Have you seen the signs along the freeway warning you about the risk of drowsy driving? The fact is that getting behind the wheel of a car after not getting enough sleep can have severe and sometimes fatal consequences. Drowsy driving is a recognized danger on the...
Avoid these 5 mistakes after an Uber or Lyft accident
People rely on Uber and Lyft to get them places safely and quickly. Some people use rideshare services when traveling so that they don't need to rent a car or try to learn their way around an unfamiliar city. Other people rely on rideshare apps where they live because...
How is fault determined in an Ohio car accident claim?
Emotions can soar high after a car crash, with each driver blaming the other for the accident. However, what each party claim or admit during the chaotic moments after the crash does not necessarily amount to a fault. To recover damages in a car crash claim, you need...
3 mechanical problems that can lead to a car crash
A car accident can leave you with life-altering injuries. If you are caught up in a car accident that is not your fault, you may be eligible for financial restitution through a personal injury claim. But first, you must establish the extent of the other driver’s fault...
What pictures should you take after a wreck?
If you get involved in a car accident, it may be important to take pictures after the crash. These could be used when you file an insurance claim, for example, or when you are involved in a lawsuit seeking compensation from the other driver. They provide an account of...
How adrenaline can mask pain after an accident
One thing that often happens when someone is involved in a car accident is that they experience an adrenaline rush. This is just one of the hormones that your body produces as part of your fight-or-flight syndrome. It can flood your system so that you are able to...
I have been hit by an uninsured driver in Ohio. What do I do?
Ohio is an at-fault state. Basically, this means that if you are involved in a car accident that is not your fault, then you can pursue the responsible party for the resulting damages through their insurance provider. What happens, though, if the other driver is not...
3 driver distractions that are likely to lead to a car wreck
Whether you are a seasoned driver or a rookie, a couple of things are true: firstly, you require a great deal of focus and attentiveness to operate a motor vehicle safely. And, secondly, distracted driving can happen to anyone with devastating outcomes. A momentary...
What are the most dangerous counties for driving in Ohio?
You can’t always control how safe you are on the road, because some of that just comes down to the other drivers who are around you. If you’re near someone who is texting while driving or driving under the influence, then your odds of being injured in an accident are...
Ohio is one of the most accident-prone states in the country
You may have found yourself claiming previously that Ohio has some of the worst drivers in the country in frustration after getting trapped in rush hour traffic or cut off by someone behaving inappropriately. It may be cold comfort to learn that some experts actually...