If another driver was impaired at the time of an accident and you wish to hold that driver responsible, you’ll have to establish that the driver was drunk and caused your accident. To do so, you may present various types of evidence, which you may start collecting right after the accident occurred. Below are some …
The state of Ohio requires that every motorist carry motor vehicle insurance for his or her vehicle(s). Ohio law mandates that every driver carry a minimum of these amounts. $25,000 for bodily injury liability per individual $50,000 in bodily injury liability per accident $25,000 for property damage liability per accident These coverages pay for damages …
A car accident is a terrifying experience that can cause serious injuries for the victims involved. In Ohio, there were 269,079 reported crashes throughout the state in 2013. Of those, there were 100,148 non-fatal injuries sustained by drivers and passengers. If you’ve been in a car accident, one of the first things that you need …
For safety precautions, the federal government imposes rules and regulations on truck drivers and trucking companies regarding the securing of cargo. Trucking companies have a legal responsibility to ensure cargo on their trucks is properly loaded and secured, and truck drivers have a responsibility to double-check their loads before hitting the road. Materials Often Improperly …
Airbags have saved countless lives in auto accidents, and every car manufactured must meet government safety regulations. Older cars manufactured prior to regulations and that have airbags also must meet certain standards to ensure safety and efficacy. Unfortunately, these features that are meant to improve driver and passenger safety may cause serious harm if they …
In 2012, there were more than 22,000 car crashes in Columbus, Ohio, according to the Ohio Department of Public Safety’s 2012 Ohio Traffic Crash Facts Book. While not noted in the statistics, some of those accidents may have been caused by defective motor vehicles or auto parts. Further, in some cases, defects are the result …
The majority of car accidents are attributable to negligence by one of the drivers involved. But what happens if poor road design or maintenance could be an issue? This can leave accident victims unsure of their next steps, but there may be remedies available if a local government did not maintain the roadways. One uncommon but …
Ohio’s Definition of Reckless Driving A reckless driver can cause a serious, or even fatal, car accident. Careless, aggressive and/or negligent behavior that results in a car crash may be sufficient cause for a personal injury claim or lawsuit. Such action may mean recovery of medical damages and lost wages for a qualified accident victim. …
What is Road Rage? Road rage is a continuing concern for drivers in Ohio and throughout the United States. It typically is triggered or preceded by an act of aggressive driving, which is responsible for a “substantial” number of accidents each year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. A victim injured as the …
When a person suffers injuries due to the negligence of another driver, the at-fault driver is responsible for the damages caused by the accident. Through a negotiation with the liable driver’s insurance company or a personal injury lawsuit, the injured party can claim both economic and noneconomic car accident damages. A court may also award …
In many cases of left turn accidents the left-turning driver is considered at fault and traffic laws often back up this assumption, as they require drivers making a left turn to wait until it is safe to make the turn. However, there are some exceptions to the widely accepted rule of car accident liability. Left …
