It seems like our days are getting longer and longer. New data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows that commute times have increased in the last five years. Connecticut commuters spend an average of 26 minutes each way getting to work with the national average being 26.4 minutes. Longer drives to work can mean less sleep for for commuters and sleep deprived individuals are at an increased risk of causing a New Haven auto accident. Drivers who sleep less than four hours are 11.5 times more likely to get in a car crash. It decreases with the more sleep a driver gets. Those who get six to seven hours of sleep are 1.3 times the risk. If you or your loved one were in a crashand suspect the other driver was driving drowsy, call our office. Our team of experienced New Haven auto accident attorneys will help you navigate  the claims process Read the full article…

When winter hits in New Haven, it can make the winter driving conditions treacherous, especially when the roads are icy and snowy. Rain, sleet, snow, and ice contribute to New Haven auto accidents, but did you know they are deadlier than natural disasters? According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, these accidents cause 5,900 fatalities each year. Some of the most common ways winter weather can affect New Haven auto accidents are: Bald tires. Tires that are bald do not grip the road adequately and therefore could cause your car to crash, or an on-coming car to crash into you. Low visibility. Blinding rain, heavy snowfall, and dense fog can significantly reduce your ability to see what is in front of you. Bursts of snow and rain can negatively impact your ability to see within seconds. If other drivers fail to adjust to these conditions and speed or follow too closely, Read the full article…

Drive along any highway or roadway, and you’re bound to come across a New Haven auto accident. The 2018 Global Status Report on Road Safety reports that traffic-related deaths reached an all-time high in 2016 with 1.35 million worldwide. This makes auto accidents the eighth leading cause of death for people of all ages. Globally, 29% of deaths are car occupants, 28% are those using motorized two- and three-wheelers, 26% are pedestrians and cyclists, and the remaining 17% are unidentified road users. If you or your loved one was injured in a crash, contact our New Haven auto accident attorneys immediately. Our team will be meet you at home or hospital and will work to protect your interests.