Where will your winter holiday travels be taking you and your family this year? Most Americans will be traveling by automobile to visit family and friends, which is the most dangerous form of travel, mile for mile. But even Connecticut residents who don’t plan on...
Car Accidents
Can you recover compensation if you contributed to a car crash?
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Oct 3, 2023 | Car Accidents
Your contribution to a car crash in Connecticut does not necessarily disqualify you from recovering compensation for the harm and loss you suffered. The state follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means that even if you were partially at fault for the...
Why children are a major driving distraction
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Jun 15, 2023 | Car Accidents
The distractions caused by cellphones are well-known. But did you know that many people believe having children in the car can be even more distracting? It’s been found that children are one of the largest distractions for parents, and this is often a problem because...
2 common dangers of driving at night
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | May 16, 2023 | Car Accidents
It’s inherently harder to drive at night. It’s estimated that drivers are three times more likely to experience a car crash at night compared to during the day. The low visibility of pedestrians crossing the street or walking along the road in the dark is always a...
How does in-car technology contribute to crashes?
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | May 2, 2023 | Car Accidents
Modern cars come with a host of technology to help drivers. Some, such as anti-lock braking systems, can improve your safety without you needing to do anything extra. Others require or tempt you to interact with them. Driving requires your full attention, so anything...
CT car crashes: injured drivers’ rights
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Apr 4, 2023 | Car Accidents
Car accidents can be devastating and can change your life in a matter of seconds. Last year, there were 96,165 total crashes, with 180,782 vehicles and 230,621 people involved in Connecticut. Around 50% of these accidents resulted in fatal injuries. Just thinking...
How can you reduce crash risk at intersections?
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Jan 13, 2023 | Car Accidents
If you look at crash statistics, you will see that intersections are one of the most dangerous points on any road. The mix of vehicles moving across each other can understandably cause issues. It’s unlikely you can avoid intersections altogether, so what can you do?...
Safety tips for winter driving
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Jan 12, 2023 | Car Accidents
Driving during winter months is inherently more dangerous than driving in other seasons because the road conditions can make an accident more likely. Some of this is also out of the control of motorists, who may have no choice but to drive in suboptimal conditions...
What steps should you take after a car accident?
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Nov 8, 2022 | Car Accidents
No matter how safely you attempt to drive, the possibility of an accident remains. In the state of Connecticut alone, thousands of car accidents occur every year. While these incidents may cause distress, try to remain calm and follow these steps if you are ever...
How to drive safely during autumn in Connecticut
On Behalf of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law | Oct 13, 2022 | Car Accidents, Injuries
As the weather changes from hot to cold, your car's operation also changes. To ensure your safety and that of other road users in Connecticut, it's important to be mindful of the unique driving challenges fall weather can present. Combatting fog and frost During fall,...
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