How Many Lives A Year Do Seatbelts Save?
by AdminMay 13th, 2022
The mountain of evidence that indicates that seatbelts save lives in the event of a New Haven auto accident is undeniable. It is no surprise then that each year seatbelts save a LOT of lives for people who get into auto accidents. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) each year seatbelts save, on average 17,000 lives. This is a staggering number and should be celebrated. Another number relating to seatbelt use is the percentage of people who wear seatbelts. In fact, in 2021 the rate of seatbelt usage in the United States was an incredibly positive 90%. Even more exciting for transportation safety advocates is that the number was up 8% between 2007 and 2021. This huge leap helped save even more lives. Despite the wonderful numbers it is still something that safety experts say needs to be continually driven home to make sure that the Read the full article…
May Is New Haven Bike Month – Let’s Ride
by AdminMay 11th, 2022
The City of New Haven is celebrating Bike Month in May and we thought we would get in on the action. Riding a bike is a great way to get around the city, but it also presents some safety concerns. In order to arrive at your destination without getting into a New Haven bike accident you will want to make sure that you are riding safely and taking all of the precautions you can. We are very lucky in the city of New Haven to have a large portion of the city covered by protected bike lanes that allow riders to limit their interactions with on-coming traffic and ride safely. Using these protected bike lanes is one of the best ways that you can keep yourself and others safe on the road during bike month and beyond. You will also want to take the following precautions to insure a safe Read the full article…
Why It Is Safer For Kids To Ride In The Backseat
by AdminMay 9th, 2022
There is a mountain of evidence that shows that it is safer for kids to be in car seats when riding in a car and it is in fact the law until they are 8 years old and reach 60 pounds. However, AAA recommends that children under the age of 12 years old remain seated in the rear of the vehicle because it is safer for them to do that in the event of a New Haven auto accident. Why does AAA make this recommendation, even though it is not the law? There are two reasons that the organization identifies as good reasons to keep kids in the backseat until they are 12 years of age. Firstly, in nearly half of all accidents the impact is at the front of the vehicle. In this case, a child who is seated in the backseat is further away from the impact of Read the full article…
Electric Scooter Accident Injures Young Child Seriously In Bridgeport
by AdminMay 7th, 2022
Just down the road in Bridgeport a young child was riding with a group on electric scooters when an accident occurred and the child and an adult female were injured and rushed to the emergency room. The pair were a part of a larger group who were riding electric scooters throughout the city and after running into a metal pole in crosswalk faced a serious head injury. Electric scooters are relatively new, but are also growing rapidly in popularity to the point where these types of accidents are on par with New Haven bicycle accidents. In some cases, injuries sustained from an electric scooter accident can be more severe and involve more individuals then just the one riding the scooter at the time. If you are planning on riding an electric scooter there are some safety tips you should know. Some of these mirror safe driving when it comes to Read the full article…
Serious New Haven Slip and Fall Injuries That Can Become Permanent
by AdminMay 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
by AdminMay 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…