Can roundabouts save lives and reduce car accidents? There’s a reason you might be noticing more roundabouts in Connecticut. The state Department of Transportation is taking steps to build more traffic circles. Roundabouts are safer than traditional four-corner intersections, according to a report by the CTMirror. The circle design virtually eliminates head-on or right-angle crashes...
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Stay Safe on the Road: Drive Sober During the Winter Holidays
Winter holidays are among the most dangerous on Connecticut roads and highways. The winter holidays are joyful – a time to get together with family and friends. However, this time of the year can also turn tragic because of drunk driving. According to the National Road Safety Foundation, the time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s...
Read MoreHampden County Traffic Accident Victims Honored on World Day of Remembrance
WalkBike Springfield pays tribute to accident victims. Each year, a group of Massachusetts residents holds a solemn memorial to remember those who died walking, biking, or driving on roads in Hampden County. Tragically, dozens of people have died on the roads and streets of Hampden County in 2023. Members of WalkBike Springfield, Holyoke, and Chicopee...
Read MoreHow Safe Are the Roads in Boston?
Anyone who has driven in Boston knows that it can be challenging to get around. There is seemingly no rhyme or reason for the way the roads are laid out. Pedestrians often cross the street. Cyclists share the roads. But here’s a pleasant surprise: A new report shows Boston to be one of the safest...
Read MoreCT Records Alarming Rise in Fatal Crashes Involving Impaired Drivers
Deadly car accidents rise in Connecticut in 2022 An alarming statistic in Connecticut: On average in 2022, someone died every day in a car accident. It was the first time Connecticut recorded an average of more than one traffic fatality each day in a year. CT Mirror reports there was a rising number of fatal...
Read MoreAre Roads Getting Safer in Massachusetts?
A federal agency reports some good news about car accidents. Early estimates from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) found that traffic fatalities have recently declined. The NHTSA has looked at road deaths over the past 15 months (five quarters) and found the fatality rate is decreasing, according to a report by WebWire. In...
Read MoreConnecticut Sees Spike in Fatal Traffic Accidents
Connecticut last year saw an alarming jump in the number of fatal accidents occurring in the state. A report finds that traffic deaths increased 22 percent in 2022 compared to the prior year. According to NBC Connecticut, the Nutmeg State is among the top 5 states that experienced significant increases in traffic fatalities last year....
Read MoreCan I Sue for a Concussion in a Car Accident?
Car accidents can lead to a variety of serious injuries, including concussions. Motor vehicle crashes, in fact, are one of the top three causes of brain injuries, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Concussions are classified as a type of "mild" traumatic brain injury (mTBI), but there's nothing mild about a...
Read MoreNew Rules Considered To Improve Safety for Large Trucks
Truck accidents in Connecticut can be devastating. These crashes often result in serious injuries and fatalities because of the size and weight of the big rigs. In many cases, accidents involving 18-wheelers can be traced back to unsafe driving behavior. The truck driver might have been speeding or texting instead of paying attention to the...
Read MoreMassachusetts Had the 2nd Highest At-Fault Accident Rate in 2022
If you drive in Massachusetts, you’re more likely to get in a car accident than in most other states, according to an analysis by Insurify. Where does Massachusetts rank for car accidents? Massachusetts ranks No. 2 among the 10 most accident-prone states. Insurify, a car insurance comparison website, examined car insurance applications to identify states...
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