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Cleveland car accident lawyer explains how legal process works in Ohio Many car accidents in Cleveland and throughout Ohio happen at busy intersections. And in many cases, many of these collisions occur when someone’s driving through the intersection while a traffic light is green. But what if the other driver says the same thing? What...

Why insurance companies keep a close eye on injury claims A serious car accident can turn your whole world upside down in a split second. One moment you are just “along for the ride,” and the next you are dealing with pain, paperwork, and people who suddenly want to know everything about your life. After a...

When impaired drivers get behind the wheel, the consequences can be devastating The debate about marijuana and driving has been rolling along for years, but a new study out of Ohio suggests the issue may be far more serious than many people realize. As cannabis becomes increasingly accessible, a growing body of research is revealing...

Left-lane “campers” don’t just slow traffic — they create danger If you've ever been stuck behind someone cruising in the left lane going 55 on the highway, you know the frustration. You're not alone. The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has noticed too, and they're doing something about it. ODOT recently launched a new campaign...

Could Automated Enforcement Help Reduce Speeding and Crashes in Cleveland Neighborhoods? Cleveland voters banned traffic cameras in 2014, calling them a “cash grab.” But now, more than a decade later, Cleveland.com reports City Council members are considering whether it’s time to revisit the issue—not for revenue, but to crack down on the surge in reckless...

We know too well the pain families endure when a driver’s negligence shatters lives City officials in Cleveland recently erected a memorial in honor of Danielle Chronister, a 33-year-old woman who was killed in 2021 in a fatal pedestrian accident, which prompted city officials to create a plan designed to protect pedestrians and cyclists in...

Fatigued truck driving has been linked to nearly 700 crashes in the state since 2015 Anyone who has driven on Ohio’s highways has likely seen tractor‑trailers pulled onto shoulders or crowded onto exit ramps. The sight is unsettling and dangerous. When truck drivers can’t find a safe place to rest, they face a cruel choice....

What This Data Reveals About Legal Accountability In 2024, 603 pedestrians and cyclists were hit by cars in Cleveland. This is a staggering number for any city, let alone one working toward a goal of zero traffic deaths. This figure, sourced from Spectrum News 1’s analysis of 911 calls and crash data, represents not just...

Summer Months Bring More Crash Risks for Teen Drivers Across Ohio Every summer, Ohio enters a dangerous stretch known as the "100 Deadliest Days of Summer" — the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when fatal crashes spike, particularly among teen drivers. For parents and communities across Cleveland and the state, the concern is...

Why Motorcycle Bias Can Hurt Your Case & How a Lawyer Can Help Motorcyclists are like most drivers in Ohio. They respect the rules of the road and do everything they can to avoid causing a motorcycle accident. That’s because Ohio motorcyclists know just how dangerous such crashes can be for riders in the Buckeye...