Event Will Honor the People Lost To Traffic Accidents This Past Year in Hampden County Walking or riding a bicycle in Springfield, Mass., should be a safe option for city residents, but tragically, some people lose their lives in pedestrian crashes and bicycle accidents because of reckless drivers. At the Law Offices of Mark E....
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Driving Drowsy Is as Dangerous as Drunk Driving
Most drivers understand the dangers of getting behind the wheel after drinking. But what about driving while drowsy? Research shows that fatigue can impair your judgment, reaction time, and coordination just as severely as alcohol can. And yet, drowsy driving remains one of the most overlooked causes of serious crashes in Connecticut and across the...
Read MoreWhat Is Boston Doing to Improve Bike Lane Safety?
Boston makes upgrades, but drivers still need to stay alert Boston is taking another step toward safer streets for bicyclists. This fall, the city began replacing the plastic flexible-post bollards that separate bike lanes from car traffic with more durable barriers, starting on Arlington Street in the Back Bay. As reported by StreetsblogMASS, these new...
Read MorePedestrian Safety Month Highlights Rise in Preventable Deaths
Let’s protect Connecticut’s walkers during Pedestrian Safety Month Every October, communities across the nation recognize Pedestrian Safety Month, a time to focus on the shared responsibility to protect people on foot. An experienced Connecticut pedestrian accident lawyer knows how devastating such a crash can be. These are not just statistics; they are neighbors, parents, and children...
Read MoreConnecticut’s New Motorcycle Helmet & E-Bike Laws Take Effect Oct. 1
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...
Read MoreMassachusetts Officials Warn Public After Spike in E-Bike Injuries
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...
Read MoreConnecticut Bans ‘Left Lane Camping’ to Clear Highway Gridlock
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...
Read MoreMassachusetts Drivers Could Face $100 Fines for Left Lane Violations
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...
Read MoreHampden County on Pace for Record Fatal Crashes
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....
Read MoreHartford Streets Keep Getting Deadlier for Pedestrians
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...
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