Accident & Injury

4 tips to keep your teen driver safe in winter road conditions

Driving in winter weather is a dangerous challenge for even the most skilled motorists. While it may be tempting to take away your teen driver's keys at the first sign of snow, there will come a time when they will need to brave the winter roads. Wouldn’t you rather them be prepared? Follow these...

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Death of social media celebrity raises concerns about chiropractic neck manipulation

By William J. Price On Feb. 4, 2016, model and social media celebrity Katie May died at the age of 34 after suffering a stroke. Last month, a new Los Angeles Coroner's Office report suggested her death was potentially caused by chiropractic neck manipulation to relieve a pinched nerve. According to the American Chiropractic...

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Why you shouldn’t make Halloween candy buckets out of laundry pod tubs

If you’re a Pinterest addict or frequently browse DIY sites, you’ve probably come across instructions for creating Halloween candy buckets out of laundry pod containers. Fluorescent orange Tide PODS® tubs can easily be transformed into pumpkins, and others can be used to construct a child’s favorite movie character or unique costume accessory. While the...

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How much car insurance should you really have?

Advice from an experienced Ohio personal injury lawyer By R. Craig McLaughlin I experienced several different feelings when my 16-year-old daughter earned her driver’s license. The first feeling I had was pride. She studied, practiced, and worked hard to get her license and achieved an important milestone on her path to adulthood. The second...

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Why is the insurance company delaying the repairs on my car?

By William J. Price Your car is sitting in the tow yard. You’ve left over six messages with the property damage adjuster to find out why your car has not been moved or even examined to be repaired. At the end of each message, you ask as nicely as you can to have them...

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Protect your children on the road: 3 car seat safety tips

Do you know which type of car seat would keep your child safest in a crash? When used properly, car seats greatly reduce a child’s risk of being killed in a motor vehicle accident. However, nearly half of car and booster seats are not used or installed correctly. Keep your little ones safe on...

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How to tell if your elderly loved one is in danger behind the wheel

Looking out for an aging parent or elderly relative can raise challenging questions and force you to initiate difficult conversations. You’ve probably noticed your loved one’s driving abilities beginning to decline, but how do you know when it’s time for them to hang up the keys for good? How old is too old to drive?...

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When man’s best friend isn’t so friendly: Tips for avoiding dog bites

You’re jogging down the sidewalk when, out of nowhere, an unfamiliar dog comes charging toward you. Do you run the opposite direction? Scream at the top of your lungs? In this scenario, following your first instinct would probably be the worst decision you could make. Loud noises or sudden movements will further provoke the dog,...

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Back to School: Staying Safe on the Road

Summer is quickly drawing to a close, and children of all ages are preparing to head back to school. Many health and safety concerns accompany the start of each school year for parents and students, but with the increase of school buses and teens on the road, the traffic-related risks affect everyone. Follow these...

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Concussions: Reducing the Risks for High School Athletes

On Monday, Aug. 1, high school athletes around the state officially kicked off their training for fall sports. Last year, Ohio High School Athletic Association introduced new regulations to help prevent concussions during football practices, but athletes in every sport are at risk of suffering this common injury. The first match-ups of the season...

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