The rights of pedestrians as anyone else on the road, including operators of vehicles, motorcycles, and bicyclers. In many cases, pedestrians are able to benefit from crosswalks and sidewalks, which means you can feel safe walking where you need to go, with the assumption that vehicles will respect your right-of-way. However, there are situations where […]

It is natural to have a lot of questions after a car accident. You may have serious injuries that keep you from working now and in the future, along with the medical bills that are beyond the ability of most people to pay. The biggest question on your mind may be whether or not you […]

A grisly car accident left four people dead outside Cincinnati, caused by a driver under the influence of heroin. Kenneth Hartsock, 48, was allegedly driving on the eastbound lane of Highland Pike with a mix of heroin and fentanyl in his system, when he drifted into the emergency lane and then redirected the car into […]

For years, national, state, and local governments have tried to hammer home the argument that seat belts save lives. TV advertisements, community engagement, and even legal penalties have convinced most drivers to finally just buckle their seat belt, but not all of them. According to a survey by the Ohio Highway Patrol, Cuyahoga County (tied […]

Tragedy struck outside R.G. Jones School in Cleveland, when a young boy was hit by a motor vehicle while crossing the street. The driver fled the scene of the accident and is being sought by local authorities. According to Fox 8, the child was crossing the street in an area usually protected by a crossing […]

The moment after a car accident can be shocking and confusing. You may not have time to assess all your personal injuries while you check the damage to your vehicle, call the police, and deal with insurance companies. But your own personal health is the most important factor to consider after a car accident, and […]

Drinking and driving is an incredibly irresponsible decision with enormous repercussions, not only for the perpetrators but for other drivers and pedestrians on the road. In Ohio, as in all states, the penalties are severe for this public hazard in an effort to mitigate the problem. Even if you are a responsible driver, you still […]

On a Sunday morning in November, a military truck was headed down SR 16, when the driver fell asleep and hit a bridge and rolled over. The debris from the military vehicle hit one other car and another car was hit by rocks launched from the accident. WBNS 10 reported minor injuries but no one […]

In late October, a man was driving late at night, lost control of his vehicle and collided with a bicyclist on the intersection of Olentangy River Road and Garrett Drive, killing them both. According to Columbus Police, the driver was travelling at a “high rate of speed” that likely contributed to the accident. NBC4, reporting […]

The Insurance Claims Process After an Accident In the state of Ohio, there are many state laws to consider when filing a liability claim. Insurance companies make their money by being as stingy as possible with their payouts, so it is important to seek help in these situations. For liability claims in Ohio, drivers have […]