Preventing a New Haven Auto Accident and Road Rage

As New Haven auto accident attorneys, our firm sees accidents, and unfortunately injuries, of every variety. Accidents occur from a myriad of reasons, including aggressive driving and road rage. What is the difference?

According to AAA, aggressive driving is when a driver tailgates, drives too fast, and does not follow traffic laws. Road rage is when a driving uses a vehicle or another weapon to threaten or harm another in response to traffic incident. It is an emotional response typically spurred on by aggressive driving.

As a motorist, there are a few things you can do to prevent road rage, and possibly a New Haven auto accident.

• Avoid conflict.
• Do not take the right of way. The right of way is given.
• Turn off high-beams when you come upon an on-coming vehicle.
• Do not drive behind a car with your high-beams on.
• Be as polite on the road as you would at a party. You can control your response to road rage.

If you find yourself in a situation with an aggressive driver, you can follow these steps to protect yourself. Our team of New Haven auto accident attorneys is standing by to help you protect your rights. Contact our office for your free consultation.