The old adage that something is “just like riding a bike,” which indicates that once you know how to ride a bike you never have to learn again has been proven time and time again. That doesn’t mean, however, that once you know how to ride a bike you don’t need some simple safety reminders as you ride in your older age. Bicycle safety is something that all riders should refresh themselves on each year when they continue to ride. A recent bicycle accident in Old Lyme that involved a 75-year old cyclist is a good reminder that we all, no matter how old we are, could use a brush up on our safety when riding a bicycle, a motorcycle or when we’re behind the wheel of a car or truck. This accident left both the motorcyclist and the bicyclist injured to the point where they needed to be brought Read the full article…

We take no pleasure in reporting the dangerous trend that has been happening throughout Connecticut where drivers are finding themselves going against traffic and getting into serious accidents on the state’s roads, but unfortunately it is a trend. However, as legislators and state safety officials have been collaborating on measures that can be taken to limit this problem that is plaguing our roads, there is some good news out of Winsted where state troopers were able to stop a vehicle traveling on the road side of the road on Rt. 8. While there have been many measures which have been proposed and passed in the state to start to work on the problem of wrong-way drivers, this was a case where concerned citizens made all the difference. State troopers were alerted to the driver by multiple 911 calls which triggered the state police to go out and find the vehicle Read the full article…

The Federal Highway Administration (FHA) is reporting a 24% drop in the number of teenagers driving in the United States from 1995 to 2021. The study found that the number of teens who are driving in 2021 is 40 percent versus a healthy 64% in 1995. As we are in the midst of the 100 deadliest days for teens getting into accidents it is important to understand the change and determine if this has an impact on a teen’s ability to drive more safely. A New Haven auto accident can occur with drivers of any age, but teens are far more likely to be driving recklessly and at higher speeds then those who are over the age of twenty years old and that is likely due to inexperience and peer pressure. The reduction in teen drivers may be seen by safety experts as a win, as many have pushed for Read the full article…

Earlier this week a portion of State Street was shut down due to an accident which involved a couple of vehicles, but no injuries. This New Haven auto accident was actually one of the more common situations that occurs on our roads. These types of accidents, while severe, do not leave anyone injured which is a great thing. The next question for you if you get into an accident like this should be whether or not you need an attorney to help you fight for your long-term interests. The short answer is yes. The longer answer is that every situation is different and circumstances should dictate whether you engage the services of an attorney even if you weren’t injured as a result of the accident. Here are some circumstances that might require you to seek the advice and support of an attorney even if you are not injured. 1.) Personal Read the full article…

Very few good things happen after midnight on Connecticut’s roads and that was the case when a group of teenagers who had stolen an SUV took to the roads of the city of Waterbury at nearly 2:30a and got into a crash that killed one of the teens in the vehicle. The devastating crash impacted five other passengers, the girl who was thrown from the vehicle and died on impact, another 15-year old who was in critical condition after the accident and three other people who were involved in the crash who sustained minor injuries. While this accident occurred away from the Elm City, these types of New Haven auto accidents do occur from time to time and they are devastating when they happen. In this particular incident there were a number of illegal activities involved in the incident, but in some accidents there is no illegal activity involved they Read the full article…

While there are not amusement parks in New Haven specifically, there are quite a few within a short drive of the Elm City. If you’re planning on taking your family or some friends to one of the area amusement parks you should be aware that there are certain dangers that can arise leaving you injured from a slip and fall accident. These accidents can be severe and require medical attention immediately. There is nothing that would ruin a fun outing to an amusement park like getting injured due to an avoidable injury. It is important to understand what types of dangers exist at amusement parks that otherwise may not exist in a regular environment. While knowing these dangers may not completely prevent you from becoming injured or getting involved in an accident you may be better equipped to handle the dangers of an amusement park with this information in tow. Read the full article…