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Springfield, with its rich history and vibrant community, unfortunately, carries a dark statistic that cannot be ignored. The city in Massachusetts has the deadliest streets in the Commonwealth. Springfield streets found to be the most dangerous According to StreetsblogMASS, WalkMassachusetts released a survey of fatal pedestrian accidents for 2023 that revealed Springfield to be the...

Why using a phone while driving is a recipe for disaster Knowing that smartphones are one of the primary distractions for drivers in Connecticut, the state has launched a campaign called “Put the Phone Away or Pay” to crack down on negligent motorists. According to the Connecticut Department of Transportation, the April 2024 campaign will...

Pedestrian fatalities declined by 4 percent in the first half of 2023. While that's a positive trend, the grim reality is that the number of pedestrian deaths is much higher than 2019 levels in Connecticut and across the country. The Governors Highway Safety Association published a report on pedestrian fatalities earlier this year. According to...

How do slip and falls affect the brain? In the hustle and bustle of daily life, slipping and falling might seem like a minor inconvenience. However, falling or tripping can result in serious injuries and have a long-term impact. A brain injury is one of the most serious consequences of a slip and fall accident....

When it comes to roads and highways in Massachusetts, some are more dangerous than others. Which one tops the notorious list? Interstate-495. Spanning just over 121 miles, I-495 forms a semicircle around Boston and is the “outer” beltway for drivers. According to an article in Car Insurance Comparison, no other highway in Massachusetts is deadlier...

Front-crash prevention systems have no doubt saved lives in Connecticut. Technology in many modern vehicles can alert drivers when a rear-end crash is about to happen. Automatic Emergency Braking slams on the brakes if the driver fails to do so in a case where a crash is imminent. However, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety...

Even the safest drivers sometimes take risky chances behind the wheel. They might glance at an incoming text on their phone. They might speed up as they approach a yellow light. They might keep driving despite being very tired. The list goes on. These bad driving habits can have serious consequences. Distracted driving resulted in...

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...

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...

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...