Accident & Injury
One simple way to strengthen your claim for lost wages
Posted in Accident & Injury on March 21, 2018
By William J. Price If you can’t work after suffering injuries in an auto accident caused by another driver, it’s reasonable to expect that you could recover your lost wages. This concept seems simple and fair. Unfortunately, when an insurance carrier is examining your claim, they may question or limit the time you can...
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Avoid these 3 mistakes after a car accident
Posted in Accident & Injury on March 20, 2018
No one wants to think about the possibility of being in a car accident. But when it happens, it’s important to know what to do – and what not to do – to ensure the protection of rights from a personal, insurance, and legal standpoint. Here are three mistakes to avoid after being involved...
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AAA: Drowsiness causes nearly 10 percent of traffic crashes
Posted in Accident & Injury on March 19, 2018
The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety has just released a study showing that drowsy driving may be more of a hazard than current statistics would lead people to believe. Research shows that going 20 to 25 hours without sleep can cause drivers to function similarly to those operating with a blood alcohol content of...
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4 ways to stay safe on Ohio roads this St. Patrick’s Day
Posted in Accident & Injury on March 15, 2018
Whether you are planning to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day or not this year, you should be aware that the roads may be more dangerous than usual. Besides the ever-present threat of distracted and reckless drivers, authorities expect there to be an increase in drunk drivers. Holidays and weekends are times when there is already...
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Motorcycle season is here: It’s time to review some safety tips
Posted in Accident & Injury, Car Accident, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on March 14, 2018
Prime motorcycle riding season is right around the corner in Ohio. While you’re preparing your bike for the spring and summer season, it’s a good time to review some motorcycle safety tips: (more…)
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Study finds more benefits of helmet use on motorcycles
Posted in Accident & Injury on March 13, 2018
Spring is right around the corner, and that means motorcyclists are likely getting their bikes ready for the road. If you or your loved one rides a motorcycle, then you are likely already aware of the risks that come with riding a motorcycle. However, just like a bike needs a tune up after being...
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New device would make it easy to see distracted driving history
Posted in Accident & Injury on March 12, 2018
There were 391,000 people injured and 3,477 people killed in distracted driving-related accidents in 2015. But that number could very well be higher. In the aftermath of an accident, it can be difficult or impossible to know if the driver was engaging in distracted driving. How do police officers know if a driver was...
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Are self-driving trucks in our future?
Posted in Accident & Injury on March 8, 2018
Cars with self-driving features are already on our roads. An estimated 10 million self-driving vehicles are expected to be in use by 2020. But surprising to many, self-driving trucks are also in our future. Uber began testing driverless technology in delivery trucks in early 2017. The self-driving trucks have been delivering freight in Arizona...
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Do you buckle up in the back seat?
Posted in Accident & Injury on March 8, 2018
Most vehicles on the road today set off a reminder if you forget to buckle up in the front seat. Even if the incessant beeping doesn’t bug you enough to put on your seat belt, the other passengers in the vehicle will usually guilt you into wearing one to make it stop. In the...
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How governors can improve traffic safety
Posted in Accident & Injury on March 8, 2018
Highway and traffic safety should be a major concern for drivers in Ohio. Safety conditions in the U.S. are lacking compared to those in other developed nations, and what's even worse is that traffic fatalities are on the rise. In fact, 2016 saw a 5.6 percent increase over the previous year with the deaths...
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