Motor Vehicle Accidents

Driving around at high speeds can be dangerous, but it is often when you slow to a stop that your risk for a crash is at its highest. A significant number of collisions take place not on the open road but instead at intersections. Approaching an intersection requires...

When you think of the causes of serious car accidents, you probably think of common issues like texting and driving or impaired driving. There’s good reason for this, as these two factors account for thousands and thousands of fatal accidents every year -- and many...

You’ve probably heard this before, but it’s time to buckle up. This time, however, the message is directed to your backseat passengers. The new law, known as Public Act No. 21-174, was signed into law by Governor Ned Lamont, and it goes into effect on Oct. 1, 2021 --...

A driver’s view around their vehicle will almost certainly never be unobstructed.  The sections around a vehicle that a driver is unable to see are often referred to as blind spots. The most common blind spot is the area between the rear end of a vehicle and its...

Safety systems in vehicles have come a long way since the invention of the automobile. There are many features on modern vehicles that can help save your life if you are in an accident, but the two main safety devices are seatbelts and airbags. What many people fail...

If you find yourself in a large truck collision, you could sustain serious injuries and various hardships, such as financial problems and mental trauma. Sadly, many victims lose their lives in these accidents. Drivers, as well as trucking companies, should review...

Whether distracted, impatient or impaired, drivers who run red lights may pose a serious danger to themselves and others.  The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that, in 2019, 846 Americans died and 143,000 experienced injuries in collisions involving...

Wanting to enjoy the warmer weather, you get out of the house and drive your car more. Misfortune struck as a recent motor vehicle accident, forcing you to put your vehicle into the auto shop while you sort out the matter with the at-fault party's insurance provider....

In car crashes, some injuries continue to show up over and over. These are back, head and neck injuries. They each have huge impacts on your overall health. Head injuries in particular often result in traumatic brain injuries (TBI) too, which can create lasting...

If you are like most drivers, you have experienced anger while driving at some point in your life. How you deal with your anger, however, can make a big difference in whether it escalates to road rage. According to AAA, 80% of all drivers experience anger or...