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With more and more states, including Massachusetts, legalizing recreational use of marijuana, a growing number of drivers are wondering if it’s OK to get behind the wheel after using cannabis. Decades of research have helped guide laws related to alcohol and driving. Studies into the effects of driving under the influence of marijuana are limited...

Fewer people are driving during the pandemic, but the number of pedestrians getting killed continues to climb. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, preliminary data from 2020 shows the number of pedestrian fatalities in Connecticut jumped by 48% from 2019 to 2020. There were 21 pedestrian fatalities between January and June 2019. During that...

If you’re stopped at a red light, is it legal in Massachusetts to read or send a text? If your answer is “no,” you are correct. As of Feb. 23, 2021, drivers can face fines of $500 for using a mobile device with their hands, even if when stopped at a red light. The state...

The roads have been less congested during the COVID-19 pandemic, but speeding continues to be a deadly problem. According to a report in Family Safety & Health, teen drivers are most likely to ignore speed limits. The report quotes the executive director of the Governors Highway Safety Association, who says the United States has a...

If you have been in a traffic accident involving a trucker in Massachusetts, the aftermath could add insult to your injuries because trucking companies are experienced at avoiding blame and costs after a crash. Protecting your interests begins at the accident scene. Here are some steps to preserve your rights: Immediately call law enforcement. The...

If you're a passenger in a car and notice the driver is texting or otherwise distracted, would you say something? Most people would speak up if the driver is a family member, friend or colleague. A survey by LeithCars.com found that 97.4 percent of people said they would confront a driver who is distracted. Fewer...

There are many ways a crash can occur, but there are several factors that can increase the likelihood of a crash resulting in severe or fatal injuries. Every day, we hear about motorists who are seriously injured or killed on Massachusetts roads. The crashes we hear about in the news can happen to anyone at...

Lawmakers are looking at 2021 as a year to make roads safer for pedestrians and bicycle riders after looking back at a deadly year. According to NBC Connecticut, at least 52 pedestrians and six cyclists died in Connecticut after getting hit by cars in 2021. In an effort to reduce these accidents, Connecticut lawmaker Rep. Roland...

Young adults face a dramatic increase in the risk of respiratory diseases when they use electronic cigarettes, commonly known as vaping, according to a major U.S. study. Researchers found they are more likely to develop asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and suffer other serious health issues. The study, "Association of Electronic Cigarette Use With...

This fall, Popular Mechanics came out with its ranking of the 25 most dangerous highways in the United States. Most of these dangerous roads are located in California, Texas, Colorado, Arizona and the Carolinas, but a major highway here in Connecticut made the list as well. The road in question: I-95, and specifically the 8-mile...