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We have begun to see a decrease in total road deaths over the past few years. In 2017, there were more than 40,000 traffic fatalities across the United States. According to the National Safety Council, that dropped below 40,000 in 2018 and to an estimated 38,000 in 2019. The rate of traffic fatalities has been...

Distracted driving is a growing threat to public safety all over the United States. In fact, it was responsible for 2,841 traffic fatalities and an estimated 400,000 injuries nationwide in 2018. Distracted driving seems to be a bigger problem in some areas than others. Some other states have a complete handheld ban, which prohibits all...

In today's world, people are often tempted to drive distracted, due to handheld technology and the urge to multitask. For some drivers, distracted driving is habitual, especially when commuting daily on familiar roads. Distracted driving is an umbrella term that describes any activity that causes: Visual Distraction – A driver's eyes are taken off the...

Unlike many other states, Ohio's distracted driving laws are behind the curve. Texting and driving is illegal for all drivers, with a maximum fine of $150. There is no universal cellphone ban for Ohio drivers, however. That means that most drivers are allowed to make and receive phone calls while driving (with the exception of...

You may not be fully aware of your options immediately after a car accident. It's not unusual to feel frustration and shock after realizing someone else's recklessness or negligence caused your crash. You can conduct your own investigation immediately after a crash, but you must first follow the basic procedures. First, move your car somewhere...

Distracted driving involves any activity that causes a visual, mechanical or cognitive distraction. It can involve anything from eating and drinking to sending text messages. While distracted driving has always been a public safety risk on Ohio roads, the advent of handheld technology has only exacerbated the problem. Across the U.S., distracted driving caused more...

If you've never filed a car accident claim before, the legal process may seem unfamiliar to you. You may have recently been involved in a low-impact collision that left you with a minor injury (whiplash or "mild" head injury). Perhaps your crash happened weeks or months ago, and you have since been treated for a...

Every collision, whether a fender-bender or a major accident, creates chaos. Emotions are running high due to injuries, damage, and adrenaline. The first priority, of course, is assisting anyone who is injured. Call 911 to summon medical assistance, if necessary. Then, assess the scene to determine whether moving cars is necessary for safety reasons. If...

Do you feel safe getting into a rideshare car? If you're unsure, then you may have heard about horrific incidents involving rideshare drivers. While the bad ones account for only a small percentage, their actions were profound enough to cause serious injuries, trauma, and even death. In November of 2019, Columbus police issued an arrest...