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What is an ignition interlock device?

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

If you or someone you love has been in an auto accident caused by a drunk driver, you may especially want to know about the consequences that can be faced by that drunk driver. In Connecticut, these penalties can include …

Ignition interlock devices for all drunk drivers

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

Drunk driving is a serious concern in Connecticut. According to state officials as many as 39 percent of all vehicular fatalities in the state involve alcohol. Various groups including Mothers Against Drunk Driving continue to look for ways to reduce …

The dangerous side of summer

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

The summer of 2015 is in full swing now and Connecticut residents are enjoying a lovely time of year. However, the summer months can be filled with dangers for people when they take to the road. The chance of being …

2 injured in Willimantic accident caused by alleged drunk driver

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

Drunk driving continues to be a problem in New Haven, and throughout the U.S. As was discussed in last week’s post, getting behind the wheel after consuming alcohol can be highly dangerous. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control …

The effects of alcohol consumption puts drivers, others at risk

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Last Modified on Jun 18, 2025

Often, the winter months are filled with parties and other gatherings for people in New Haven, and throughout the U.S. While attending these numerous soirees, some may choose to indulge in libations. This can quickly take an evening of fun …

1 pedestrian killed, 2 injured after hit by Norwalk drunk driver

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Last Modified on Mar 30, 2026

Consuming alcohol, both beer and liquor, can cause people to experience a range of effects, including blurred vision, slowed reflexes and diminished judgment. As a result of the impairments that alcohol intoxication can cause, it is all too common for …

Drunk driving accident liability – Connecticut’s Dram Shop Act

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

Driving while impaired can, and often does result in motor vehicle accidents in Connecticut, and throughout the U.S. The organization, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, reports that more than 10,000 people were killed in drunk driving accidents in the U.S. in …

Man seriously injured in crash with apparent drunk driver

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

Despite the ever increasing awareness, drunk driving is still a major problem in Connecticut, and throughout the U.S. Driving while under the influence of alcohol, as many readers are likely aware, can lead to serious collisions with ranging consequences, including …

Tragic car accident leads to death of 16-month-old in Connecticut

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Last Modified on Nov 28, 2024

Ask any parent what his or her worst nightmare would be, and probably an overwhelming majority would say that it would be if something happened to his or her child. The death of a child is, after all, something that …

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