In Connecticut, hundreds of auto collisions were reported over Christmas weekend. The number of car accidents seen this holiday season is said to be up quite a bit compared to the previous year. Some of these crashes did result in fatalities and injuries. It was...
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Month: December 2015
Driver allegedly under the influence hits pedestrian
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Dec 28, 2015 | Drunk Driving Accidents, Firm News
A teenager in Connecticut died on Christmas night after being struck by a vehicle. The driver believed responsible for the incident was allegedly under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash. Charges have been filed in this case. According to a local...
Connecticut car accidents: Wrecks related to road debris
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Dec 26, 2015 | Car Accidents, Firm News
When driving about, it is common to see drivers with cargo on top of or sticking out of their vehicles, or even overloaded in pickup trucks. When properly secured, there may be nothing wrong with transporting items in such a manner. However, in Connecticut and...
Compensation possible following a medical-related truck accident
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Dec 24, 2015 | Firm News, Truck Accidents
Connecticut residents have seen quite a few accidents involving commercial vehicles over the years. Some of these are the result of the drivers experiencing medical issues. When a truck accident happens because of a medical problem, the driver and his or her employer...
Connecticut car accidents: Head-on collision kills 2, injures 4
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Dec 19, 2015 | Car Accidents, Firm News
A terrible accident in Connecticut is responsible for the deaths of two young children and injuries suffered by four other people. Car accidents of this nature are understandably difficult to move past, as the damages sustained and losses suffered are quite severe....
Connecticut pedestrian accident: Man hit by bus dies
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Dec 17, 2015 | Auto-Pedestrian Accidents, Firm News
A Connecticut man was crossing the street when he was struck by a bus. Sadly, his injuries were quite severe, and ultimately, he died as a result of the crash. This pedestrian accident, as most are, was tragic and has undoubtedly left the victim's surviving family...
A truck accident may be the result of poor driver decisions
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Dec 10, 2015 | Firm News, Truck Accidents
Semi trucks can be found just about everywhere you go in Connecticut,. With an improving economy, more trucks are out on the roads than in previous years. Unfortunately, this also means you are more likely to be involved in a truck accident. When a truck accident...
Distracted driving leads to numerous car accidents in Connecticut
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Dec 7, 2015 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Drivers who are are not focused on the road and what is going on around them are the cause of numerous auto collisions in Connecticut and elsewhere. Sadly, these car accidents result in quite a few injuries and deaths every year. Those who have been negatively...
Connecticut car accidents: Bus hits a car then a tree, 3 injured
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Dec 4, 2015 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Three people in Connecticut were recently injured when a bus hit a car and then a tree in the Hartford area. Due to the size and weight of most public transportation vehicles, car accidents that involve these types of automobiles can have some pretty severe...