Cyclists in Connecticut are required to stay as far to the right as they can when they share the road with faster-moving traffic, which can make riding in urban environments extremely dangerous. Dooring accidents occur when cyclists strike a car door that has been...
Few things are more terrifying for a motorist than being involved in an accident. That fear is exacerbated when the other person is a cyclist or a pedestrian. If you hit a cyclist with your car in Connecticut, you must know what happens next to know what to do. Will...
Every year, people die in truck accidents in Connecticut and across the country. While many factors can contribute to these accidents, one of the most common causes is poor cargo loading. When cargo is not loaded correctly, it can shift during transport, causing the...
Motor vehicle accidents in Connecticut are a reality of driving. While you can't always avoid them, there are some common mistakes that people make after the accident that you can try to avoid. When you make the right choices about what to do after an accident, you...
Thousands of children in Connecticut and around the country are bitten by dogs each year, and about a third of them are injured by a family pet when no adult is present. That was one of the conclusions reached by researchers from Children’s Health of Orange County...
Many residents of Connecticut own dogs and consider them to be important family members. While dogs are often thought of as the best friends of people, they can also be dangerous and cause serious injuries when they bite. A recent report from Albany Medical Center...
When driving, you probably see commercial trucks all the time in Connecticut. These trucks can pose unique dangers that all drivers should be aware of. Cargo is improperly loaded If a commercial truck is overloaded or improperly loaded, it can cause excessive wear and...
Reckless driving refers to a wide range of dangerous behaviors behind the wheel. A particularly egregious moving violation could lead a driver into a Connecticut civil court if someone gets hurt or suffers property damage. Those hurt by a reckless driver may benefit...
Slip-and-fall accidents in Connecticut can occur for many reasons. Some incidents can be attributed to clumsiness; however, for others, negligence is the cause. Wet or slippery floors Floors wet due to liquid spills, rainwater, snow or other substances can be...
Driving is a major part of our lives, but the holiday season makes it even more dangerous than usual. The holiday season is upon us, and as you are out shopping, running errands, or visiting family and friends in Connecticut, it’s worthwhile to take a moment and be...