Summary A motorcycle door accident can happen in seconds. A driver or passenger opens a vehicle door into the path of an approaching rider, leaving little time to brake, swerve, or avoid impact. New Hampshire law restricts opening a vehicle door into moving traffic unless it can be done safely and without interfering with traffic. […]
Summary New Hampshire’s fall foliage season brings residents and visitors onto scenic roads across the state. During peak foliage periods, drivers may encounter heavier traffic, unfamiliar vehicles slowing for turns or scenic stops, wet leaves, low-angle sunlight, changing visibility, and frequent braking. These conditions do not automatically make any driver responsible for a crash. Fault […]
Summary An October DWI arrest in New Hampshire can affect Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other year-end travel plans before the criminal case is resolved. A separate Administrative License Suspension, or ALS, may begin 30 days after notice is served after a qualifying chemical-test refusal or qualifying alcohol-concentration result. Court dates, bail conditions, transportation needs, and license […]
Summary A DWI arrest after a Halloween party in Manchester, New Hampshire, can lead to two separate legal matters: a criminal DWI case and an Administrative License Suspension, or ALS, proceeding involving your driving privileges. New Hampshire law prohibits driving or attempting to drive while under the influence of alcohol, controlled drugs, prescription drugs, over-the-counter […]
Summary A rear-end motorcycle accident can cause serious injuries even when the striking vehicle is traveling at a relatively low speed. Because a motorcycle offers little protection in a collision, you may be thrown from the bike, pushed into another vehicle, or pinned between vehicles. If you were injured in a rear-end motorcycle crash in […]
Low October sun can create sudden visibility problems for drivers in Manchester, New Hampshire, especially during morning and late-afternoon travel when the sun sits close to the horizon. A driver may have only a few seconds to react when glare hides a traffic light, pedestrian, stopped vehicle, lane marking, or turning car. Sun glare does […]
A deer collision can leave you dealing with vehicle damage, injuries, medical bills, towing costs, and questions about which insurance coverage applies. The answer often depends on how the crash happened. If your vehicle directly strikes a deer, comprehensive auto coverage may apply to vehicle damage, subject to your policy terms and deductible. If you […]
Yes. Cold medicine can lead to a DWI charge in New Hampshire if the medication impairs your ability to drive. New Hampshire law is not limited to alcohol or illegal drugs. RSA 265-A:2 also addresses prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and other chemical substances that impair driving ability. If you took cough syrup, an antihistamine, a […]
Yes. A defective motorcycle or motorcycle component can support an accident claim in New Hampshire when the defect causes or contributes to a crash and resulting injuries. Problems involving brakes, tires, steering systems, frames, fuel systems, electrical components, or other parts may raise product liability issues. If you were injured in a motorcycle crash, the […]
A DWI arrest after a New Hampshire fall festival can trigger two separate matters: a criminal case in court and, in some situations, an Administrative License Suspension through the New Hampshire Department of Safety. The first days can involve chemical-test issues, license deadlines, and an arraignment. New Hampshire law prohibits driving or attempting to drive […]