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The first few days after a car accident can be stressful. Between getting medical care, dealing with insurance claims and figuring out your next steps, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. What you do within the first 72 hours after your car accident helps protect your...
Neck stiffness after a car accident is easy to dismiss. You might think it will go away on its own or that it does not warrant a doctor's visit. However, this common symptom can indicate injuries that can worsen without proper treatment. In Ohio, how you respond to...
After an accident, getting a property damage payment from the insurance company can feel like progress. Because of this, you might think that your injury claim will follow suit. The process, however, might not be what you expect. Understanding what you can do in this...
When a police officer pulls you over on suspicion of operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI), you may be asked to perform field sobriety tests. These voluntary tests typically help officers collect proof of impairment to support an OVI arrest. However, your...
A car crash can injure the lower body in ways that are not always obvious right away. When the front of the vehicle crushes inward, or your body moves forward suddenly, your knees and legs may hit the dashboard with significant force. That impact can affect bones,...
If you receive a traffic citation in Ohio, the fine is rarely the only consequence you face. Points may also be added to your driving record, and understanding the system can help you tackle what comes ahead. The method Ohio uses to assign points Ohio law assigns a...
If you have ever reached for your phone while driving through Cincinnati, you are not alone. But a relatively recent change to Ohio law may make that habit far more costly than you think. In January 2023, the governor of Ohio signed Senate Bill 288, creating the...
A police ticket provides a strong starting point for your insurance claim after a car crash. While a citation points toward the responsible party, it does not automatically prove legal liability in Ohio. The legal system separates traffic violations from civil...
Confusion is a natural response when you suffer injuries in a second accident while litigation from your first accident continues. Does your pending claim prevent you from filing another? Will pursuing two cases make you look like you are gaming the system? The good...
In Ohio, driving under the influence (DUI) is known as operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI). This illegal act occurs when a person drives their car while they are drunk, drugged or both. If you were arrested for OVI in Ohio, you must treat your case with...