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America’s Most Dangerous Highways for Motorcyclists: A Data-Driven Safety Study
Every time you ride a motorcycle, you take a risk. But do you know which highways are the deadliest for motorcyclists in America? Between 2020 and 2024, thousands of riders lost their lives on U.S. highways. Our study analyzes five years of crash data, highlighting the most dangerous roads, key risk factors, and alarming trends...
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How Common Are Red Light Accidents?
A traffic study released by AAA in August 2019 found that fatalities related to drivers running red lights hit their peak in 2017. There were 939 deaths involving drivers illegally going through intersections that year, an increase for the third straight year and up 31 percent from 2009. Data from the study tracked figures from...
February 27, 2020
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How Clothing and Shoes Affect a Slip and Fall Case
If you experienced a slip and fall on a public surface, chances are you were wearing shoes. Were they appropriate for the conditions you encountered or the job you were hired to perform? These details may seem insignificant at first but, if you decide to pursue a slip and fall claim, the defendant’s legal team...
February 11, 2020
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Who’s Responsible for Injuries on Icy Pavement?
When winter arrives in New England, we should all be on the lookout for ice and snow on the roads, sidewalks and properties. Especially if you own a business, keeping an eye out is simply not enough. You need a plan of action to remove all accumulation within a reasonable timeframe. Otherwise, the next patron...
January 7, 2020
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Handling Property Damage After a Car Accident
When a car accident is severe enough to injure the drivers or passengers, it’s likely property damage has also occurred. As the typical American can expect to be in three or four car accidents in a lifetime, most drivers will be filing a property damage claim at some point. One significant point to keep in...
December 23, 2019
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Hartford Office FAQs
Written by Keith V. Trantolo Our Hartford Office Has Moved! We’re excited to be starting a new chapter in our 80+ year history! Trantolo & Trantolo’s Hartford office has moved to 21 Oak Street, Suite 605. If you have any questions, please review the Frequently Asked Questions below. What is the address? 21 Oak Street,...
October 4, 2019
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Dangers of Illegally Passing School Buses
In today’s busy world, we are often in a rush to get from Point A to Point B. Unfortunately, this reality can be dangerous for our kids. In Connecticut alone, thousands of children take the bus to school every day. When drivers are in a hurry to get to their destinations, it puts students waiting...
September 18, 2019
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Who’s Responsible for Defective Products On the Market?
When a defective product injures an individual or group of people, it’s often assumed the manufacturer is the responsible party. After all, key factors were overlooked in the development and testing of the product, which ended up compromising consumer health and safety. However, a whole supply chain exists between the manufacturer and consumers, from warehouses...
August 20, 2019
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10 Causes of Single-Vehicle Car Accidents
When we hear about a car accident, many of us envision two cars colliding with each other. However, according to crash data from IIHS, single-vehicle crashes account for over 50 percent of all accidents. While these incidents often involve hitting a stationary object such as a guardrail or a pole, they can encompass several other...
July 16, 2019
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Dangers of Driving Through Fog
Drivers know to take it slow and keep their distance from other cars during snow, ice and rainstorms. When it comes to different types of inclement weather, fog often gets overlooked as a serious hazard. Yet the statistics paint a different picture. Fog is a large cloud of water droplets that forms when air comes...
June 18, 2019
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Trantolo & Trantolo Proudly Presents: The Beach Boys!
For over 85 years, Trantolo & Trantolo has built strong ties in the communities we serve. Our law firm is passionate about helping others, inside and outside the courtroom. Every year, we organize and sponsor local events to support worthy causes. This year, Trantolo & Trantolo is proud to present our first Summer Concert Series....
May 30, 2019
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How Does Wrong-Way Driving Happen?
Imagine you’re driving home after a long day of work when suddenly, a car driving in the opposite direction is headed right toward you. You react as quickly as you can, moving out of the way for the motorist – but not every driver is as lucky. Wrong-way driving makes up a small percentage of...
March 5, 2019
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How Dangerous Are Rollover Car Accidents?
When you think of a car accident, what comes to mind? Head-on collisions, fender benders and one-car crashes to name a few. Rollovers, one type of car accident you may have overlooked, only account for 2.1 percent of accidents, according to statistics from SafeCar.gov. However, rollovers are responsible for 35 percent of all passenger vehicle...
December 19, 2018
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What Can Happen When a Car Accident Is Not Reported?
Imagine another car lightly taps your bumper and the brief impact results in a small dent. You think, “It’s not a big deal,” – you and the other driver decide not to contact your insurance carriers. You still exchange names and phone numbers, just in case something comes up. The incident is behind you, until...
November 27, 2018
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Who’s Responsible For a Car Accident Caused by Mechanical Failure?
In 2018, cars operate much like a computer network. Signals travel through its various systems, causing parts to operate and alerts to be issued. Yet in some cases, the pathway is not always smooth and can’t produce clear results, leading to vehicle performance failure. In a best-case scenario, your car might not start but in...
October 30, 2018
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“Heads Up For Safety” Program Comes to Hartford
Trantolo & Trantolo’s hugely successful Heads Up For Safety program is a coalition of public and private community stakeholders who support bicycle helmet safety and education for local youth. Attorney Vincent Trantolo began this program over 20 years ago in Hartford with the late Mayor Michael Peters. On Friday, September 14th, Attorney Keith Trantolo and...
