Riding a motorcycle is exhilarating for millions of people; nothing really compares to the open road experience of a motorcycle ride. For many, speed and risk are no doubt part of the attraction! Unfortunately, motorcycle riders are at a much greater risk for accidents and severe injury. Whether you prefer to drive two wheels or […]
With our cold winter temperatures and varied terrain, snowmobiling is a favorite pastime of many here in Northeast Ohio. While it offers fun and excitement, snowmobiles are dangerous motorized vehicles, and like any motorized vehicle, accidents can happen. With the case of snowmobiles, accidents can cause serious, tragic and life-altering injuries—even death. The snowmobile was […]
Recently, we published a blog that alerted readers to the dangers of drowsy driving. This is a growing problem on roads and highways throughout Northeast Ohio—and across the U.S. as well. New research by the American Automobile Association (AAA) indicates that drivers who miss two to three hours of sleep a day more than quadruple […]
The holidays provide bountiful opportunities to come together with family, friends, co-workers and colleagues, share good tidings and rejoice in the spirit of the season. While social gatherings are festive occasions, they also provide ample opportunity for injuries to occur—especially when you factor in varying levels of alcohol, medication, foul weather, carelessness, recklessness, or any […]
According to new research by the American Automobile Association (AAA), drivers who miss two to three hours of sleep a day more than quadruple their risk of getting involved in a crash, compared to drivers who sleep for seven hours. In the AAA study, sleep-deprived drivers were found to be nearly twice as likely to […]
When Injuries Happen, Know Your Rights Big trucks cause big accidents for motorists—and even pedestrians. Official statistics show that one out of every eight automobile accident fatalities involve large trucks, and every 16 minutes, a crash or collision involving a big truck occurs. These trucks, which include tractor trailers, big rigs and other commercial vehicles, […]
When Injuries Happen through Negligence or on the Job, Know Your Rights All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are popular recreational vehicles, used and enjoyed by thousands of Americans each year. They’re also used by farm workers and workers in certain manufacturing and industrial settings for a variety of motorized tasks. ATVs are designed to be safely used; […]
When Injuries Happen on the Job, Know Your Rights This year’s “orange barrel season” here in Northeast Ohio was a busy one. From highways and main thoroughfares to side streets, it seemed like those dreaded barrels appeared at nearly every turn. Northeast Ohio isn’t alone in this regard. According to the National Work Zone Safety […]
A bill currently pending in the Ohio House of Representatives could have far-reaching implications for uninsured drivers. House Bill 279, the Responsible Driver Protection Act, proposes to prohibit certain individuals who do not maintain statutory minimum levels of automobile insurance from collecting noneconomic (i.e., pain and suffering) damages for harm sustained in a motor vehicle […]
Traumatic head and brain injuries can occur as a result of many different types of accidents, such as car crashes, sports injuries, work injuries, and slip and fall accidents. Symptoms of a head injury, concussion or other type of brain trauma may include dizziness, clouded thinking, headaches—and in some cases, brief loss of consciousness. Still, […]
