Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident on February 9, 2022

According to AAA, pothole damage costs U.S. drivers an average of $3 billion annually. They can do a surprising amount of damage, ranging from popping your tires to causing alignment issues and even ruining your shocks. Pothole damage can lead to pricey and widespread vehicle repairs. How Potholes Can Damage Your Car AAA published...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Car Accident on January 17, 2022

2021 Total Traffic Fatalities in Ohio* 1,242 Leading Causes of Fatal Crashes OVI-Related: 52.4% Speeding: 28.9% Failure to Yield: 11.9% Distracted: 2.9% Deer: 0.9% Counties with the Most Crash Fatalities Cuyahoga County had the highest amount of fatal crashes in 2021, followed by Franklin and Hamilton Counties. Cuyahoga: 121 Franklin: 117 Hamilton: 65 Montgomery:...

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 5, 2022

As cold weather and winter storms approach, it is important to be prepared for any situation. In 2020, winter storms caused $1.1 billion in insured losses. Unfortunately, it can be challenging to predict winter weather, so preparations must be made for yourself and others. Here are tips for staying safe in both indoor and...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident on December 23, 2021

Traveling to see friends and family during the holidays can be exciting, but what happens when you get into a car accident out of state? We have created a guide to better understand what to do if this occurs.    Steps to take after an out-of-state car accident:  1. Call the police  It is essential to contact the authorities...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident on December 9, 2021

As of December 2021, there have been over 54,000 car accidents with nearly 1,300 fatalities in Ohio. Let's take a look at the common causes that contributed to car accidents over the past year. Distracted Driving Distracted driving is anything that takes the driver's focus away while they are operating a vehicle, such as:...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident on November 10, 2021

November 7-14, 2021, is Drowsy Driving Prevention Week. Though it may seem like driving while tired is not dangerous, it causes more than 100,000 crashes and around 700 deaths every year. Over 50% of drivers have admitted to getting behind the wheel when extremely tired, which can be just as dangerous as driving intoxicated....

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident on October 21, 2021

As a teenager, getting a driver's license brings a new sense of freedom. They don't have to rely on others for rides and can drive to any destination they want. With this freedom comes a new form of responsibility on the road. Within the first year of having their license, teens are 10 times...

Posted in Accident & Injury on October 18, 2021

October 18-22, 2021, is School Bus Safety Week. Every day, more than 25 million children ride the bus to and from school. While this week focuses on sharing the road with school buses, it is important to touch on how to teach children about being safe while going to school.   Tips for Parents...

Posted in Accident & Injury on October 15, 2021

2021 Update. Once found almost exclusively in Europe, today, there are more than 7,000 roundabouts on our nation’s roadways. The United States first roundabouts were constructed over a century ago. What is a roundabout? A modern roundabout is a circular intersection where drivers travel counterclockwise around a center island. They are a replacement for...

Posted in Accident & Injury on October 4, 2021

October 3-9, 2021, is recognized as National Fire Prevention Week. This week is an excellent time to refresh on how to prevent fires and stay safe in the event of a fire. While fires happen all year round, they tend to increase during the fall and winter with more time being spent indoors.  ...