Early Sunset Means Greater Chance Of New Haven Bike Accidents
by AdminSeptember 9th, 2020
As the sunset shifts to be earlier and earlier, kids will still be out on the New Haven streets, but now it will be darker. Motorists need to be extra cautious especially around dusk in order to avoid getting into a New Haven bike accident. A recent accident in Putnam, Connecticut involved a 13-year old who is now facing life threatening injuries. This type of accident is preventable if both the driver of the vehicle and the children riding their bicycles follow some key steps to protect themselves. We’ll start with the driver who needs to keep the following in mind: Slow down at all intersections. Even if there are no signs or lights at an intersection, it is with the safety of all in mind that you should slow down through any and all intersections. Drive with your lights on, especially at dusk. Drive slowly in densely populated neighborhoods Read the full article…
Why You Should Not Ignore A New Haven Slip and Fall Injury
by AdminSeptember 7th, 2020
Let’s say you’re walking through the grocery store and suddenly hit a wet spot on the floor and are upended and land on your back. It hurts like crazy, but you decide that you can just “walk it off” and then you move on. It might not feel like much more then a little pain at the time, but it could easily turn into a nagging injury that will last for years to come. When you are involved in a New Haven slip and fall accident you need to make sure you take it seriously. Accidents that involve back injury or any other type of continuous pain that could linger need to be addressed at the moment of impact. If they are not, they will linger. If you are injured from a fall you should absolutely take it seriously and document the fall accordingly. Accidents like a fall can in Read the full article…
Avoid A New Haven Dog Bite Injury By Being Socially Distant
by AdminSeptember 4th, 2020
When you’re out for a walk through the streets of New Haven, it’s always so nice to see others out walking their trusted K9 friends, but seemingly gentle dogs may pack a dangerous bite. That’s why it is so important to stay safe around dogs to avoid a New Haven dog bite. The good news is that now you have another excuse to not approach the dog, social distance. Now that we are required to be six feet apart from our neighbors when out for a walk, we can use this strategy to stay safe around unknown dogs. When you see someone approaching with a dog that is unfamiliar to you, maintain your social distance and you should be fine. Six feet of distance between you and the dog should be plenty of space for the owner to keep the pup from encroaching on your space. If there is not Read the full article…
Kids Are Home From School So Pedestrian Accidents Are More Likely In New Haven
by AdminSeptember 2nd, 2020
With New Haven Public Schools opening in a distance learning phase this school year, the 2020-2021 school year will be significantly different then those before it. Instead of having to watch for buses stopping at bus stops, you’ll need to be on the lookout for more pedestrians in the streets of the city. Kids will be learning on their computers, yes, but when it’s time for recess and after school activities there will be more students in the streets. That is why it is more important then ever that you are diligent about taking safety precautions throughout the city to prevent a New Haven pedestrian accident. With this in mind, let’s review some safety measures you can take as a driver that can help save a life. Always slow or stop at a crosswalk or an intersection. Kids don’t always look both ways before they cross the street, so you Read the full article…
Three Things That Cause Distracted Driving And New Haven Auto Accidents That Aren’t Your Phone
by AdminAugust 26th, 2020
You may have seen the signs throughout New Haven and on I-95 and I-91 over the last couple of weeks that indicate, “You Text, You Drive, You Pay.” This annual campaign is meant to encourage folks to put their phones down in order to prevent a New Haven auto accident. There are well documented risks associated with using your phone to talk or text while driving. These risks can lead to serious and often fatal outcomes for the driver, his/her passengers, or other motorists on the road. It is a risk that should be taken seriously, but it is not the only way a driver can become distracted. When operating a vehicle there are distractions too many to count and keep you and your passengers safe requires avoiding these distractions at all costs. Some of these distractions that are not related to your phone include: Food: Grabbing a coffee or a bite Read the full article…
Help Kids Avoid A Connecticut Pedestrian Accident With These Tips
by AdminAugust 24th, 2020
As New Haven schools prepare to bring back all of their kids in a virtual learning environment, parents are left wondering how to keep their kids occupied when they are not learning on their computers. The best and easiest way to do this is to let them spend lots of extra time outside. During the warmer autumn months this is a perfect way to keep kids busy while also getting them the exercise they so desperately need. Not unlike the summer months, having kids outside more means a greater chance of a Connecticut pedestrian accident. There are however some really simple steps parents can teach their kids to keep them safe. Spending just a few minutes with your kids and these tips will not only save your sanity, but it will also keep them safe while they enjoy the beautiful fall weather that New Haven has to offer. Tip #1: Read the full article…