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Programming autonomous vehicles
Whether or not anyone has seen an autonomous car operating on the streets of Connecticut, most people agree that such vehicles are coming in the near future. However, a computer programmer and professor in the field believes that errors in the method of programming could…
OSHA pushes trench and excavation safety
Workers in Connecticut who have to work in or around trenches and excavations may be interested to know that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration will make the reduction of excavation and trenching accidents a priority in 2018. The agency plans to promote awareness regarding…
Employees still at risk for eye injuries
Although Connecticut workers are likely aware that eye protection is supposed to be worn in certain workplaces, tens of thousands of eye injuries still occur annually. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that there are more than 20,000 workplace eye injuries each…
Trucking organization appeals sleep apnea ruling
Connecticut readers may be interested in learning that the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is appealing the Eighth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals decision to dismiss its sleep apnea lawsuit against the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. It alleges that the agency implemented an illegal…
Trucking industry seeks revision of hours of service regulations
Sharing a roadway with excessively tired tractor-trailer drivers can be a frightening thought for many Connecticut drivers. Because of the weight and mass of large trucks and buses, accidents involving these vehicles can be deadly or cause serious personal injuries. Despite the risks to roadway…
Collision avoidance systems shown to prevent car crashes
Many Connecticut drivers are aware that driving can be a dangerous activity, especially as drowsy and distracted drivers are found on the roadways. However, a study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety found that collision avoidance systems like lane departure warning systems and blind…
Spousal support could be affected by tax law changes
From property division to spousal support, financial issues have been some of the most significant factors for Connecticut couples going through a divorce. Alimony payments are already a contested issue in many divorces, leading to lengthy negotiations and even court battles. Spousal support issues could…
Contempt may precede a divorce
There are a few key communication patterns that may determine if a Connecticut couple is likely to get a divorce. However, showing contempt toward a spouse may be the most likely indicator that a marriage is not going to work out. Those who show contempt…
Treating trucks with respect can prevent accidents
More than 2 million tractor-trailers travel U.S. roadways, and sharing the road with vehicles that can weigh as much as 40 tons can be unnerving for motorists in Connecticut and around the country. Collisions with large and heavy commercial vehicles tend to end badly for…
Holidays can be challenging for divorcing parents
For people in Connecticut dealing with divorce or separation, it can be an emotionally draining process at any time of the year. The winter holidays, however, can be a particularly challenging time for people coming to the end of a marriage, particularly parents who are…
ADHD medication may lower risk of car crashes
Previous studies showed a link between ADHD and a higher risk of getting into a car accident. However, if a driver in Connecticut with ADHD takes medication, that accident risk may be reduced according to a study published in May 2017 in JAMA Psychiatry. A…
Car accident fatalities hit nine-year high
Connecticut motorists may have heard that fatal car accidents in the U.S. reached a nine-year high in 2016 despite the adoption of several safety features. It was determined that the increase in the number of fatal accidents were caused by excessive speeding, the failure to…
Smartphones may be causing more car accidents
Traffic safety advocates believe that smartphones are causing more deadly car accidents in Connecticut and across the U.S., but new federal statistics show that distracted driving deaths actually declined in 2016. What is going on? According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, only 448…
Road design and congestion causes increase in pedestrian deaths
Connecticut drivers may be interested to learn that there has been a rise in pedestrian deaths over the last few years. While the increase in pedestrian deaths could be due to certain road factors, there are some things that pedestrians can do to reduce the…
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