For many Connecticut residents, it is the time of year to be out and about enjoying the summer weather. Most people assume that when they venture out for a stroll around their neighborhood, they will return home safely intact. Unfortunately, this is not always the...
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Small child becomes pedestrian accident victim
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Jun 13, 2018 | Firm News, pedestrian accidents
Connecticut residents likely consider their state to be a relatively safe place to live and raise a family. While this is generally the case, the state is far from immune from the types of crimes that plague the rest of the nation. While most residents would agree...
Pedestrian accident claims a life
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | May 29, 2018 | Firm News, pedestrian accidents
It would likely be difficult to find a Connecticut resident who has never ended up, at one point or another, walking along a road at night. Sometimes, it is more convenient to travel on foot to a destination; on other occasions, an issue with a vehicle results in a...
Pedestrian accident victim loses battle for survival.
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | May 21, 2018 | Firm News, pedestrian accidents
As summer approaches, many Connecticut residents find themselves truly excited to escape the confines of their homes, having been cooped up for what seemed like a winter that would never end. As the weather continues to improve, being outdoors becomes a sort of reward...
Man dies attempting to help woman in pedestrian accident
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | May 2, 2018 | Firm News, pedestrian accidents
Weather can play a major factor in the cause of an accident. It is imperative for Connecticut drivers to be aware of their surroundings in a bad storm. Depending on the severity of a storm, drivers will need to consider driving at a slower speed or pulling off the...
Motorist sought in hit-and-run pedestrian accident
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Apr 11, 2018 | Firm News, pedestrian accidents
Driving after midnight can often lead to an accident. Motorist error may be due to falling asleep at the wheel or having their vision impaired by the lack of light. A nighttime accident can also be caused by alcohol or drug impairment as a driver may be...
Mother of 2 killed in pedestrian accident
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Apr 4, 2018 | Firm News, pedestrian accidents
When leaving for work, most people expect to make it home by the end of the workday. However, as people walk to their place of employment, whether it be from their home, parking lot or train station, there is a risk of being involved in a pedestrian accident. In...
Elderly woman dies in pedestrian accident
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Mar 28, 2018 | Firm News, pedestrian accidents
Shopping centers tend to have heavy foot traffic and motor traffic. It is imperative to drive through a parking lot of a busy shopping center slowly and with awareness to avoid an accident. Unfortunately, sometimes the combination of pedestrians and motor...
Man dies in pedestrian accident
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Mar 21, 2018 | Firm News, pedestrian accidents
Accidents caused by distracted driving is a common occurrence. A driver's attention can easily be diverted with texting, making phone calls, eating on the go or breaking up a sibling fight in the back seat. Unfortunately, serious injury or death can occur when there...
Connecticut man dies in pedestrian accident
On Behalf of Jacobs & Dow, LLC | Mar 7, 2018 | Firm News, pedestrian accidents
Drivers and pedestrians must be more aware during evening hours as a driver's visibility can be hindered by the darkness of the night. The lack of visibility raises the threat of accidents in high traffic areas in Connecticut between motor vehicles and...