It is very well documented that distracted driving is a public safety concern as well as a cause for New Haven personal injury. It is such a problem that many states, including Connecticut, have laws banning mobile device usage to varying degrees. While we may laugh at the woman who falls over the cellar doors, distracted walking is very dangerous. In fact, the Connecticut lawmakers are considering legislation that would give violators a warning for a first offense and a $20 fine for each subsequent offense. Common risks associated with distracted walking are: Trips, sprains, and strains Fractures and broken bones Cuts and bruises Spinal cord injuries Concussions and brain injuries Death If you or a loved one was injured and believe someone else was negligent, contact the New Haven personal injury lawyers at The LoRicco Law Firm. Our team will work to help protect your long term interests.  

Now that winter is gone and springtime is here, different New Haven personal injury hazards will present. You made it through the ice and snow, but springtime has a lot of hazards that could potentially hurt you. Melting and refreezing snow. Melting snow and ice do more than just create potholes and cracks. For example, if you hit a patch of water on the road, you could hydroplane and potentially cause an accident. Or if melted ice refreezes overnight, it could present a much bigger hazard. Emerging wildlife. During the winter, you don’t have to worry too much about animals on the roads. But as the temperatures rise and snow thaws, hibernating animals awaken and leave their homes to feed and explore. This increase in animal activity puts drivers at a greater risk for car accidents-especially because certain animals tend to bolt onto the roads unexpectedly. Cracks and potholes. And iced-over trees, Read the full article…

The Governors’ Highway Safety Association recently released a report on pedestrian traffic fatalities. Connecticut fatalities have increased 53% from 2017 to 2018. From January to June 2018, 29 pedestrians were killed on Connecticut roadways; for the same time period in 2017, 19 pedestrians were killed. The GHSA cites increased unsafe driving behaviors, unfriendly infrastructure, as well as an increased presence of sport utility vehicles (SUV). Both motorists and pedestrians have a responsibility to stay safe on the roads. Here are a few things both can do: Obey all posted signage, lights, and traffic laws. Stay alert whether behind the wheel or on the sidewalk. Keep your phone in your pocket or purse when traveling to avoid distraction. If you were injured in a New Haven pedestrian accident, contact our office for a free consultation. Our experienced team of New Haven personal injury attorneys will help you with your claim.