On A Road Trip Your Passenger Can Help Prevent A New Haven Auto Accident

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September 16th, 2024

The fall foliage season is upon us and one of the traditional New England things to do is go on a road trip to peep the leaves. This fun activity is made even more enjoyable by riding along with some of your favorite people. Whether friends or family, having passengers in the car with you can make a road trip even more enjoyable. If the passengers are well-versed on being good, safe passengers, it can also go a long way in helping you avoid a New Haven auto accident by taking care of some of the most important things that are required for safe driving. You may not consider a passenger to be a big component to a safe driving plan, but the truth is that a passenger can play either a good role in keeping the whole care safe or a negative role. If you are driving you should Read the full article…

How To Use Assisted Driving Technologies Safely To Avoid A New Haven Auto Accident

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September 12th, 2024

There is a whole lot of talk in the world about autonomous cars and how they will be the self-driving future that has only been talked about in science fiction movies. These cars do exist currently, but they are not widely available. What auto manufacturers have been slowly rolling out to new vehicles is assisted driving technologies. These tools, that are designed to help you avoid a New Haven auto accident, include things like lane assistance which aims to keep you in a lane and notify you when you’re drifting out of the lane. Most new cars come equipped with some level of this technology these days and it has fancy names like AutoPilot or BlueCruise, but they all do mostly the same thing. When you are driving your vehicle may notify you that you are drifting out of a lane or it may even help you stay centered in Read the full article…

Don’t Buy-In To These Common New Haven Dog Bite Misconceptions

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September 10th, 2024

Many people among us have been pet owners and a lot of pet owners have specifically had dogs. That’s why there is a lot of “expertise” around how to safely interact with dogs and what certain motions and movements mean when you’re approaching a dog. Some of these misconceptions can be dangerous and if followed can lead to a New Haven dog bite injury which could leave you or a loved one significantly hurt and in need of long-term care. While everyone who gives advice on how to stay safe around dogs generally means well and often the information that they are sharing has been passed down to them to others who are “familiar” with the behaviors of dogs, this is advice is often riddled with inconsistencies that could put you at risk. Even if you have been a dog lover and even a dog owner for your whole life Read the full article…

Make These Vehicle Safety Checks Part Of Your Monthly Car Maintenance

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September 6th, 2024

Have you ever gotten into your car and thought to yourself, man it’s been a long time since I’ve gotten a tune-up? It happens to the best of us, so don’t beat yourself up about it, but it’s certainly not something you want to let go too long. A car that is not cared for can lead to a situation that could end up involving you in a New Haven auto accident and leave you kicking yourself for not maintaining your car more regularly. Regular car maintenance is required on a monthly basis, just like it is important that you take care of your own physical health regularly. Taking care of your car can be a challenge as you roll through your busy life and oil changes take a back seat to board meetings, but these types of maintenance activities can be so important, not only to extending the life Read the full article…

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

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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

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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…