It is no secret that in-vehicle cellphone use is a key contributor to many teen driver-involved car wrecks across Connecticut. However, other factors, too, play a role in how likely a teen-involved car crash is and how deadly it may prove to be. Studies show that teen...

Even though modern cars, trucks and SUVs have hundreds of safety features, motor vehicle accidents remain a leading cause of injury in the U.S. In fact, as many as 4.4 million individuals suffer some type of bodily harm in car crashes on U.S. roadways annually. While...

Connecticut saw a 42% increase in the number of traffic deaths in 2020, despite there being fewer people on the roads, according to data from the National Safety Council. Nationwide, fatalities increased by 14%, despite an 18.6% drop in miles driven. Why were the...

Defensive driving involves paying attention to other motorists and adjusting your reactions accordingly. The federal National Safety Council developed these techniques to reduce motor vehicle accident rates. Review these strategies for defensive driving to stay safe...

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. It is also a month when more people in Connecticut are expected to start driving more as restrictions on workplaces and other indoor gatherings ease. That probably means more distracted drivers will be on the...

Imagine not remembering how to dress yourself in the morning or even how to move from your bed to an upright position in your bedroom chair.  One of the most common causes of traumatic brain injury or TBI is a vehicle crash. The victim’s road to recovery includes...

Motor vehicle collisions come in all shapes and sizes. From commercial trucks at highway speeds to distracted drivers failing to stop at an intersection, there are countless factors that can lead to a crash. One of the largest single factors, though, is driver...

Auto accidents can be difficult enough to deal with when the at-fault driver remains on the scene. Yet, the motorist who hit your vehicle might have decided to flee instead of stop. If you sustained injuries from the accident, you may worry that you will have to cover...

Most people consider themselves safe drivers, but no one is immune from potential distractions behind the wheel. While a quick glance at your phone or reaching for something on the floor seem like innocent tasks, those split seconds are enough to jeopardize your life...

Americans are a tired bunch. Over one-third of adults in the United States fail to get adequate sleep, and their drowsiness can impact their performance of other activities – such as driving. Like many people, you may think little of hitting the road while feeling...