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In Connecticut and across the nation, car accidents linked to alcohol or drug use, or a combination of both, happen daily. Impairment-related crashes are not uncommon. In fact, a Forbes article about the dangers of “multi-drug use” among drivers states that nearly one-third of fatal car accidents are linked to alcohol and/or drugs. The National...

With pedestrian accidents rising at an alarming rate in Western Massachusetts, law enforcement officials are calling for safety measures to save lives. Recent news articles have reported on deadly car crashes involving pedestrians in West Springfield and Chicopee. According to a Western Mass News story, three pedestrian accidents occurred in West Springfield over one weekend...

A recent study shows CT motorists have the lowest number of incidents. If you are a Connecticut driver, there is news that should make you proud. A study finds Connecticut drivers are the best in the nation. According to CT Insider, a study released on Dec. 5, 2022, determined Connecticut drivers have the lowest number...

Driving under the influence puts you and others at risk of injury in a car accident. The holiday season is a time to enjoy gatherings with family and friends, but it’s also a time when some people drink too much alcohol and make the careless decision to drive. To prevent drunk driving accidents, the Massachusetts...

It’s time people wake up and realize that drowsy driving is impaired driving. Getting behind the wheel while drowsy can be as dangerous as driving after drinking alcohol. But while many drivers would not operate a car after having too much to drink, most people have admitted they got behind the wheel while drowsy. According...

A wrong-way accident has the potential to cause severe and fatal injuries Drivers who head the wrong way on certain highway ramps in Connecticut will soon see red flashing lights alerting them they are in danger. According to a Journal Inquirer article, the state Department of Transportation will use new technology that consists of a...

Distracted drivers cause too many serious and fatal car accidents in Massachusetts Nearly everyone agrees that distracted driving is wrong and can have deadly consequences. Yet, despite awareness of the problem, drivers continue to text behind the wheel and put others at risk of serious car accidents. In Massachusetts, police have handed out citations for...

Pictures can serve as valuable evidence. There’s truth to the old saying “every picture tells a story” – especially if you’re in a car accident. So after a crash in Connecticut, one of the important steps is to take photographs that will serve as evidence and tell the story of what happened. Here’s what you...

'Vulnerable road users' are at a greater risk of injury and death. For many, riding a bicycle or walking serves as a healthy outlet to get exercise, not to mention saving on the cost of fuel. But cyclists and walkers face greater risks of getting injured or killed than people using vehicles to get around....

While fatal car accidents have decreased slightly in the United States, Connecticut has experienced a 29 percent increase during the first half of 2022 as compared to the prior year. The National Safety Council reports grim facts about recent accident trends: Roads are “supremely dangerous,” especially for people walking, biking or skating. During the first...