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Accuracy of breathalyzers

Drunk Driving Accidents,Firm News On Friday, February 17, 2017

When Connecticut drivers are pulled over on the road, there may sometimes be a breathalyzer test in their future. Because these devices are frequently used to determine how much a driver has had to drink, some people may wonder about …

Have drunk driving fatalities changed?

Drunk Driving Accidents,Firm News On Thursday, February 16, 2017

With much emphasis placed on drunk driving accidents, you may think that this type of collision happens every day in Connecticut. According to Connecticut Health I-Team, however, the most recent numbers indicate that the number of people killed in …

New Year’s Day drunk driving accidents

Drunk Driving Accidents,Firm News On Wednesday, December 14, 2016

While drunk drivers may be encountered in Connecticut every day, the chances of being in a drunk driving accident usually increase over a holiday. While many drivers are careful on New Year’s Eve, they may want to use extra caution …

Is drugged driving more dangerous than drunk driving?

Drunk Driving Accidents,Firm News On Friday, October 7, 2016

You may be informed about drunk driving but it is also important to know the dangers of drugged driving in Connecticut. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, you may become an unsafe driver when you are under the

Drinking and driving numbers for Labor Day weekend

Drunk Driving Accidents,Firm News On Friday, September 9, 2016

Holiday weekends are usually a popular time for Connecticut residents to be on the road. Without caution, however, holidays can also be hazardous for drivers. Three-day weekends, such as Labor Day weekend, mean extra law enforcement on the road to …

Woman charged with manslaughter after drugged driving death

Drunk Driving Accidents,Firm News On Thursday, August 18, 2016

Connecticut residents are all-too aware of the dangers that that drunk drivers pose to innocent victims on area roads. However, alcohol is not the only drug that can be a problem when it comes to impaired driving. Many people make …

Drunk driver faces manslaughter for death of best friend

Drunk Driving Accidents,Firm News On Thursday, August 4, 2016

Despite ongoing public awareness campaigns by local municipalities, advocacy groups like Mothers Against Drunk Driving and more, drunk driving accidents continue to be a problem in Connecticut. Too many people refuse to get the message that driving a motor vehicle …

Drugged driving may be on the rise

Drunk Driving Accidents,Firm News On Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Advocacy groups like Mothers Against Drunk Driving have been positive voices for several decades now in the effort to reduce the number of people who choose to drive after drinking alcohol. Research released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Association

State grant helps fund increase DUI crackdown

Drunk Driving Accidents,Firm News On Tuesday, June 28, 2016

As Connecticut residents gear up for the Fourth of July holiday weekend, a combination of excitement and concern can be experienced. Fun plans for gatherings with friends and family members can all too easily be marred by serious accidents. Holidays …

Drunk driving and seatbelts targeted for holiday weekend

Drunk Driving Accidents,Firm News On Friday, June 3, 2016

Like their counterparts throughout the country, most residents in Connecticut are looking forward to the long Memorial Day weekend. An extra day off of work or school and the impending unofficial start to summer make this among the year’s favorite …

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