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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...
The mental state of a driver influences their safety in traffic. Angry drivers may experience lapses in judgment that lead to road rage incidents. Drivers distracted by their mobile phones or a meal eaten on the way to a client meeting may not properly monitor their...
A driver’s arrest after a crash often – very understandably – raises questions for injury victims who want to understand their legal options. Many people assume that if an at-fault driver already faces criminal charges, a civil case cannot or should not be filed. In...
Cyclists have the right to share the road with other vehicles. They should travel on the same side of the road as motor vehicles and must obey all of the same lights and signs. Unfortunately, people in motor vehicles are not always considerate about the need to share...
Many of the most significant risk factors for pedestrian collisions relate to human behavior. Intoxication on the part of a driver or pedestrian may increase the likelihood of a collision. Crossing busy roads at unsafe locations or failing to monitor surroundings are...
Right after someone’s negligence causes your car accident injuries, your phone will soon ring. One of the first calls usually comes from the at-fault party’s insurance adjuster. Understand that this person does not work for you, and their job is to protect the...
People with significant car crash injuries often need immediate assistance. Major fractures, spinal cord injuries and other traumatic injuries can leave people in need of emergency medical care. There are also certain injuries that people may struggle to diagnose and...
NHTSA recall notices are issued when a vehicle or vehicle component has a defect that poses a risk to safety. These recalls may involve anything from faulty airbags and seat belts to engine components and braking systems. When a defect is found to contribute to an...
A car accident can lead to serious injuries and a long list of emotions and tasks. Still, gathering and preserving evidence can be extremely helpful for your recovery. It can support future legal actions and potentially help you secure compensation for your injuries....