In December, families want to spend time together and often travel great distances. If you and your family are traveling you will experience increased traffic congestion as well as an increased risk for a Connecticut car accident. Stay safe by following these tips: Drive safely. Before you and your family hit the road make sure you perform proper maintenance including oil changes, battery check, tire rotation, and top off all fluids. Also make sure you check your vehicle’s lights. Keep your emergency and first aid kit in the car and make sure you are taking breaks as needed. Follow the rules of the road. Obey all speed limit and road safety signs. Keep your mobile devices off while operating your vehicle. Car seat safety. If your children still require a car seat, make sure you are using it properly. Remember, thick, heavy jackets are not to be worn by your child while they are Read the full article…

New Haven parking lots can be risky business. Depending on the lot, it could be congested with a lot of moving vehicles (of all sizes: cars, trucks, buses, etc.) and pedestrians. Auto accidents happen in parking lots throughout the year, but the risk is increased during the holiday season. In fact, lots of fender benders go unreported during this time of year. Here are a few ways to stay safe while maneuvering your way through: Stay alert. Always watch for other cars and people speeding and walking. Avoid two-way lanes where possible. Be polite. Do not take up 2 spots when you only need one. Protect your car. Park away from buildings and not on the ends of rows. Stay in a well-lit area at night. Eyes open. Make sure you can scan the entire field before backing out. Extra aware at the post office. The post office parking lot has a the highest frequency Read the full article…

While most of us are aware that driving on Connecticut roadways in snow could be dangerous, we often fail to acknowledge the other hazards on the road. In addition to snow and ice being the most obvious contributors to some winter New Haven auto accidents, some of these winter related risk factors include: Wind speed affects the distance up to which the drivers can see. During winter, snow and dust can hamper visibility and make it difficult for the drivers to identify obstacles and hazards in their path. High wind speed can create lane obstructions by causing the debris to blow onto roadways. These hazards when combined can significantly increase the risk of accidents, because when visibility is impaired, the driver may not be able to see the debris that has been blown into the roadway and may not be able to get out of the way in time. Poor visibility due to Read the full article…

Cold, icy and snowy weather will be upon us quicker than I’d like to think, but it’s important to prepare and inspect your car before hitting the roadways. Follow these safety tips before heading out. Check your tires. Inspect their tread and if you need to, install snow tires.Tire pressure plays a big part in road safety. Clear your view. Cracked windshields and worn wipers can impair visibility. Check fluids. Keep an eye on your vehicle’s fluid levels during the colder months to avoid engine malfunction. Clear the snow. Keep a long brush or ice scraper in your car to clear snow. It is unlawful in Connecticut to operate a vehicle with snow on the roof of your car or truck. If you or a loved one were injured in a New Haven auto accident, contact our firm to schedule your free consultation. We have been protecting the rights of the injured in New Haven and the Connecticut Read the full article…