving? Drunk driving...

Many people in Hartford, Connecticut, don't think of the color of vehicles as a risk factor relating to crashes. Data reveals some vehicle colors can affect the likelihood of an accident. Safe vehicle colors The Kelly Blue Book lists silver as the top choice for...

When the family breadwinner dies in a car crash, the results can be emotionally and financially devastating. Their family is left wondering how they will pay the bills and heal emotionally without their loved one in their life. It is a tragic situation no one wants to...

An "accident is an accident" is logic that might not apply to certain vehicle collisions. Cars and motorcycles are not the same from a design and operation perspective. Anyone who glances at the two realizes the differences. However, the variances may extend to...

Despite having been slammed with multiple winter storms recently, Spring is just around the corner. With warmer weather comes more extensive travel, which may mean that the number of car accidents seen on Connecticut’s roadways will increase. And the frequency of...