Connecticut is one of many states that has passed some version of a Move Over Law in an effort to prevent emergency personnel who are working on the side of the road from being hit by motor vehicles. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, an average of over 20,000 workers are injured in...

Every year, hundreds of dog bite injury victims are sent to hospitals with serious and painful injuries that can leave both physical and emotional scars. In an effort to prevent dog attacks, Connecticut, like most states, has laws that require pet owners to keep their pets under control in public areas. If a pet...

Wearing a seat belt dramatically decreases your risk of serious injuries in an automobile accident. For this reason, most states, including Connecticut, have implemented seat belt laws requiring drivers and their passengers to buckle up. Understanding Connecticut’s seat belt laws is important for keeping yourself and your family safe. New Seat Belt Law in...

Car insurance is a way to ensure a driver's financial responsibility. Insurance provides financial compensation to cover victims’ medical expenses, property repairs and other costs after a car accident, preventing a driver from having to pay out of pocket. Connecticut makes it mandatory for all motor vehicle owners to carry minimum amounts of car...

Every year, small children get seriously injured and lose their lives in automobile accidents. The most important product in protecting the safety of a child in a car accident is a car seat. For this reason, all 50 states –including Connecticut – have car seat laws. Understanding these laws can help you protect your...