From pamphlets to billboards to commercials, drivers have learned that the three types of driving distractions are manual, visual and cognitive. Manual refers to actions that force a driver to remove his or her hands from the steering wheel. Visual distractions pull...
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How does Connecticut combat distracted driving?
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Apr 29, 2020 | Car Accidents
Distracted driving has a significant impact on auto accident injuries and fatalities. Like many states, Connecticut has taken legal steps to limit cellphone use and other distractions behind the wheel. Protect yourself and others on the road with this review of...
Sharing the road with automated vehicles
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Apr 29, 2020 | Car Accidents
Motorists traveling on Connecticut's roadways may soon begin to notice automated commercial vehicles. Artificial intelligence is making it possible for self-driving vehicles to deliver cargo. However, motorists may need to exercise a greater degree of caution around...
A traumatic brain injury may jeopardize your emotional health
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Mar 25, 2020 | Car Accidents
Residents of New Haven do not devote nearly as much time to their everyday commutes as those who live in major metropolitan areas, such as New York or Los Angeles. Still, if you are like most of your neighbors, you spend about 22 minutes every workday behind the wheel...
Intersection crash in Hampton kills 1, injures 2
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Jun 27, 2016 | Car Accidents, Firm News
A two-vehicle auto accident in Connecticut is said to be responsible for injuring two individuals and killing another. The intersection crash occurred in Hampton on Thursday, June 24. The current conditions of the surviving victims have not been reported. According to...
Compensation for texting-related car accidents
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Jun 25, 2016 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Texting while driving is still a serious problem across the country, Connecticut included. It is unfortunate that, despite repeated warnings and laws being put in place, many drivers still choose to text while operating their motor vehicles. Because of this choice,...
Connecticut car accidents: Interstate crash injures 2
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Jun 8, 2016 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Recently, authorities responded to a crash with injuries on Interstate 95. Sadly, car accidents on this stretch of highway in Connecticut are quite common. Little is known about this particular wreck, but at least two people are said to have been hurt. It was recently...
Connecticut hit and run accidents: Victim of crash has died
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | May 23, 2016 | Car Accidents, Firm News
The victim of a hit and run crash in Connecticut has died. This incident reportedly occurred May 20, in Barkhamsted. Sadly, when it comes to hit and run accidents, this is a common outcome. It was recently reported that a 23-year-old male was hit while riding his dirt...
Recovering damages after car accidents
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | May 17, 2016 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Those in Connecticut who have been injured or lost loved ones in auto accidents may wonder what, if any, damages are recoverable. Thankfully, the state does allow those negatively affected by car accidents to use legal means to seek relief for any losses they have...
Head-on collision in Connecticut injures 2
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Apr 28, 2016 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Two people were recently injured in a crash on Interstate 95 in Connecticut. A wrong-way driver is believed to have caused the head-on collision. Both drivers were transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. In the early morning hours of April 16, a two-car...