Posted in Medical Malpractice on September 26, 2018

Medical errors affect hundreds of thousands of people every year. An estimated 250,000 people die as a result of these errors every year, according to data analysis from experts on patient safety from Johns Hopkins. However, even if a patient survives a medical mistake or misdiagnosis, they can still suffer considerable damages that affect every… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 24, 2018

Truck drivers have a responsibility to safely operate 40,000+ pound vehicles. Considering the size and power of these vehicles – especially when comparing to much smaller passenger vehicles – one mistake could mean catastrophic results. Unfortunately, truck drivers are among the millions of Americans who struggle with sleep apnea. What is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 20, 2018

In recent years, we have been reading a lot about self-driving cars, and there is no shortage of promising, enticing details. We hear that they could reduce accidents caused by drunk, drowsy or distracted drivers; we learn that they can react faster than humans; we are told they could revolutionize the transportation industry. Understandably, a… read more

Posted in Health & Wellness on September 14, 2018

Having a car and driving is something many of us take for granted. For senior drivers who are about to stop driving, the loss of independence can be a difficult thing to go through. Fortunately, there are transportation options available to help seniors get around, attend medical appointments, run errands, etc. Learning what ride options… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 6, 2018

When an elderly loved one needs personal care and medical attention that spouses or family members cannot provide, they often move to a nursing home facility. These facilities typically have the staff, resources, and equipment that can make life more comfortable for a patient. However, accidents can happen in nursing homes, particularly when conditions are… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 5, 2018

Choosing a car seat, properly installing it, and ensuring that it meets current safety guidelines: These are all important tasks – and potential challenges – for parents and caregivers with young children. A car seat can protect a child in the event of a motor vehicle accident, potentially preventing serious injuries and deaths. The American… read more

Posted in Accident & Injury on August 29, 2018

When it comes to the salaries of truck drivers, how do Ohio truck drivers compare to other truck drivers across the country? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salaries of truck drivers around the U.S. varies greatly. There is a $17,670 difference between the highest and lowest ranked states.

Posted in Accident & Injury on August 29, 2018

All across Ohio, students are heading back to school. This means we are starting to see a lot more school buses on the road. Whether your child rides a bus or you are sharing the road with a school bus, you should understand some basic precautions you can take to ensure everyone gets where they… read more

Posted in Health & Wellness on August 22, 2018

Falls at nursing homes and retirement homes are a real safety concern. Many nursing home residents are in the facility because of decreased mobility. Many are no longer able to walk or even stand on their own. Falling is a real possibility, and can have devastating effects.

Posted in Accident & Injury on August 22, 2018

Every driver knows that driving drunk is dangerous and illegal. And most people are familiar with the signs that a driver is drunk, from slurred speech to erratic movements or swerving behind the wheel. However, there is another problem that is just as dangerous as driving drunk: drugged driving. Unfortunately, people are less familiar with… read more