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…
New Haven Auto Accidents & Rear End Collisions
by New Haven Auto Accident AttorneyAugust 21st, 2020
There are many types of New Haven auto accidents. Rear end crashes happen and the severity of injuries depends on many factors, including speed, type of vehicle, and weather conditions. If you or a loved one were the victim of a rear-end collision, you may have more serious injuries. Rear-end accidents happen anytime and anywhere: stopped at a red light, on the highway, or driving the speed limit. However the accident happened, the risk of injury is high. Some common injuries associated with rear end collisions include: Traumatic brain injuries including concussions Broken bones Spinal injuries Soft tissue injuries—sprains and strains Whiplash Facial bruising (due to the force of impact when an airbag deploys) If you or a loved one were injured in a crash, the New Haven auto accident attorneys can help with your claim. The insurance companies will do everything they can not pay on your injuries, but we know their Read the full article…
8 Tips For Teen Drivers (And The Rest Of Us Too)
by New Haven Auto Accident AttorneyAugust 19th, 2020
Teen drivers (16 and 17 year olds) in Connecticut have a restricted driver’s license that has been proven to keep them safer. In addition to attending a two-hour training class with their parent/guardian, teens are operating restrictions put on their license. Below are eight tips for teen drivers (an really all of us): Watch your speed. Drive within the speed limit and allow plenty of space for stopping. Always wear your seatbelt. Always buckle up and make sure your passengers do as well. Know your vehicle. Learn the controls of your vehicle before you take it out on the road. Know your blind spots. Every vehicle has blind spots and making sure you know where they are and how to work within them to keep yourself and others on the road safe. Show your intentions. Make sure you are using your turn signals to let other drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. Leave Read the full article…
New Haven Personal Injury: 4 Most Common Fall Injuries
by New Haven Personal Injury LawyerAugust 17th, 2020
As New Haven personal injury lawyers, we see injuries that are life-changing. A slip and fall can lead to serious injuries. Below are some of the most common that you could sustain: 1.) Head injuries. A head striking the ground, curb, As New Haven personal injury lawyers, we see injuries that are life-changing. A slip and fall can lead to serious injuries. Below are some of the most common that you could sustain:shelf, or other structure can cause lifelong impairments and injuries. Concussions are now classified as traumatic brain injuries (TBI). 2.) Neck, back and spine injuries. A slip and fall accident, even trying to CATCH yourself from falling, can cause extremely painful and difficult to treat injuries. Slipped, bulging or herniated disks can cause chronic pain and even lead to surgery or make a return to work impossible. 3.) Hip and/or pelvic injuries. Broken hips and pelvis bones are most often seen Read the full article…