The motor carrier industry has been one of the most popular and attractive in Ohio recently. New drivers are starting their trucking careers every day of the week. However, the surge in new applicants has led to a surge in crashes. Understanding the reasons for this...
Personal Injury
Seeking lost wages in a car accident lawsuit
Car accident victims often suffer injuries that leave them unable to work for days, weeks or even months. When their injuries are caused by the negligent actions of others, they can seek compensation for their lost income and other damages by filing personal injury...
What to look for if you suspect a driver is distracted
Although many Ohio motorists strive to be as alert as possible while behind the wheel, others aren’t quite as safe. Distracted driving is one of the biggest problems throughout the country, causing devastating accidents and leaving victims injured or killed. These are...
The hazards for drivers in the fall
When fall arrives in Ohio, motorists will need to be more careful for a variety of reasons. Road conditions might require better adherence to safer driving. Fall season and driving dangers The weather could take a turn for the worse during the fall, and drivers may...
The 100 deadliest days for teen drivers are coming
The 100 deadliest days of the year for teen drivers in Ohio are coming soon. These are the days that lie between Memorial Day and Labor Day. This is a period during which the number of fatal teen crashes has been shown to rise to a very high level. Over 7,000 people...
Car accidents may lead to delayed injuries
A car crash could result in apparent and devastating injuries. A driver who suffers lacerations or a broken collarbone upon hitting a windshield suffers unmistakable harm. Not every Ohio auto accident leads to obvious injuries, as someone may experience...
Is autumn a hazardous time for drivers?
Changes in the weather could affect driving conditions, and autumn may bring many of them. People who are traveling through Ohio might wish to take extra care to deal with potential hazards the fall season brings. Even a safe driver could end up in a collision if...
Comparative negligence in Ohio
When you are involved in an automobile accident, your whole world can turn upside down in an instant. Dealing with injuries, medical bills and recovery can quickly add up in costs if you are not compensated after being found not at fault for the accident itself. In...
The most common driving hazards in autumn
Autumn driving comes with its own hazards here in Ohio, and drivers, especially inexperienced ones, need to be aware of them. For example, drivers need to remember that school zones are once again active in this season, so cars should not speed out of the parking lot...
Distracted driving increases risk for accidents
Texting or talking on a cellphone has been consistently linked with increased risk for accidents, according to multiple research studies. Texting and cellphone use are only two examples of distracted driving. Any activity that might divert a driver’s attention is...