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6 tips to keep your teen driver safe on the road
Posted in Accident & Injury on January 25, 2018
Getting a driver’s license is an important milestone in the life of a teenager. It’s also a time when many parents’ stress levels skyrocket. Driving can be dangerous and young people can make poor decisions. As a parent, how can you allow your teen to enjoy this newfound freedom while at the same time keeping… read more
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Being a designated driver doesn’t have to be a drag
Posted in Accident & Injury on January 24, 2018
The designated driver is an underappreciated role. But designated drivers serve an important purpose: To ensure that friends arrive home safely after a night of drinking. Drinking and driving can have devastating consequences. The possibility of getting a DUI/OVI, getting into an accident or getting seriously injured should be enough to keep anyone from drunk… read more
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How safe are infotainment systems in cars?
Posted in Accident & Injury on January 22, 2018
In today’s technology-driven world, many people can’t go an hour without checking their emails, text messages or otherwise using their phones. Perhaps the most important time of the day to be free from these distractions is when operating a motor vehicle. Distracted driving caused 3,477 deaths and 391,000 injuries in 2015 alone.
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Social Security Disability application tips
Posted in Health & Wellness on January 17, 2018
Many people who are disabled and unable to work rely on Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. Those individuals had to go through the SSD application process, which can be discouraging, to say the least. The vast majority of initial claims are denied. In fact, only 34 percent of initial claims are approved. If the applicant… read more
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App pays passengers and bystanders to report distracted driving
Posted in Accident & Injury on January 12, 2018
There are two types of drivers in the world: Those who engage in distracted driving and those who don’t. For those who don’t, it can be frustrating – even infuriating – to see other drivers texting while driving, talking on their phones while driving, and engaging in other dangerous behavior behind the wheel. But there… read more
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Why won’t the insurance adjuster call me back?
Posted in Accident & Injury on January 4, 2018
By William J. Price Every plaintiff has the same complaint: “The insurance adjuster will not call me back.” It’s not unusual, and the adjuster is not making the matter personal. Your case is classified as a claim, and adjusters do not call people back due to the volume of claims. An efficient and diligent adjuster… read more
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Aging parents and driving: Keeping your loved one safe
Posted in Accident & Injury on January 3, 2018
As an adult with aging parents, you might be concerned about their continued safety behind the wheel. You know that being able to drive is a huge source of independence. The choice to give up their driving license should not be taken lightly. How do you know if it is the right time?
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Prevention and symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning
Posted in Health & Wellness on December 29, 2017
Carbon Monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas. When present in the atmosphere, carbon monoxide can cause flu-like symptoms and lead to death. Every year in the United States, approximately 430 people die from carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide poisoning is especially a concern in winter months. Dangerous gases can build up when generators, furnaces, and… read more
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Lake County using variable speeds to create safer road travel
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 27, 2017
Most of us are used to seeing static speed limit signs on the side of a road or freeway. However, as driving conditions change, the posted speed limit is not necessarily the safest speed to drive. Winter weather can make for dangerous driving conditions in Ohio. Multiple car crashes and injury accidents are not uncommon… read more
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How to Avoid Gaps in Your Treatment After an Injury
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 20, 2017
By William J. Price A gap in treatment is a period of time when there is no documented medical treatment. For example, if you are in an accident and do not go to the emergency room for over 30 days, there is a 30-day gap in treatment. A second type of gap can occur when… read more
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