Serious New Haven Slip and Fall Injuries That Can Become Permanent

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May 5th, 2022

When you are faced with a situation where a New Haven slip and fall accident can occur you may not think that it would be life changing in any way.  However, slip and fall injuries can be very serious depending on where they happen, how they happen and to what degree they happen.  This type of incident should be taken seriously and you should be cautious whenever you are faced with a situation like a stairway or a sidewalk that could create a potential hazard. While it is true that a large percentage of injuries that result from a slip and fall accident are not generally life changing in any serious way, there are times where accidents happen that are so severe that you can face an injury that will cause you pain and suffering for the rest of your life.  It is for this reason that you should always Read the full article…

May Kicks Off National Motorcycle Awareness Month

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May 1st, 2022

The start of a new calendar month means another month to bring awareness to the world around us.  This month we are talking all about motorcycles and how these incredible vehicles can make our world a better place in a safe way.  The first step to enjoying motorcycle riding is to do it safely and avoid any New Haven motorcycle accident. One of the best things about the spring and summer months is the fact that they present, generally, the perfect riding conditions for getting out on your motorcycle and exploring the area that you live or even beyond that.  Motorcycles offer a unique way to see the world and get up close and personal with the world around you.  If you’re hitting the road on your motorcycle for your first ride or your hundredth ride you will want to do it in a safe way to keep yourself from Read the full article…

A Complete List Of Distractions To Avoid While You’re Driving

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April 30th, 2022

As we close out National Distracted Driving Awareness Month we wanted to take one last opportunity to remind you of all the distractions that could potentially affect your ability to avoid a New Haven auto accident injury.  We will take other opportunities throughout the year to continually remind you of these distractions that can cause serious injuries or worse, but we wanted to make sure there was one place you could go to have a full list and bookmark it so you could review it from time to time. Distractions are not often highlighted when you’re taking a test to get your license or when you’re learning how to drive from a family member or friend, so it is important that you brush up on these distractions from time to time.  We recommend no distractions at all when behind the wheel because your number one focus should be on the Read the full article…

Tesla Adds Many More Vehicles To “Boombox” Recall

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April 28th, 2022

You may have noticed that the founder of Tesla, Elon Musk, has been in the news this week for his takeover of the popular social network Twitter.  It’s an eye popping $44 billion takeover that might have taken your eyes away from another Musk centered news story that could have significantly greater impact on your day to day life.  Elon Musk’s Tesla brand autos had to recall a large number of vehicles due to safety concerns with their new “Boombox” feature which has the potential to lead to more New Haven pedestrian accidents. In 2018 regulators began requiring that makers of hybrid and electric vehicles must include the functionality for their vehicles to play sounds that will alert pedestrians of it’s presence on the road at low speeds.  Presumably this was done to protect pedestrians who may not be able to hear hybrid or electric vehicles coming due to their Read the full article…

New Haven Slip And Fall Accidents Don’t Just Happen In The Winter

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April 25th, 2022

The winter months can be a time when injuries from slipping and falling are very common.  You may read a lot of information about how ice and snow on sidewalks and walkways can lead to serious injury and in some cases fatal injuries.  This is all very true, but it is important to note that this is not where the danger ends.  When the temperatures rise into the 40s and 50s the danger for a New Haven slip and fall accident does not just disappear.  In fact, in some cases the danger for this type of injury can increase because we are not on the lookout for these types of dangers as much as we would be if there was snow or ice on the ground. Take for instance a trip up a set of stairs.  In the winter months you may find yourself taking one step at a time Read the full article…

Three Spring Safety Tips To Avoid A New Haven Motorcycle Accident

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April 21st, 2022

There is no better time to ride your motorcycle then the spring in New Haven.  The weather is warming up and there are a whole host of beautiful places to visit on a day ride that will leave you breathless.  However, spring can also be a dangerous month to be riding your motorcycle and could lead to a New Haven motorcycle accident if you don’t take precautions. Even the most experienced rider may come out in the spring and be a little rusty from a few months of having the bike stored and not riding it.  Any good rider knows to take it easy before hitting the road and excessive speeds which have been shown to be the greatest indicator of serious injury in both car and motorcycle accidents.  Easing into the spring season is the best thing a motorcycle rider can do in order to maintain safety. There are Read the full article…