Accident & Injury
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...
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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. (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...
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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...
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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? (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...
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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...
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How to safely transport a Christmas tree on a car
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 14, 2017
Buying a Christmas tree is a quintessential part of the holiday season for many families. Unfortunately, when a Christmas tree is not securely fastened to the car, it can fly off the vehicle and cause tremendous damage. Here are some tips to help you safely transport a Christmas tree on your vehicle: Pack the...
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Which football positions face the highest risk of brain damage?
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 13, 2017
It’s no secret that football players are at risk for concussions. Nor is it a secret that repeated concussions can cause long-term brain damage. However, the details of those risks have yet to be fully fleshed out. One recent study does shed light on how concussions differ – in location, severity and frequency –...
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4 things you need to know about contingency fees
Posted in Accident & Injury on December 11, 2017
By William J. Price A contingency fee contract delays a lawyer's legal payment until a financial result is reached between the client and the defendant's insurance company. The verdict or settlement includes compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Under a contingency arrangement, the attorney’s payment is a percentage – usually...
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