In the last few weeks the term street takeover has become a common refrain throughout the state of Connecticut. In fact, just this past weekend there were four street takeovers in four different towns in the state. Take for instance this one in Milford where it was estimated that over 100 cars and 150 people were taking part in this dangerous activity. When these events happen there is a significant risk of getting into a New Haven auto accident if you’re not careful and don’t take the necessary precautions. First it is important to understand what this type of event actually is and how to tell if you’re approaching one. The vast majority of street takeovers occur late at night and into the early morning hours. Large groups of people bring their cars to a specific area where they intend to stop their vehicles and often get out of their Read the full article…

It is our sincerest hope that when a New Haven auto accident does occur that all parties involved make it out of the crash with no injuries and property damage is the only thing that needs to be sorted out, but unfortunately this is not always how things come to pass. In many accidents that occur throughout the state there are injuries that happen to the drivers of the vehicles and sometimes even passengers who are involved in the incident. In more extreme cases there are deaths that occur as the result of one of these tragic events. One of the more common situations that are being seen throughout the state and throughout the country right now is accidents that happen due to a driver who is distracted. One of the main distractions that is causing a lot of these accidents is texting while driving. If a driver is texting Read the full article…

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…