With spring in full force, motorcyclists across the country are gearing up for another riding season. Safety equipment, including Multi-Directional Impact Protection System (MIPS
Blog
Ohio's New Hand’s Free Cellphone Law: What You Need to Know
On January 3, 2023, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 288 into law, bolstering the state’s laws related to distracted driving. Learn about the new law and its changes before it takes effect on April 3, 2023.
CHANGE IN OHIO TRAFFIC LAW: AM I BREAKING THE LAW BY DRIVING WITH AN APPLE WATCH?
Ohio recently enacted a law prohibiting the use of handheld electronic devices while driving. Ohio Revised Code Section 4511.204 provides “No person shall operate a motor vehicle on any street, highway or property open to the public for vehicular traffic while using, holding or physically supporting with any part of the person’s body an electric wireless communication device.”
Move Over Ohio
Everyone’s first reaction when they see a vehicle with flashing lights parked at the side of the road is to slow down and take a good look. Everyone does it, and it even has a name: Looky-loos. Seeing flashing lights by the roadside makes us curious.
What You Need To Know About Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is a major cause of crashes, injuries, and deaths among teenagers. In fact, teens are especially vulnerable to driver distraction because of their age, their inexperience, and the fact that they are still learning the rules of the road.
The 5 Biggest Mistakes Victims Make After a Car Accident
The aftermath of an auto accident is chaotic for everyone involved, especially if one or more people are injured. However, if you’re ever in a car accident, you need to avoid certain big mistakes. These mistakes could prevent you from receiving compensation for your injuries or make your lawsuit less effective.
What Is Robinson V. Bates, and How Does It Apply to Ohio Personal Injury Cases?
The Robinson v. Bates case changed how courts in Ohio look at personal injury cases. Before this case, plaintiffs could recover the full amount of medical expenses incurred following an injury.
The Confusion. The Mess. The Unfairness – Hospital Medical Bills After a Car Accident (Warning: Contains Opinion)
A 50-inch-high-definition flat screen TV costs 85% LESS than it did in 2010. The price of a high-definition image from an MRI exam is 15% MORE than it was in 2010. Why has the price of one technology plummeted while the price of another has increased?
St. Patrick’s Day Safety Tips
Celebrating Green Beer Day is a fun tradition…if you do so responsibly. At least fifty Americans die from drunk driving-related accidents every St. Patrick’s Day, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Others are injured or arrested as the result of getting behind the wheel of a car after having a few too many.
What Do I Need to Know About Paying My Medical Bills After My Car Accident?
What should you do with your medical bills when you are injured in a motor vehicle accident that is caused by someone else’s negligence? This can be one of the more important decisions that you and your attorney make when handling a car accident claim.