In an effort to stay in touch with and hear the concerns of New Haven residents, the mayor holds Mayor’s Night Out events on occasion. The latest occurred in mid-October, and the main topic discussed was traffic safety -- particularly concerning bicycle safety. Why...
For avid cyclists in Connecticut, having quality equipment is a must. The last thing you want is for any part of your bike to fail mid-ride. So, you do your research and buy the bike that best fits your needs and is a solid build. You make sure you follow maintenance...
Are you or a loved one among the many Connecticut residents whose primary form of transportation or exercise is biking? Did you or your loved one recently suffer injuries in a car versus bicycle accident? Was that accident the result of a dooring? A dooring occurs...
Whether they are doing it for fun, sport or transportation, it is common to see numerous bicyclists on Connecticut roads daily. As this is the case, you would think motorists would be more cautious in their driving habits and share the road as they should....
Dog bites are not inexpensive. In fact, the average dog bite claim in 2010 cost $26,166. As someone who has been attacked by a dog, the good news is that the owner is liable for the attack so long as you did not provoke the animal on purpose. For example, hitting an...
Cycling is an excellent way to get exercise into your busy workday. You work several miles from home in New Haven, but you'll save on gas and don't necessarily need to have a vehicle at home. As an avid cyclist, you know that it can be dangerous to be on the roads....
As a cyclist, you know there are dangers involved during your training rides. Accidents happen all the time. Just last week, one of your friends hit a pot-hole, went end-over-end, and ended up in the hospital with a broken collar bone. You have had plenty of close...
One of the most frightening experiences for a cyclist is being hit by a motor vehicle while riding. For those who are able to pick themselves and their bike back up and ride on, there is often an overwhelming feeling of relief that they are not dead or seriously...
There is nothing like a nice peaceful fall ride where you can enjoy the fall colors. Communing with nature indeed tops the list of perks for those who prefer a bike saddle to a car seat. But an increasing number of bikers here in New Haven are getting serious about...
It was recently announced that 81 Connecticut communities are set to receive road safety audits designed to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety this year and next. Connecticut towns that are being audited for road safety include Colchester, Griswold, Norwich,...
