Our firm vigorously represents clients injured by distracted drivers in Cleveland. In March of this year, the ban on texting in Ohio took effect and will hopefully go some way to reducing death by mobile electronic device. But what about distraction from devices that come with the car? In June, the Automobile Association of America (AAA) released an in-depth study…
The trucking industry provides valuable service in this country, moving goods from shore to shore. Along the way, accidents occur. Because of the size and speed of a tractor trailer, collisions between a truck and a car often result in catastrophic injury or death. In Ohio alone, there were 9,319 truck crashes in 2011. Of those, 5,514 were caused by…
You’ve just been in a car accident. You don’t know what happened, you just know that you’ve suffered serious injuries and need help. One of the wisest decisions you can make is to speak with a knowledgeable attorney. While you can file a claim on your own, you can significantly increase your likelihood of receiving rightful compensation by hiring an…
If you’re like most people, then being in a car accident is one of the most traumatic experiences you’ve had in your life. Yet whether you have been in several accidents or none at all, you have probably heard many so-called facts about auto wrecks. Below are some of the top myths about car accidents that you need to be…
Some car accidents are caused by road defects, rain, fog and snow, while others are the result of negligence. Many variables ultimately determine the severity of a crash, including the speed of the vehicles about to collide, the direction the vehicles are traveling prior to making contact and whether vehicle occupants are wearing seatbelts. While most of the time rear-end…
One moment you on your way to work or home and the next you’re in the hospital. How did this happen? Car accidents occur for many reasons. But when negligence is to blame, you have a right to file a lawsuit to collect just compensation. Following is a list of some of the most common causes of car accidents: Driver…
If you’ve recently been involved in a car accident, you want just compensation so you can move on with your life as quickly as possible. What you may not know is that there are certain things you can do that may damage your ability to obtain the reimbursement you need to recover. Listed below are common mistakes that can jeopardize…
Car accidents can be terrifying in the flash of a moment you may find yourself in a collision and surrounded by broken glass and smoke. Needless to say, it might be hard to focus on what steps you should take next. But following the steps listed below is a start. Ensure your safety: If possible, move your car and…
Almost everyone will get in at least one car accident in his or her lifetime. However, what you may not realize is that not all car accidents are caused by other drivers. Cars are complicated pieces of machinery, and if a single component fails to work properly, it can endanger the lives of everyone on the road. Listed below are…
The types of injuries that can be caused by a car accident are limited only by the number of ways a person can be injured. Every part of your body is subject to injury during a car crash. However, if you look at the statistics compiled from insurance claims, personal injury lawsuits and government agencies, then you will notice that…
