Accident & Injury
Worldwide traffic safety and roadway accident statistics
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 20, 2018
We often look at local or national car accident statistics. But worldwide car accident statistics are more difficult to come by. The World Health Organization recently released information about worldwide traffic-related deaths. This includes car drivers and passengers as well as pedestrians, bicyclists, etc. Some of the interesting statistics were: Statistics 1.35 million people...
read more
How to avoid holiday injuries – as told by our favorite Christmas movies
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 20, 2018
The holiday season is one of the most magical times of the year. From decorations and new toys to food and festivities, we all have reasons to be excited for the coming weeks. Our Top 6 Holiday Movies with Serious Safety Hazards (more…)
read more
Despite improved tech, truck accident rates remain high
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 17, 2018
Commercial transportation is a vital element of our economy, and the need for safe vehicles and safe drivers is as critical as ever. Unfortunately, despite massive improvements in driving technology in recent years, accidents involving commercial trucks continue to happen. If you have been involved in a truck crash, contact a Columbus truck accident...
read more
Toys to avoid giving this holiday season
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 10, 2018
The last thing people want to do this holiday is spend money on a gift for someone that causes serious injuries – especially to children. Unfortunately, it can and does happen: Every three minutes, a child goes to the hospital with toy-related injuries. As such, avoiding defective or potentially dangerous toys this holiday will...
read more
Tips to Manage the Financial Fall Out From a Car Accident Accident
Posted in Accident & Injury on November 30, 2018
By William J. Price Auto accidents create debt instantly. As a victim, you could have to pay for medical bills and damage to your car, all while being forced to take time off of work to recover. The biggest expenses - hospital stays, surgery, long-term care, and medication – pile up quickly, creating a...
read more
Rules for snow removal and how to avoid accidents this winter
Posted in Accident & Injury on November 29, 2018
Ohio residents are preparing for the cold, snowy and icy conditions expected this winter. Whether that means staying warm inside or digging out the snowshoes and skis for some outdoor fun, it also means brushing up on the rules of snow and ice removal from sidewalks and roads. (more…)
read more
The dangers of settling your injury case without talking to a lawyer
Posted in Accident & Injury on November 21, 2018
By William J. Price A careless driver crashed into your car. Your injuries sent you to the hospital and kept you out of work for a month. You ask the driver’s insurance carrier to begin paying for your medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses their client caused. There’s a good chance they’ll tell...
read more
How Does a Traffic Clump Occur?
Posted in Accident & Injury on November 20, 2018
Driver’s ed teaches new drivers the basic skills for responsible driving. A temporary permit allows new drivers the chance to get driving experience. But new drivers still lack experience behind the wheel. One common traffic scenario that may be challenging for new drivers to navigate is traffic clumping. For more information, contact a Cincinnati...
read more
This Thanksgiving, beware of drunk drivers
Posted in Accident & Injury on November 19, 2018
If you are like millions of other people across the country, you are gearing up for a road trip on Thanksgiving. Whether this trip is across the country or across the city, it is important to be mindful that certain hazards increase during the Thanksgiving holiday. The most dangerous, perhaps, is the increased number...
read more
How safe are electric scooters?
Posted in Accident & Injury on November 19, 2018
Over the past year or so, electric scooters have surged in popularity. Just two months ago, the manufacturer of one popular scooter, Bird, announced that about one year since launching, 10 million rides had been taken. Unfortunately, scooter-related accident and injury numbers have also surged. And consumers are fighting back. (more…)
read more