Connecticut Auto Accidents and Teen Driving Laws
by Gerard McEneryFebruary 9th, 2016
There is encouraging news out of the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles regarding teenage driver safety. In 2004, Connecticut adopted the motor vehicle laws that restrict 16 and 17 year old drivers. Since then, there have been some dramatic improvements in teenage driver auto accident injuries: There are 82% less car accident driver deaths A … Keep reading…
3 Ways Connecticut Uber Passengers Can Stay Safe
by Charles B. Price, Jr.February 6th, 2016
Since it began back in 2009, Uber’s ride-sharing service has grown in popularity. It’s mobile app has made it easier to get a ride than the traditional taxicab service. Connecticut auto accidents can happen to anyone, even those who are passengers in a vehicle where you do not know the driver. As a passenger, you … Keep reading…
Connecticut Car Accident Claims and Hit-and-Run Injuries
by Robert Messey, MD, JDFebruary 3rd, 2016
Connecticut hit-and-run car accidents can leave victims severely injured and perplexed as to how their medical bills, treatments and other losses will get paid. Many people wonder if they even need to hire a lawyer to help them navigate their car accident claim. If the other driver was able to be identified, you can file … Keep reading…
Connecticut Car Accidents in Construction Zones
by Charles B. Price, Jr.January 31st, 2016
It is important for the state and municipalities to maintain our roadways for safe travel, therefore these areas are welcomed and necessary, but sometimes these construction zones can contribute to car accidents. Not only can motor vehicle operators have increased risk for an accident, but the road construction workers are also at an increased risk … Keep reading…
Connecticut Adverse Events Down 12%
by Robert Messey, MD, JDJanuary 28th, 2016
The Connecticut Department of Public Health presented its annual report to the General Assembly with encouraging news: adverse events in Connecticut hospitals are down 12% from 2013 to 2014. The report, which is mandated by law, publicizes that there were 471 adverse events in 2014. What is an adverse event? It is when a patient … Keep reading…
Avoid An Auto Accident at a Connecticut Roundabout
by Gayle Sullivan, RN, JDJanuary 25th, 2016
Roundabout, rotaries, traffic circles – they all refer to the same method of moving traffic: motor vehicles driving around a landscaped center with offshoot “exits.” It’s no wondering Connecticut auto accidents occur on these roadways. If you find yourself on a rotary, traffic circle or roundabout, follow these tips to maneuver them safely. As you … Keep reading…