This year Connecticut auto accidents deaths have been on the rise and an alarming new look at the number of deaths on our roads has many experts concerned that this will actually end up being the deadliest year on record on Connecticut’s roads.  Through November 1st, 2021 there have been 283 fatalities due to auto accidents in the state, that puts us on pace to have the most deaths in a single year in our state’s history. Last year, 2020, was a deadly year on Connecticut’s roads as well, but this year is significantly higher as the state is seeing an increase in auto accident deaths by 16% over this time last year.  Experts warn that if this trend continues the number of deaths will continue to climb, especially with one of the deadliest months for auto accidents coming up in December.  With more and more people out traveling for Read the full article…

Not to oversell it too much, but the new bi-partisan infrastructure bill that will be signed in the coming days by President Biden passed the U.S. Congress with support from both parties due in large part to the monumental investments in roads, bridges, and broadband that the bill codifies into law.  One provision that is getting less attention though is the part of the bill that requires auto manufacturers to add certain safety features to new vehicles by 2026. The new law requires that all vehicles sold after 2026 include a passive technology that will help determine whether a driver who gets behind the wheel is intoxicated or not.  The bill does not specify what technology should be used for this purpose, it requires the U.S. Department of Transportation to work with auto manufacturers to determine the best technology for the job.  Currently, with over 10,000 deaths associated with drunk Read the full article…

You’ve spent your days and nights hemming and hawing about what your Halloween costume will be and now the day is upon us.  Maybe it was your child who was hemming and hawing over their Halloween costume, but nonetheless the day is here and we want to make sure you stay safe when you are out and about through the city.  There is a great potential for a New Haven auto accident when so many people are out and about Trick or Treating.  With more people walking throughout the city, it’s important that you stay vigilant in being aware of people who may not be paying as much attention as they should be. While there are a lot of things parents can talk to their Trick or Treaters about how to stay safe like not running, looking both ways before crossing, etc., it’s also important that as a driver you Read the full article…