It is no surprise that summer rain storms can be can be extremely violent and drop large amounts of precipitation on roadways. Weather can be a contributing factor to New Haven auto accidents. Take extra precautions when traveling in wet, stormy weather. Don’t tailgate. The spray created by tires, especially those of large trucks and busses, limits your vision. If you must pass, do so quickly and safely. Avoid splashing pedestrians. Never drive through moving water if you can’t see the ground; it could sweep you and your car off the road! Use headlights in rainy, gloomy, foggy and overcast conditions. Not only will you have greater visibility, but other cars will be able to get a better view of you. When traveling New Haven roadways in the rain, stay toward the middle lane. Roadways are crowned and water tends to pool in the outer lanes. Never drive through a large Read the full article…

New Haven students will be out of school in just a few weeks and that means many families will will hit the road for family vacations. More people on the road means that there are more instances for possible New Haven auto accidents. Follow these safe driving tips before you hit the road! Maintain your vehicle Drive when you are focused – driving when inebriated, emotionally upset, or on certain prescription medications can cause impairments. Obey traffic laws Be alert and ready to react to situations New Haven auto accidents increase over the summer as more people are traveling around and through our state.  Following these tips will help you minimize your risk of finding yourself in need of a New Haven auto accident attorney.  The attorneys at The LoRicco Law Firm wish all Connecticut families a happy and safe summer season!

Traveling down Interstates 95 and 91 in New Haven can become very frightening when maneuvering around those large tractor trailer trucks. The Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles has compiled a pamphlet with some driving tips on how to safely maneuver around and avoid a New Haven auto accident. 1. Stay out of blind spots. Never linger in any of the four blind spots on a truck. If you cannot see the truck’s side mirrors, the driver cannot see you! 2. Pass safely. Always pass a truck on the left side. Do not speed up to pass the truck or go back into the truck’s traveling lane without providing the appropriate distance between your car and the truck. Trucks need more space to slow down. 3. Follow safely. Do not follow too closely, As mentioned in #1, if you can’t see the mirrors, the driver can’t see you. 4. Stay in your lane. The two right lanes Read the full article…

Whether it is high-speed travel along I-95 or I-91, or lower speed travel through downtown, it is no secret that travel through New Haven can be dangerous.  Distracted driving can add to that danger, and can cause undue New Haven auto accidents that can hurt yourself or others. Staying focused on the road will help keep you and other drivers safe. This is especially imperative for those with teen drivers, who are inexperienced with driving and have a higher incidence of being distracted. We all need a reminder every so often to put down the phone or not eat while driving, because the safety of all those on the road is paramount. Types of distracted driving include: Texting or talking on your cell phone Eating or drinking Reading Grooming or applying makeup Using GPS systems Smoking Reaching for toys Getting something out of a purse or other bag If you or Read the full article…

New Haven auto accidents may be caused by road rage in drivers, a study recently released by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety found that road rage plays a large role in how American drivers express themselves while behind the wheel. Nearly 80% of drivers expressed anger, aggression, and road rage while operating a motor vehicle and those of us that live in the northeast are 30% more likely to express this type of aggression than other parts of the country. This study found that drivers who express the most amount of road rage are: Males and young drivers 19-39 years old are more likely to participate in aggressive behavior. Men are three times more likely than women to purposefully ram another vehicle. Drivers who admit to speeding are more likely to purposefully cut off another vehicle. The type of behavior reported to the study include: 51% purposely tailgate 47% of Read the full article…

This weekend, Memorial Day Weekend, marks the unofficial start of summer. While many will be hitting the road to start a summer vacation take a few moments to review some prevention and planning measures to keep your family safe and avoid a New Haven auto accident. It may prevent a breakdown, that seven million Americans will face this summer. Vehicle Checklist Tires Wipers Fluids Belts and hoses Cooling system and air conditioning Lights Make sure everyone in the car is wearing their safety belt. Car seats or booster seats should be properly installed and used. In the State of Connecticut it is against the law for the driver to operate a mobile device.  Additionally, operating a motor vehicle while under the influence can not only get you a fined, but criminal charges as well. Make sure your car is stocked with a spare tire, jack, water, flares, jumper cables, first aid kit, windshield washer fluid, Read the full article…