Pedestrian accidents are unfortunately becoming more common. A recent study even found that Connecticut is experiencing a near-record number of pedestrian traffic deaths. Clearly, pedestrian safety is extremely important. While you can't control drivers, you can take...
Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrian laws in Connecticut are aimed at safety
Pedestrian laws in Connecticut are crucial for ensuring the safety of those who travel on foot. The introduction of recent pedestrian safety laws marks a significant step towards enhancing pedestrian safety across the state. These laws dictate the conduct expected by...
How property owners may put pedestrians at risk of injuries
Thousands of people regularly walk to their destinations in Connecticut. Pedestrians in New Haven and elsewhere across the state use sidewalks whenever possible. Most people expect that sidewalks will be safe, especially when compared with walking on the road....
3 reasons colder weather leads to greater risks for pedestrians
As the days grow shorter and the weather grows colder, personal habits for many people living in Connecticut start to change. People have different daily schedules once their children go back to school, and the impact of seasonal changes on their biological rhythms...
3 important pedestrian crash statistics to help people stay safe
Pedestrians are in danger whenever they must share space with motor vehicles. Areas where jogging paths cross streets and parking lots often experience a significant number of pedestrian-car collisions. Such crashes frequently result in minimal cosmetic damage to the...
Does the road you jog on increase the risk of a fatal crash?
Going out for a jog in the morning or after a long day at work is important for your physical fitness and possibly for your mental health. Adequate exercise can help you feel strong and confident. However, those health benefits come with some risks. Specifically,...
Drivers beware: Leaf-watching is starting in Connecticut
Connecticut has some stunning fall foliage, to be sure. According to the state’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, it’s peak leaf-watching season in the state. While local drivers may not gawk at the dramatic displays of color along the state’s rural...
With the shorter days of autumn, do pedestrian accidents increase?
The fall is here, and most of us love it. The changing colors and the crisp fall Connecticut air is truly something to behold. However, with the onset of autumn comes shorter days as the sun goes down earlier every day. For many people, there could be concern about...
What are the main risk factors for a serious pedestrian crash?
Pedestrian crashes happen all the time and for many different reasons. However, when you look at the big picture of pedestrian crash statistics, you start to see certain trends. The better you understand what you at risk as someone walking close to cars, the easier...
1 injured in pedestrian crash in Connecticut
Whenever drivers are in an area where children could be present, they need to be attentive. They should go at or below the local speed limit, which is typically designed to reduce speed enough that drivers have time to stop prior to hitting someone. Even if they can’t...