It’s not a surprise that our area has been soaked with rain over the last few weeks and there is certainly more to come as the Spring weather is just beginning. Some people may assume that rain is safer to drive in then snow is and in some cases that may be true, but there is one particular hazard that rain causes that is not caused by any other weather situation and that is standing water. Standing water or large puddles can become a serious road hazard which may lead to a New Haven auto accident if you are not careful when you approach them. The good news is, they are not the type of weather condition that is likely to sneak up on you or get progressively worse. In most cases standing water is easy to spot and to avoid so it is one of the simpler hazards to Read the full article…

Late night New Haven auto accidents are generally the most common types of accidents that happen. There are a variety of reasons for this which include alcohol and drug impaired driving, drowsy driving and the decreased visibility that comes with driving late at night. Drivers who are behind the wheel in these states are often among the most dangerous to encounter any time of the day, but you are much more likely to encounter someone who is experiencing these states late at night. There are a couple of reasons for this, let’s take them one at a time. 1.) Driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs. There is a far greater risk of running into someone who has been drinking or doing drugs in the evening hours, especially the late evening hours. This is especially true on the weekends as parties and bars stay open well into the early morning Read the full article…

As the calendar is just about to turn to March and the weather is slowly but surely warming up it is time to talk about the dangers that exist when you hit the road in the spring. There are more hazards on the road to deal with in the spring that could lead to a New Haven auto accident then you might expect and they go well beyond the weather conditions. It is important for you to beware of all the hazards that are possible during the spring months so you can get to your destination safely. Before we get into the non-weather specific hazards that exist during the spring, it is important to remember that some weather conditions do still exist and can be quite serious in making your ride treacherous. While snow and ice are less likely, there may be a morning or evening that comes with slightly Read the full article…