You already know that December is National Drunk and Driving Awareness Month and how you can avoid getting into a New Haven auto accident due to being behind the wheel after you’ve been drinking alcohol, but there are also things you need to know if you’re planning on using drugs this month or any month. While many of the same rules apply to drugged driving that also apply to drunk driving there are some steps you can take to put yourself in a position to remain safe even if you are planning to use drugs at a party or otherwise. When recreational marijuana use became legal in Connecticut in July of 2021 there were many who said it had the possibility of presenting dangerous circumstances for those who used the drug. While the data is still out on whether or not those predictions were right, one thing is for certain Read the full article…

Throughout the year there are many different awareness month and some of the most important involve driving safety. In December, a month when many people are out celebrating with friends and family, it is important to acknowledge the dangers of drunk and drugged driving. Throughout this month we will be highlighting National Drunk and Driving Awareness Month both here, on our website, and on our Facebook account so you have all of the information you need to stay safe and avoid a New Haven auto accident this and every month. As holiday parties and get togethers arise for you this month, you will want to make sure you approach them with joy, but also with caution as you need to take your safety into your own hands. If you don’t spend enough time making sure you’re taking the right steps to keep yourself safe you may wind up in a Read the full article…

For many it’s an age old tradition, you hop in the car and you head out on an adventure to find the most stunning holiday lights displays in the area. Maybe you bring hot chocolate and listen to your favorite carols. It’s a joyous time, but if you’re not careful it could turn into a New Haven auto accident quite quickly. We would never want to throw cold water on to a tradition that has been years in the making, nor do we want to make light peeping seem dangerous or scary, because it is anything but that, however, you should be aware of the dangers and how to avoid them so you can enjoy a quiet night out and about. So take a few minutes to look over these tips that will help keep you discovering ever more extravagant light shows every night from now until the end of Read the full article…

While it is far from the most common type of New Haven auto accident, a car hitting a home or business does happen from time to time. These types of accidents can be quite severe and can put the occupants of the home or business at great risk of injury and even death. Even though this type of accident is not particularly common, it is still something you should be aware of that can happen and be ready for it if it does happen. Preparation is the key to safety in this case. A family in nearby Milford found this out the hard way as at around 8p one night a few weeks ago their home was struck by a vehicle and pushed 12 inches off of its foundation. The driver of the vehicle had to be removed using the jaws of life and the family who was in the Read the full article…