Earlier sunsets put more New Hampshire commuters on the road after dark. Reduced visibility can make pedestrians, intersections, and stopped traffic harder to see, especially on busy evening routes. Drivers must use required lighting and adjust their speed and attention to conditions. If you suffer injuries in an evening crash, evidence about headlights, road lighting, […]
A November DWI arrest on Interstate 93 in New Hampshire can lead to two separate matters: a criminal case and an administrative driver’s license suspension. Under RSA 265-A:30, an administrative suspension generally becomes effective 30 days after the notice is served. Under RSA 265-A:31, the Department of Safety must receive a written request for administrative […]
After a late-fall motorcycle accident in New Hampshire, the person or business whose negligence caused the crash may be responsible for your injuries and other losses. Insurance, evidence of fault, road conditions, and New Hampshire comparative fault law help determine who pays. Wet leaves, frost, and reduced daylight may affect the crash, but seasonal weather […]
Cold rain, wet leaves, and slick pavement can contribute to motorcycle crashes in New Hampshire, but bad weather does not automatically excuse another driver’s negligence. If a driver follows too closely, fails to yield, or makes an unsafe turn, an injured rider may be able to pursue compensation. New Hampshire generally allows a rider to […]
Thanksgiving traffic in Manchester, New Hampshire, can increase the risk of car accidents as motorists travel to family gatherings, shopping destinations, and holiday events. Congestion, distracted or impaired driving, fatigue, and late-November rain or ice may contribute to collisions. If another driver causes your crash through negligence, you may be able to seek compensation for […]
Yes. A New Hampshire DWI arrest can affect your holiday travel plans through an administrative license suspension, court dates, or conditions of release. An arrest does not automatically prevent you from leaving New Hampshire or taking a domestic flight. Before traveling, review your court paperwork, confirm your driving status, and check any applicable deadlines. Those […]
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 […]