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We have all seen this behavior from other drivers occur. The tail-gating followed by sudden braking or acceleration is dangerous and bound to cause an accident. This could be happening at low speeds in traffic, or worse at high speeds, leaving little room for error or a way out should the unexpected arise. What is […]

Reducing drinking and driving among people of all ages According to a 2011 Connecticut School Health Survey, 1 in 4 teenagers in Connecticut admit to getting in a car with a driver who has been drinking. The Flood Law Firm wants to be a part of the solution in cutting down on underage drinking, as […]

Whether faceless behind a computer screen or the wheel of a car, feeling anonymous can drive people act irrationally or sometimes combative. From internet bullying to road rage, acts of aggression are dangerous to both the perpetrator and those around them. And when the aggressor is in control of a several thousand-pound vehicle, a single […]

The smartphone has revolutionized our lives, and that certainly includes our time on the road. There is a bevy of driving-related apps out there that do everything from helping you find a parking space to ensuring you get a fair price on car repair.Below are some of our favorite driving apps that can help save […]

It was a bright, spring day when Ann decided to post a few selfies and a status update of her love for Pharrell William’s song “Happy” to her Facebook page. The trouble is she was using her social media account while driving. Exactly one minute after this post, Ann crosses the center divide, her car […]

4 Deadly Car Accident Types All car accidents are frightening – when we can walk away from the crunching smash of metal and fiberglass of an auto accident, shaken but alive, we feel lucky. The chances of walking away from a fender-bender are relatively high, but there are certain car accident types that are more likely to […]

The Flood Law Firm is pleased to announce that Attorney Alec Bates was involved in the End Distracted Driving (EDD) presentation as the chair of CTLA’s Young Lawyers’ Committee. This interactive, scientifically-guided and evidence-based program is designed to bring awareness to the public about the dangers of distracted driving and encourage safer driving behavior.The speaker, […]

Well, it finally happened: the dreaded car accident. No matter the details of who hit whom or how severe the damage, getting into any kind of accident is scary. Even a minor collision can leave you in significant pain, causing you to miss out on the things you like to do – like going for […]

The crushing impact, shattering glass, flailing objects, and bodily injury combine to make auto accidents among the most frightening experiences you may ever endure. Despite advances in vehicle technology and safety design, car crashes continue to be a leading cause of death in the U.S. and around the world. The Centers for Disease Control found […]

Whether it’s a minor fender-bender or a major 10 car pile-up, the pain of an auto accident can make you feel like you just got hit by an offensive lineman in an NFL game. During and after a car accident, your body reacts to danger by producing adrenaline. This same reaction that helps us escape […]