September 19, 2018
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FDA Updates Warning Label for Fluoroquinolones
Doctors have known about the serious side effects associated with Fluoroquinolones like Cipro, including tendon ruptures and neurological issues, for a number of years. In response, prescriptions have tapered off, except in the most extreme instances. In early July, the FDA announced a label update to this drug class of antibiotics. Encompassing levofloxacin (Levaquin), ciprofloxacin...
September 13, 2018
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In Memoriam: Sergeant Matt Mainieri
Remembering Sergeant Matt Mainieri We at Trantolo & Trantolo would like to pay tribute to Sgt. Matt Mainieri of the South Windsor Police Department. Matt died trying to break up a bar fight, while recently visiting South Carolina. We were truly blessed to have his support on countless Trantolo & Trantolo motorcycle charity rides. He...
September 6, 2018
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Why Don’t Connecticut Buses Have Seat Belts?
When your children are old enough to ride in the car without a booster seat, you likely teach them how to buckle their seat belt. Although it’s the law in Connecticut for all passenger vehicle occupants to wear a seat belt, these safety restraints are not found in our state’s school buses. When we hear...
August 23, 2018
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Many Still Underestimate Texting & Driving Dangers
Many of us have seen the ad campaigns about the dangers of making phone calls while behind the wheel. You know the risks but may think you can handle it. Some drivers feel so confident that they also send text messages on occasion and wonder, “What possibly could go wrong?” Society for Risk Analysis Study...
August 7, 2018
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7 Risk Factors for Pedestrian Accidents
According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), roughly 4,300 pedestrians died in motor vehicle accidents in 2010 and another 70,000 endured various injuries. Five years later, these figures increased: 5,376 pedestrian fatalities and 129,000 emergency room treatments for non-fatal injuries. Why the spike in numbers? The NHTSA attributes it to distracted...
June 19, 2018
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Slip and Fall Injuries on Public Transit
Each year, about 5,000 passengers on board a bus or other form of public transit suffer a slip and fall injury. Some might be related to the vehicle’s condition and others might stem from driver recklessness but in all cases, it’s imperative that you start your claim right away. Understanding the Basics Depending on where...
June 5, 2018
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Driving & Walking Dangers of Pothole Season
Many New Englanders cannot wait for spring to arrive. After a long winter, we can finally see the grass and pavement again! However, spring is also the time when potholes begin popping up on our local roadways. Potholes form when water seeps below the pavement, freezes and expands, cracking the asphalt above. Whether you’re on...
April 17, 2018
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7 Specific Causes of Truck Accidents
After you get into an accident with another motorist, you may have an idea of what happened and the next steps you’ll need to take. Yet, when the vehicle that hits you is a semi-tractor trailer, the situation can suddenly become more complex. Generally, truck accidents encompass three broad categories: The driver travels out of...
March 13, 2018
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How Slip and Fall Injuries Differ for the Elderly
Oftentimes when we think about serious health conditions that affect the elderly, falls may not be at the top of the list. Yet, statistics show that one in three older Americans fall each year, making falls the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries in people age 65 and older. According to the Centers for...
February 28, 2018
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What Happens When a Car Accident Has No Witnesses?
Imagine another driver T-bones your car as you’re entering an intersection. In the aftermath, you get out and realize that no one saw what happened. You call the police to file a report and contact your insurance carrier to start a claim. If the damage and injuries are significant, you wonder who is going to...
February 20, 2018
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5 Tips for Handling Icy, Slippery Roads
If the pavement looks slick, should I venture out? Although it is your safest option to stay off the roads, very few of us have this luxury with work and other obligations. When you have to take your car out on slippery streets, the question becomes: How do I drive in this weather? The answer...
December 19, 2017
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Slips and Falls in Parking Lots: Who’s Responsible?
During winter, the temperatures drop, snow accumulates and both sidewalks and parking lots become icy. These factors combined increase slip and fall risks, but when an injury happens in a parking lot, determining responsibility isn’t always clear. Since a mere trip can result in a serious head injury, businesses must try – both for their...
December 14, 2017
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Can a Landlord Be Liable for Slip and Fall Injuries?
Let’s say you rent an apartment in a large complex and one morning, you’re using a public walkway when you slip on an uneven, wet surface. In the aftermath, should your landlord have noticed the issue and took action? When it comes to apartments and other rented properties, generally a landlord must create a safe...
December 5, 2017
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What to Do If You’re Bit by a Stray Dog
According to figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 4.5 million dog bites occur annually in the U.S., with 900,000 resulting in infection. While many get bit by a dog they know, strays are part of this total. If you find yourself in this situation, what should you do? Handling a...
November 29, 2017
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Atty. Keith Trantolo Helps Family After Life-Changing Crash
It was a beautiful day. Our client, Scott S., was enjoying a peaceful motorcycle ride in late November. The cold weather was not going to stop Scott from reveling in the beauty of late fall weather in New England. Towards the end of the ride, he saw a car approaching – and the driver did...
October 12, 2017
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