Car Accidents On Ice And Snow In Ohio

Snow and ice are common in the winter and plow trucks and salt trucks can be anywhere. Most of the time these trucks are able to safely share the road with the rest of us but occasionally a serious accident occurs.

Salt trucks and plow trucks have an important job to do during the winter. When ice forms or snow falls these trucks are important in making sure our roads stay safe. Many times these trucks are on a timeline to get their jobs done, cover many miles in a short amount of time and travel during unsafe weather conditions. These truck drivers operate at all times of the day which often makes them fatigued.

Accidents with snow plows and salt trucks can happen at any time and cause serious injuries and even death. If a family has been affected by a snow plow or salt truck accident we can help. We represent the families of those who have been injured in an accident.

We have decades of experience representing clients who have been injured or killed due to salt trucks or snow plow negligence. Accidents with winter snow plows and salt trucks in the Cincinnati area are often serious. When the accident is caused by negligent drivers it is important to hold them responsible along with their employer.

Winter Driving Safety Tips

Though speeding, drunken driving and fatigue are common causes of fatal car accidents, weather is also one of the top causes for crashes across the country. A weather-related crash is one that occurs in adverse weather, including snow, fog, rain, or even a slick piece of pavement.

According to stark statistics revealed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, there is an accident somewhere in the country every 10 seconds, and an average driver gets into an accident once every 10 years. Of these car accidents, around a quarter result in injury and one percent result in death. Though one percent may sound low, this amounts to about 30,000 deaths related to car accidents every year.

The deadliest weather hazard is driving, with more than 7,000 drivers dying in weather related crashes a year. Even though cars are increasingly automated with more safety features installed in them, car accidents are still the leading cause of death for young adults.

Since cars are prone to sliding in winter weather, Ohio drivers should remember to drive slowly and leave more space than usual between cars-the Weather Channel claims that drivers should leave three times more space than usual. Drivers should also brake gently and in case their wheels lock up, they should ease off the brake.

Driving carefully is a good way to avoid accidents year-round, not only in the winter. Staying alert on the road can save not only the driver’s life, but also the lives of other drivers sharing the roadway.

What To Do After An Accident On A Holiday

The holidays make it difficult for courts to find fault. The traffic and rush make gathering evidence difficult, even in what seems like a straightforward case. This is especially true for multicar pile-ups that are common over the holidays. You can keep yourself and your family safer during accidents by taking the following steps:

First, get medical attention for anyone who is injured and call for a police officer. The officer can take a full account of the scene.

Next, call an attorney as soon as possible. Insurance companies have many resources. A fast response can help prevent insurance companies from gaining an unfair advantage. Our firm is open 24 hours and will come meet you at your convenience.

Before you accept any insurance offer, consult with an experienced attorney who can analyze the situation and determine if your settlement offer is fair and complete.