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There are inherent risks when getting behind the wheel of a car. Road conditions, environmental factors and other motorists can make driving a potentially dangerous endeavor, no matter how many precautions you take. While slippery roads, poor signage, or a distracted driver can all cause car accidents, vehicle malfunctions can also lead to dangerous situations...

Massachusetts is now among 10 states that have legalized cannabis for recreational use. While this is good news for many residents, it raises safety concerns when it comes to users getting behind the wheel. Cannabis, like alcohol, can cause impairments that can make driving dangerous. The tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in cannabis can cause delays in reaction...

Defective breaks have prompted Nissan to recall 86,265 Murano SUV's from model year 2009, according to Consumer Reports. The problem is a "potentially faulty part" in the antilock brake system. If this part fails, the brake pedal may move closer to the floor than usual and more quickly than a driver might expect. It might...

Broken bones are common injuries in car accidents. They can range from small cracks or simple bone fractures to serious compound fractures - some of which can puncture internal organs. Broken bones are often caused by high-impact trauma and often occur in: T-bone accidents Head-on collisions Lane-departure accidents Rollover accidents High-impact rear-end accidents Crash victims...

Road safety advocates place a great deal of emphasis on the dangers of texting and driving - and for good reason. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), roughly 3,450 traffic fatalities in 2016 were caused by distracted driving. Smartphone use is only one piece of the puzzle. Additional NHTSA data shows that traffic fatalities involving cellphone-distraction have never surpassed...

When winter weather strikes, it can be a real doozy for Massachusetts drivers - especially for those who aren't prepared for a slower commute. Even prior to the official start of the winter season, drivers were taken by surprise when a massive November snowstorm dumped as much as nine inches of heavy, wet snow across our state. It resulted...

We hear about it all the time: pedestrians being hit by cars while crossing the street in Hartford. According to 2015 and 2016 data collected by the Census American Community Surveys, Hartford ranks number eight among the top 10 cities in the United States with the highest number of households without access to cars. That means an average of 31.5 percent of households...

Nobody plans to be involved in an auto accident when traveling on Connecticut roads. But when they happen, Connecticut car accidents can be overwhelming for all parties involved. The process of filing a claim, especially if you have sustained an injury, can be complex and confusing.   However, one of the key components to pursuing compensation after an auto accident is the police report. That's...

During the winter time, as we reach peak nighttime hours, drivers will spend more time navigating Massachusetts roads in the dark.   According to the National Safety Council (NSC) nighttime driving can be especially dangerous due to limited visibility. On average, drivers can only see up to 250 feet when using standard headlights during nighttime hours. When high-beams are activated, the...

It's common for drivers to exceed the posted speed limit in Connecticut, especially on roads not separated by median strips. As a result, these are the types of roads where head-on collisions occur the most. While these accidents are typically rare, they can result in the most severe and life-threatening injuries to all parties involved....