The last thing you need after getting injured in a crash because of someone else’s negligence is getting a lowball settlement that barely covers your damages. You’re already dealing with pain, stress and unexpected bills, so you shouldn’t have to fight to get what’s...
Auto Accidents
This is the most common motorcycle accident
According to some reports, the most common type of motorcycle accident is the left-turn crash. This doesn’t mean that the motorcycle itself is turning, but is proceeding straight. The trouble is that another vehicle turns left in front of the motorcycle, which then...
Ohio’s comparative negligence law: What you need to know
If you were partly at fault for an accident in Ohio, it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re out of luck regarding recovering compensation. The state follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which determines how much compensation you can receive based on your share...
Can anxiety after a car crash be part of your compensation claim?
The anxiety after a car accident is not just "in your head" – it is a real and valid response to trauma. If you find yourself breaking into a cold sweat when cars pass too close or lying awake at night replaying the crash, you are experiencing a common post-accident...
How can taking medicine lead to crash risks?
A wide variety of inevitable factors could increase crash risks no matter how experienced a driver you are. Sometimes, rain makes the roads slippery, making it difficult for wheels to grip the ground. Other times, the streets have severe damage or deep potholes, which...
5 steps you should take immediately following a car accident
For drivers in Ohio, understanding what to do in the immediate aftermath of a car accident is crucial. The steps you take can greatly affect any legal or insurance proceedings. So, it’s important to take the right steps to avoid complications and protect your...
Delaying car maintenance may lead to accidents
Regular car maintenance is costly and time-consuming, which may lead you to delay or skip essential tasks. Moreover, cars seem to work just fine without it, fostering complacency. However, neglecting to check on your car may mask underlying issues or allow existing...
What should you do if you witness a hit-and-run accident?
You may be out on a seemingly mundane day when you suddenly witness a tragic turn of events – a car deliberately fleeing an accident scene without leaving contact information or rendering reasonable aid to potential victims. Your emotional instincts may tell you to...
Does your daily commute place you at an elevated risk of a crash?
Every trip taken in a motor vehicle is risky, as drivers and passengers never know when they might experience some kind of freak accident or cross paths with someone who makes bad choices. The more often someone drives, the greater their overall risk of a crash....
Driving in lake-effect snow this winter
Those of us who live and work in proximity to Lake Erie must learn to cope while driving with lake-effect snow and adverse weather conditions. Let’s unpack what that all means. Every driver who operates a vehicle around Lake Erie should be prepared for lake-effect...