Connecticut Auto Accidents and Teen Driving Laws
There is encouraging news out of the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles regarding teenage driver safety. In 2004, Connecticut adopted the motor vehicle laws that restrict 16 and 17 year old drivers. Since then, there have been some dramatic improvements in teenage driver auto accident injuries: There are 82% less car accident driver deaths A … Keep reading…
Shocking Connecticut Car Accident Statistics
Car accident injuries can be quite devastating. If you or your loved one were injured in an accident, the lawyers at McEnery Price Messey & Sullivan urge you to seek immediate medical attention whether from your primary care provider or at the emergency room. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, in 2013 there … Keep reading…
Car Accidents and Traumatic Brain Injuries
Car accident injuries can be quite serious, especially if you or a loved one sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI). According to the Centers for Disease Control, an estimated 1.7 million Americans suffer this type of injury annually. Injuries can range from “mild” to “severe.” Any hit, bump or jolt of the head can cause … Keep reading…
Cell Phone Laws and Connecticut Auto Accidents
As a licensed driver in the state of Connecticut you already know that state law prohibits the use of handheld devices, including mobile phones, while operating a motor vehicle. While state-by-state statistics are not available on distracted driving, the NHTSA reports that 20% of all accidents nationwide were caused by some distraction. Several bills are … Keep reading…
Change to OUI Law Restricts Offenders
On July 1, 2015 a change to the OUI (operating under the influence) law went into effect. The Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles announced that those individuals who are charged with operating under the influence will not only have their driver’s license suspended, but will also need to install an ignition interlock device (IID) to … Keep reading…
Prevent Medical Malpractice? New App Shows Surgeon Errors
If you or a loved one is heading in for surgery, vetting the surgeon is one of the first things that patients and/or their families will do. Thanks to a new application, patients will now be able to see how surgeons at a particular hospital measure up. According to Popular Science, over 200,000 patients unnecessarily … Keep reading…
Avoiding An Auto Accident: Why Tire Pressure Still Matters In The Summer
It is pretty common knowledge that tire pressure is an important factor in how your car handles in the winter time, but did you know that tire pressure is important throughout the summer months, too? In the heat of the summer tire pressure can rise, on average one pound per-square inch (PSI) for every increase … Keep reading…
Car Skidding on Ice? Think Quickly to Avoid an Auto Accident
Driving during icy conditions can be downright scary, especially if you were injured in an auto accident due to a skidding vehicle. The Connecticut Department of Transportation advises motorists to think and act quickly by taking their foot off the brake if they start skidding. Keep your foot off the brake while turning your steering … Keep reading…
What Connecticut’s New Drive-Only License Law Means For You
It is more difficult to recover damages in an auto accident with an unlicensed even if you are not at fault. At the beginning of 2015, Connecticut implemented a new law allowing undocumented immigrants to acquire drive-only licenses. The law will allow any undocumented immigrant over the age of 16 to obtain a driver’s license. … Keep reading…
3 Ways to Prevent an Auto Accident in a Passenger Van
The National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration recently warned of the safety risks when traveling in a passenger van. 1. Make sure an experienced passenger van driver is operating the vehicle. In the state of Connecticut, drivers operating a passenger vehicle must obtain a special endorsement from the Department of Motor Vehicles before transporting passengers. … Keep reading…