New Haven Auto Accidents: Memorial Day Travel At All Time High

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May 24th, 2018

If you are one of the 41.5 million Americans hitting the road this Memorial Day Weekend you won’t be alone. This weekend is predicted to have the highest number of travelers in 12 years which the heaviest travel days today and tomorrow. While you are on the road, here are some tips to avoid a New Haven auto accident as you head out of town. Avoid using your mobile device while driving. Stay calm. Avoid a road rage. If you are traveling on a motorcycle, stay safe. Slow traveling vehicles belong on the road too. The New Haven auto accident attorneys at The LoRicco Law Firm wish you safe travels this weekend!

New Haven Drivers Concerned Over Distracted Driving

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May 16th, 2018

New Haven auto accidents happen pretty frequently. In fact, a recent survey by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, distracted driving topped the list of growing concerns by drivers. Roughly 85% of drivers believe that distracted driving is on the rise over other risky behaviors like: Drunk driving at 43% Drivers using drugs at 55% Aggressive driving at 68% Nearly half of drivers, 49%, reported talking on a held-held phone while driving and nearly 35% say they have sent a text or email. Cell phone usage can increase the auto accident risk for drivers. On average, those using a cell phone took their eyes off of the road in the moments leading up to a crash and also failed to react more than half of the time before a rear-end collision. If you or your loved one was injured you may need a New Haven auto accident attorney. Our team of experienced attorneys will begin an Read the full article…

Tips To Avoid a New Haven Auto Accident With Wildlife

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May 14th, 2018

Have you ever been driving down the road and a deer, squirrel, raccoon, or another creature almost caused a New Haven auto accident? Whether it was a large animal like a deer, or smaller animal like a raccoon or squirrel,  auto accidents can happen. There are a few things New Haven and Connecticut shoreline motorists can do to avoid a collision with a wild animal: Mind the shoulder as you may be able to see an animal on the side of the road. Look for animal crossing signs and proceed with caution. These signs are in the shape of a yellow diamond. Avoid swerving and choose to brake instead. Swerving may cause your vehicle to travel into another lane injuring other passengers on the road. Eye the eyes as your headlights might be able catch their reflections. If you or a loved one were injured as the result of a hitting or swerving Read the full article…

New Haven Personal Injury: Why Dogs Attack Those They Know

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May 10th, 2018

Dog bites can happen more often over the winter season. During these months, we keep our celebrations indoors; and that typically includes Fido, too. But even though Fido is outdoors during spring/summer celebrations, New Haven personal injuries can still happen. In the state of Connecticut, the dog bite law is strict liability. This means that when the dog you care for harms another, you are responsible for the injuries. There are very few exceptions. Dogs show their stress in their behavior by licking their lips, pulling back ears, whites of the eyes showing. growling/barking, turning their head/body away, stiff body and resisting following their owner’s commands. As people are indoors celebrating, our dogs might be getting stressed out. Here are a few ways to keep everyone safe. Keep children supervised. Children love dogs, but dogs don’t always love them back, mostly because of their unpredictable movements. Stick to their diet. Avoid feeding Fido anything other Read the full article…

Tips to Avoid a Springtime New Haven Auto Accident

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May 7th, 2018

New Haven auto accidents during every season. Each one brings its own weather challenges than can affect our roadways. Below are a few tips to keep yourself safe and avoid a New Haven auto accident. Hailstorms can pop up in the springtime and can be stressful in driving situations. If a hailstorm begins while you are behind the wheel, pull off the road when it is safe and under a shelter to to protect your car’s body and glass. Rain makes roadways wet which can make them slippery. When it is appropriate, lower your speed. It is also important to make sure the rain can be wiped from your windshield. Replace wiper blades as necessary. Pedestrians and cyclists will be out and about on the roadways. They have every right to be there and must follow the same rules as motorists. Springtime means wild animals will be out and about. Keep an Read the full article…

New Haven Personal Injury: Nearly 6,800 Student Concussions In Connecticut Last Year

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May 5th, 2018

The Connecticut Department of Education recently released concussion statistics for the 2016-17 school year. Nearly 6,800 students ranging from pre-kindergarten to 12th graders were included in this data. A concussion is caused by a jolt, bump or blow to the head that causes the brain to twist or bounce around in the skull. This type of injury causes stretching, damage and chemical changes in brain cells. The Connecticut General Assembly passed legislation that was enacted July 1, 2014 with the following safety laws for child concussion injuries: Any league or intramural coach that observes a student athlete with concussion symptoms after witnessing a blow to the head shall immediately remove that student from play for proper evaluation. The student athlete must have written consent or approval from a qualified healthcare provider to return to play. The student cannot participate in full practice or games until written clearance is granted by Read the full article…

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