The first snowfall in New Hampshire can create slippery roads and reduced visibility, contributing to rear-end collisions, intersection crashes, and multi-vehicle accidents. Drivers remain responsible for adjusting their speed and following distance to road conditions, even when snow or ice contributes to a collision. New Hampshire’s comparative fault law, RSA 507:7-d, determines how shared responsibility […]
Low sun glare can make motorcycles difficult to see on Manchester, New Hampshire roads, especially during morning and late-afternoon travel. If another driver strikes you while turning, changing lanes, or approaching stopped traffic, sunlight does not automatically relieve that driver of responsibility. New Hampshire law requires motorists to use reasonable care under existing conditions. Fault […]
If you are arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) after a Thanksgiving gathering in Manchester, New Hampshire, you may face criminal charges and a separate administrative license suspension. A standard first conviction can mean a fine of at least $500, a license revocation of at least nine months subject to possible statutory reduction, and required […]
Frost and black ice create dangerous conditions for New Hampshire motorcyclists, particularly during fall mornings, early spring, and sudden overnight temperature drops. When a motorcycle accident involves an icy roadway, determining liability requires examining driver behavior, road conditions, and whether another party acted negligently. New Hampshire law allows injured motorcyclists to pursue compensation when another […]
If you are arrested for DWI on Thanksgiving Eve in New Hampshire, you may face a criminal case and a separate administrative license suspension. Under RSA 265-A, the Department of Safety can begin the license process after a qualifying chemical test result or refusal, even before a criminal conviction. The paperwork you receive after an […]
Black ice car accidents in New Hampshire can leave injured drivers uncertain about who is responsible for their medical bills, vehicle damage, and other losses. Although hazardous weather contributes to winter crashes, icy roads do not automatically excuse negligent driving. Under New Hampshire RSA 265:60, motorists must adjust their speed to existing road conditions, while […]
Lane-change motorcycle accidents in Manchester, New Hampshire, frequently involve drivers who overlook motorcycles in blind spots, misjudge their speed or distance, or move into occupied lanes without adequate warning. These collisions can cause serious injuries because motorcycles offer less physical protection than passenger vehicles. Under New Hampshire RSA 265:45, drivers must ensure that moving right […]
A late-night October DWI arrest in Manchester, New Hampshire, can lead to police processing, chemical testing, an administrative license suspension, and a criminal court case. A suspension notice generally takes effect 30 days after service, but the New Hampshire Department of Safety must receive a written request for administrative review or a hearing no later […]
October car accidents on New Hampshire rural roads may involve slippery leaves, limited daylight, deer crossings, blind curves, and drivers who fail to adjust to changing conditions. If another driver caused or contributed to your injuries through negligence, you may be able to recover compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and other damages. New Hampshire's […]
Fall foliage season brings heavy recreational travel across New Hampshire, and a DWI arrest during a weekend drive, dinner outing, brewery visit, wedding, or leaf-peeping trip can quickly create legal and licensing problems. Under New Hampshire law, you may face a DWI charge for driving or attempting to drive while impaired by alcohol, drugs, certain […]