Pain and suffering are defined as both mental and physical distress felt by a victim of an accident that resulted in personal injury. These non-economic damages can be severe and catastrophic for any person that was injured due to someone else’s negligence, recklessness, or dangerous behavior. Under the legal definition of pain and suffering, a … Read More »
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Structured Settlement – Ohio Legal Definition
Posted On: October 21, 2019 | Categorized as: UncategorizedA structured settlement is a type of settlement that allows for periodic payments instead of one lump-sum payment. Ohio allows structured settlements to pay off damages owed from a personal injury case in some situations. While almost any tort action could result in a structured settlement, there are additional caveats the parties must meet because … Read More »
Ohio Truck Accident Statistics from the CDC
Posted On: June 7, 2019 | Categorized as: Truck AccidentThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that more than 30,000 people die in accidents involving motor vehicles in the United States every year. The most damaging of these accidents involve trucks, which can affect multiple vehicles at a time and cause significant injuries in an instant. These crashes cost billions of dollars … Read More »
How Do Roundabouts Work? How to Navigate the Roundabouts in Dublin, OH
Posted On: December 7, 2017 | Categorized as: Car Accidents, Vehicle AccidentThe new roundabout at Riverside Drive and State Route 161 in Dublin, Ohio has been a major source of confusion and accidents since it opened in summer 2016. While these circular intersections are typically seen as traffic calming tools and promote safety, they can cause problems when poorly designed or for those who are unsure … Read More »
Should I Call a Personal Injury Lawyer After My Car Accident in Ohio?
Posted On: October 24, 2017 | Categorized as: Car AccidentsAsk yourself the six questions listed on this infographic to decide whether to call a lawyer for help after a car accident. If you answer “yes” to any of the questions, we recommend calling a lawyer. Please click on the image below to view the infographic! Use the embed code below to share the infographic … Read More »
What is the social cost of car accidents?
Posted On: January 27, 2017 | Categorized as: UncategorizedMotor vehicle accidents take a huge toll on victims, their families, and another entity you may not have considered — society. The social cost of car accidents can be both economic and noneconomic. Some ways car accidents affect the economy include: Increased insurance premiums: Too many accidents can increase everyone’s insurance premiums, regardless of whether … Read More »
What are common emotional and psychological effects of traumatic brain injury?
Posted On: January 17, 2017 | Categorized as: Brain InjuryWhen people consider the expenses of brain injuries, they often only consider the physical effects and the costs of medical treatment. However, the emotional and psychological effects of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be even further-reaching. Below, we detail common psychological and emotional effects of TBI and how you can recover compensation for them. … Read More »
Seat Back Failure During Accident Poses Risk to Children in Back Seat
Posted On: January 5, 2017 | Categorized as: Car AccidentsSeveral recent lawsuits have brought a serious risk to light that consumers should be aware of: seat back failure. When rear-ended, front seats in some vehicles may fail, causing the occupant to fly backwards — and crash into whoever is sitting in the backseat. The Danger of Seat Back Failures According to a CBS News … Read More »
NHTSA Proposal Would Require Cars to “Talk” to Each Other by 2020
Posted On: January 3, 2017 | Categorized as: Car AccidentsIn early 2016, two self-driving vehicles were involved in serious accidents because their sensors failed to notice the actions of other vehicles on the road. With smarter technology, these accidents could have been avoided. Luckily, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is currently close to passing a law that would require all new cars … Read More »
12 Ways to Get Home Safe on New Year’s Eve in Columbus
Posted On: December 27, 2016 | Categorized as: Car AccidentsIn the two days of the 2015/2016 New Year’s holiday, there were 1,086 motor vehicle crashes in Ohio, reports the Ohio Department for Public Safety. Half of the deaths in those crashes were alcohol-related. Going out is great fun, but while you are planning, make sure that you read these 12 tips to get home … Read More »
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