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The emergency room X-ray came back clear, and the doctor sent you home with a sprained wrist. A week later, pain at the base of your thumb still flares every time you grip a mug or turn a key. What if that sprain is actually a broken bone? Here is how a hidden wrist...
Wrist injuries are an often-overlooked consequence of car accidents in Ohio and across the country. Many drivers are already aware of bone fractures or head injuries when they get into a car crash, but wrist injuries are also a frequent and debilitating consequence of...
Car accidents can cause more than broken bones and visible wounds. A severe impact can also damage internal organs, including the liver, and understanding how these injuries occur helps you evaluate your options for seeking compensation. Blunt trauma to the liver The...
A broken collarbone is one of the more common injuries to come out of a car accident, and the reason comes down to exactly where that bone sits in relation to your seat belt. If you or someone you know has been dealing with this injury after a crash, here is important...
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...
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...