Rule on Electronic Logs for Truckers
We will discuss the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s rule on electronic logging devices, or elogs, as it relates to truck driver accidents.
Daylight Savings Time and Car Accidents
It’s not some sort of urban myth. Daylight Saving Time really does cause car accidents. Of course, it’s not Daylight Saving Time itself that is the issue. It’s the disruption of sleep schedules from the semiannual transition to or from it. Researchers have documented that the shift really does result in an increase in car
Pedestrian Accidents and Dangerous Walking
The dangers of digital device use while driving are now widely known. But there is also a growing problem with pedestrian accidents and distracted walking. In this post, we will inform you about this new phenomenon, which has led to the coinage of a new term, petextrian, and how that may lead to pedestrian accidents.
FRONT CRASH PREVENTION SYSTEMS
Front crash prevention systems In this post, we will focus on a safety improvement that has not been as high-profile as autonomous autos but has shown an encouraging ability to cut down on accidents. This safety improvement is the use of front crash prevention systems. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently released data
The Safety Of Self-Driving Cars
It is no big surprise that Americans enjoy their autonomy. While self-driving cars are piquing community interest, most Americans are weary to let go of the wheel. Driverless technology is currently being researched for its safety. As most studies are showing, self-driving cars are much safer than human drivers. Even with this knowledge Americans are
What Happens If You’re Injured in An Uber
With the tap of your finger, an Uber driver can be at your door in minutes. No need to make a phone call or even give them the address. Between the ease, speed, and lower prices, Ohio residents are choosing ridesharing services more and more often. Although they have been around for years, it was
What Are Your Chances Of Being In An Alcohol-Related Crash?
Regardless of the efforts of victims’ advocates like Mothers Against Drunk Driving and law enforcement agencies here in Ohio and around the country, people continue to get behind the wheel of their vehicles after drinking. In fact, statistics show that it takes an average of 80 times driving drunk before an individual is even arrested
The Phone Call That Changed Your Life Forever
You might be one among others in Ohio who has lived through the devastating moments of a phone call informing you that your beloved family member was killed in a terrible car accident. If you also learned that police suspect your loved one’s death was caused by a drunk driver, it is understandable you have
Who Will Protect Your Rights After A Car Accident?
Automobile accidents in Ohio and other states lead to a significant percentage of personal injury and wrongful death claims that injured victims or surviving families of deceased car accident victims file in the civil courts across the United States every year. In fact, records of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration indicate that police nationwide
What You May Not Know About Truck Accidents
You know that semi-trucks are large, heavy vehicles, and you may be aware of the extensive damage they can cause when they are involved in an accident with a smaller vehicle. What you may not know, however, is that trucking companies will put much effort into minimizing liability for accidents involving a company vehicle. Many
Do You Suspect That Your Loved One Is A Victim Of Elder Abuse?
As loved one’s age, it can be quite difficult to provide the care and attention that they need, especially if they have a diagnosis of a difficult medical condition. For this reason, many Ohio families choose to place their loved ones in a health care facility or nursing home. This decision comes with the expectation
With Wrongful Death, Your Loved One’s Life Could Play A Role
When negligence leads to the death of a loved one, you and your family may feel a sense of helplessness. Your family member may have played a considerable role in your life, and now that he or she can no longer provide you with comfort, care, advice, and other loving actions, you may feel a