Tips on Selecting the Right Car Seat for Your Child
July 30, 2024“What’s the best car seat for my child?” If you have asked this question before, you aren’t alone. Unfortunately, there is no easy answer. You can think of your child’s car seat as a pair of jeans. There is no one best pair for everyone. However, there is the best pair for you based on …
Child Safety Seat Laws in Connecticut
July 17, 2024Car accidents can be scary and dangerous, especially for children. That’s why properly securing them in a car seat is important. In Connecticut, laws are in place to keep our little ones safe while on the road. You must follow these laws and ensure your child’s safety. A Connecticut car accident lawyer can help you …
The Safest Place in the Vehicle for Kids
May 31, 2024When protecting our most precious passengers—our children—during car journeys, prioritizing their safety through proper seating and restraint systems is paramount. As responsible adults, we must determine the safest seating positions within a vehicle to mitigate the risk of injuries in the unfortunate event of a car accident. At Jonathan Perkins Injury Lawyers, we understand the …
The Top Tips to Help You Avoid a Connecticut Car Accident
April 29, 2022Did you know the very first vehicle was introduced to the world on January 29, 1889? This represented a huge innovation and turning point when it came to transportation around the globe. The introduction of the automobile provided people with comfort, safety, and convenience. It helped to significantly reduce travel time and help people arrive …
The Top Car Maintenance Tips to Help Prevent Connecticut Accidents
April 8, 2022In 2019, there were 254 fatalities in Connecticut due to car accidents. In 2020, the number increased to 310. The causes of these fatal accidents are varied, but many are completely preventable. While issues like speeding, distracted driving, and drunk driving are causes of some of these accidents, others result from improper or no vehicle …
Helmet Design Evolution
April 21, 2021Over the years many studies have concluded that wearing a helmet while riding a motorcycle will greatly reduce the risk of head injuries. One study showed that wearing a helmet reduced the risk of head injuries by 69 percent and deaths by nearly 42 percent. Not to mention the 5,290 motorcyclists that died in 2008, …
Truck Driver Safety Tips
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that commercial trucks were involved in more than 200,000 traffic crashes in 2010. Of the people injured in multi-vehicle crashes that involved large trucks, 73% were occupants of other vehicles. In addition, accidents that involve passenger vehicles and commercials trucks often cause extensive property damage to both vehicles. …
Truck Driving Schools In Connecticut
If you are planning on becoming a truck driver in Connecticut, we urge you to consider attending a truck driving school. Not only do these schools provide the education and on-road training you need to pass the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) exam, but it will equip you with the knowledge necessary to keep you and …
Truck Maintenance Tips to Improve Safety
Driving a commercial truck is a big responsibility; you have to be cautious of your own driving, other drivers and your cargo. There are many risks that come with driving such a large vehicle; therefore, truck maintenance is an important piece of the puzzle. The Connecticut Traffic Accident Facts of 2008 note that more than …
Connecticut Holds Virtual Highway Safety Summit
February 19, 2021Highway safety is an important issue in a society that is so heavily dominated by cars and trucks. Motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of death and injury in the United States, which is why the state of Connecticut decided to hold an online highway safety summit in December to inform the …
Tips for Driving in Snowy and Icy Conditions
December 23, 2020Severe weather conditions can cause danger for winter travelers in Connecticut. Winter storms and other bad weather conditions play a role in half a million traffic accidents each year. More than 2,000 Americans lost their lives a year ago to these accidents. Motorists driving in winter weather conditions will decrease their chances of becoming involved …
Think Safety First When Sharing the Road With 18-Wheelers
December 17, 2020Connecticut traffic can be heavy and hectic, and it is not uncommon for devastating crashes to occur between large trucks and smaller vehicles. There are many reasons a truck could crash, and it is best to exercise caution when driving near big rigs. Factors in truck-car crashes Truck crashes happen for a variety of reasons. …
Parents Should Highlight Teen Driver Safety During Summer
July 2, 2020Summer is the worst time when it comes to car accidents involving teen drivers, both in Connecticut and elsewhere, and the reasons are obvious. School is out, more teens are on the road and there are more opportunities for becoming impaired at parties. It’s not surprising, then, that safety experts call the period between Memorial …
Defensive Driving Techniques
February 21, 2020In a report recently issued by the United States Census Bureau, it was stated that there were over 10 MILLION automotive accidents in the United States in 2010 alone. With these startling statistics in mind, defensive driving skills are quickly becoming a necessity for drivers on our roads, in order to stay as safe as possible. If …
Connecticut Bad Weather Driving Tips
The State of Connecticut has a very diverse climate that allows residents to experience all four seasons. It is not uncommon for residents to see large ranges in temperatures daily. Due to the State’s diverse weather, Connecticut drivers need to be prepared to operate their vehicles in all types of weather. Motorists can avoid accidents …
Winter Car Care Tips
Recent studies from Science Daily indicate that upwards of 24 percent of all motor vehicle collisions take place due to some form of bad weather. Adverse weather conditions such as snow, ice and heavy rains have the ability to significantly impact a motorist’s ability to drive safely. In 2011, there were 17 fatalities due to …
Safe Motorcycle Riding Tips
Statistically, motorcycle collisions maintain the highest fatality rate of any type of motor vehicle accident. Often associated with the most severe and debilitating injuries, it is absolutely critical for riders to be well-versed on motorcycle riding safety tips. In doing so, the motorcycle riders in Connecticut will place themselves in the best position to avoid a traffic …