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During the pandemic, a lot of people decided to stop using rideshare services like those offered by Uber and Lyft. As a result, the companies faced a driver shortage that is continuing through 2021. In April, Uber announced it was launching a $250 million “stimulus” for drivers. Lyft, a rideshare competitor, announced it would cover...

  Anyone using Massachusetts roads faces a risk of injury or death. That’s a grim reality, whether you’re in a car, on a motorcycle, on foot, or riding a bicycle. But can Massachusetts roads become safer? Governor Charlie Baker thinks so. His administration recently filed legislation that focuses on improving road safety. The administration proposes...

You’re behind the wheel of your car and see bright orange cones ahead followed by a “construction zone” sign. As you get closer, you see workers in hardhats along the side of the road, or even in the road, making repairs. Every driver eventually finds themselves needing to navigate a work zone. Drivers in Connecticut...

With more and more states, including Massachusetts, legalizing recreational use of marijuana, a growing number of drivers are wondering if it’s OK to get behind the wheel after using cannabis. Decades of research have helped guide laws related to alcohol and driving. Studies into the effects of driving under the influence of marijuana are limited...

Fewer people are driving during the pandemic, but the number of pedestrians getting killed continues to climb. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, preliminary data from 2020 shows the number of pedestrian fatalities in Connecticut jumped by 48% from 2019 to 2020. There were 21 pedestrian fatalities between January and June 2019. During that...

If you’re stopped at a red light, is it legal in Massachusetts to read or send a text? If your answer is “no,” you are correct. As of Feb. 23, 2021, drivers can face fines of $500 for using a mobile device with their hands, even if when stopped at a red light. The state...

The roads have been less congested during the COVID-19 pandemic, but speeding continues to be a deadly problem. According to a report in Family Safety & Health, teen drivers are most likely to ignore speed limits. The report quotes the executive director of the Governors Highway Safety Association, who says the United States has a...

If you have been in a traffic accident involving a trucker in Massachusetts, the aftermath could add insult to your injuries because trucking companies are experienced at avoiding blame and costs after a crash. Protecting your interests begins at the accident scene. Here are some steps to preserve your rights: Immediately call law enforcement. The...

If you're a passenger in a car and notice the driver is texting or otherwise distracted, would you say something? Most people would speak up if the driver is a family member, friend or colleague. A survey by LeithCars.com found that 97.4 percent of people said they would confront a driver who is distracted. Fewer...

There are many ways a crash can occur, but there are several factors that can increase the likelihood of a crash resulting in severe or fatal injuries. Every day, we hear about motorists who are seriously injured or killed on Massachusetts roads. The crashes we hear about in the news can happen to anyone at...