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How drivers in Connecticut can help prevent motorcycle and e-bike accidents This fall, Connecticut is implementing safety regulations designed to protect some of the most vulnerable road users: motorcycle and e-bike riders. Starting Oct. 1, 2025, motorcyclists under the age of 21 will be required to wear helmets. At the same time, new rules for...

If you or a loved one has been injured in an e-bike accident, you need to protect your rights Across Massachusetts, electronic bikes, also known as e-bikes, are becoming a common sight. They’re fast, convenient, and environmentally friendly, making them especially popular with young people and commuters. But as their popularity grows, so do concerns...

The new law hopes to cut crashes, ease traffic, and create safer, less stressful highways The slow-moving driver in the left lane is not only causing frustration for those sharing the road, but also for those in the right lane. The driver is creating a risk of a car accident. Connecticut is addressing the program...

Why driving slowly in the passing lane is dangerous and Illegal You’ve experienced it. You’re cruising down I-91 or the Mass Pike, keeping up with the flow of traffic, and suddenly you’re stuck behind a driver in the left lane going 5 miles under the speed limit. It’s frustrating. Traffic builds up, and what should...

What's driving the surge in fatal accidents? Summer traffic in Hampden County means the roads pose an increased risk of accidents for drivers, passengers, motorcyclists, pedestrians, and cyclists. According to recent data released by the Hampden District Attorney’s Office, 2025 is on track to exceed the number of deadly car accidents seen in recent years....

Why do so many pedestrians and cyclists keep getting injured? In Connecticut, streets are becoming increasingly hazardous for pedestrians and bicyclists, particularly in urban areas such as Hartford and New Haven. According to recent data, Hartford ranks second in the state for crashes involving pedestrians or bicyclists. Between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., these incidents...

How new trucking rules could shift legal responsibility after a wreck In May 2025, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) introduced a sweeping set of proposed changes to federal trucking regulations. Aimed at modernizing and streamlining the industry, these 18 rule revisions are poised to reshape how accidents involving commercial trucks are recorded, reported,...

Why so many people are getting hurt in the same exact spot Springfield’s notorious “X” intersection has long been known as one of the most hazardous areas for drivers and pedestrians in Massachusetts. While local and state officials recently broke ground on a long-awaited $27.5 million overhaul aimed at transforming the intersection, the unfortunate reality...