Dangerous Distractions Are Not Just For Driving, Avoid New Haven Pedestrian Accidents While Distracted Walking

by
September 4th, 2024

It’s hard to escape the world talking about distracted driving and how it is dangerous for you when you’re behind the wheel. There is no doubt this is true and certainly is a topic that should be discussed, but there is also something happening among those who are walking throughout our city. People who are walking and are distracted are leading to more and more New Haven pedestrian accidents because they can’t avoid the distractions that come when they are navigating the city streets. These distractions can be just as deadly as being distracted while you’re driving. While it doesn’t get talked about enough, it is important to shine a light on this dangerous trend. One of the most important things you can do if you’re walking or jogging through the Elm City is to make sure you follow all of the traffic rules. Use a crosswalk when you’re going Read the full article…

Three Things To Consider During Baby Safety Month So They Don’t Turn Into A Devastating New Haven Personal Injury

by
September 2nd, 2024

Safety in all forms is of major concern to us all, but when it comes to the health and safety of babies there is not a more important topic to discuss. September is Baby Safety Month and it is important to look at a few of the situations that can occur that may cause a New Haven personal injury incident with a baby and ways to protect and keep those who are the youngest among us safe. First, it is important to note that when you are thinking about how to keep a baby in your care safe you should always consult professionals with area expertise who can help make sure you are doing the best possible thing for a baby to keep them safe. While the information in this post will give you a starting point, it should be just that, a starting point to begin thinking about ways Read the full article…

The Impact Of A DUI Arrest On Families

by
August 30th, 2024

When you find yourself in need of a DUI Defense attorney, you may be thinking about the legal impact a DUI arrest may have on you, personally, but you may not be thinking about the impact it may have on your family. There is most certainly a major impact on your ability to drive in the future, avoid jail time and more as it relates to your own personal difficulties surrounding this type of an arrest, but an arrest in this arena can also be quite difficult on your family as well. Before you think about the impact an arrest may have on you and your family, you should consider how you can avoid an arrest all together. The best way to keep yourself from having to deal with a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) arrest is to not do this in the first place. If you’re planning on drinking Read the full article…

New Driver Headed Back To School?  Help Them Avoid A New Haven Auto Accident

by
August 29th, 2024

Going back to school is an exciting time for parents and kids, but it becomes an especially exciting time for those kids who have just earned their drivers license over the summer and are able to drive themselves to school. These drivers, while excited, are also quite inexperienced and this could put them and others at risk of getting into a New Haven auto accident as many studies have shown that one of the most dangerous demographics of drivers are new drivers. So, what are parents to do? On one hand, you want to give your newly minted driver the keys and let them have the independence they so crave at this age. On the other hand, you know there is a grave risk at handing them your car and letting them race to school each and every school day. There has to be some sort of middle ground. That Read the full article…

Avoid These Distractions To Avoid A New Haven Auto Accident

by
August 27th, 2024

From the very beginning it is important that you know that none of the distractions mentioned below are going to be cell phones. Yes, cell phones are a major concern and can be significant distraction when driving and can most certainly lead to a New Haven auto accident, but these days cell phones grab all the headlines when any distraction is bad while you’re driving. Today, distractions are everywhere and if you’re not careful you might find yourself driving while you’re not paying attention to the road in front of you. If this occurs to you, you are putting yourself in grave danger of getting into a car accident. Distracted driving is among one of the most dangerous things you can do when you’re driving and if you find yourself in a situation where you have the option to do something besides focus on the road in front of you, Read the full article…

Best Practices To Avoid A New Haven Slip And Fall Accident While Doing Back To School Shopping

by
August 23rd, 2024

As the buses start to roll once again, parents of kids everywhere are scrambling to get those last minute back to school shopping trips completed. These types of trips can be quite hectic as the stores are busier and often families are in a rush so it is important to have a plan of attack when going shopping so you can stay safe. Your safety might not be the first thing you think about when you’re heading to the mall, but it should be on your list so you can avoid a New Haven slip and fall accident and make sure your shopping trip is successful and free from injury. Parents and grandparents know that shopping with kids can be quite the experience that can leave you breathless and spinning in eight million directions. This type of frenetic pace can lead to forgetting or ignoring simple best practices that can Read the full article…