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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...

In most cases, when large commercial trucks crash into bridges or overpasses, they result in nothing more than a mere inconvenience for other drivers and road crews. These incidents occur when a large truck, or the cargo being transported, is too tall to clear a bridge or overpass. Traffic often gets backed up for hours....

The holidays are upon us, and up until the New Year, we will likely see an increase in traffic congestion and aggressive driving. As a result, tempers on Cleveland-area roads can flare up. One Cleveland resident experienced, firsthand, the devastating impact of road rage, according to FOX8. The victim, who unknowingly cut off another driver,...

Drivers who work the night shift, travel across time zones, and suffer from sleep disorders aren't the only ones affected by drowsy driving. As the days get shorter and daylight saving time approaches, drivers should be aware that the likelihood of dozing off behind the wheel will soon increase significantly. Each year in the United...

Children in Cleveland and across Ohio have already begun the 2019-2020 school year. Unfortunately, many drivers and commuters have not yet adjusted to the delays in traffic and upsurge of pedestrians and bicyclists. The biggest risk to kids returning to school is not on the bus, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)....