Personal Injury
Five Things Not to Say to Your Personal Injury Lawyer
After an accident, hiring a personal injury attorney helps you protect your rights and move your case forward. However, some things you say (or leave unsaid) could hurt your claim. Knowing what not to say helps you work with your…
Scooter Laws in Ohio
Motorized scooters have become a popular mode of transportation in many Ohio cities, particularly as electric scooters have become more affordable for people to purchase. Additionally, scooter-sharing services like Bird and Lime have begun operating in many of the state’s…
Ohio Fireworks Laws
With summer in full swing and the Fourth of July approaching, many Ohio families are gearing up for at-home fireworks celebrations. However, it’s vital to be safe when using fireworks, as the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that about…
Warning Signs a Dog May Bite & How to Protect Yourself
Why Recognizing Warning Signs Matters in Ohio In a single recent year, nearly 15,600 people reported suffering dog bite injuries in Ohio alone – incidents that left many of the victims with painful injuries, expensive medical bills, and debilitating long-term…
Degenerative Disc Disease Aggravated by Car Accident
If you have a degenerative disc disease (DDD) and were in a car accident, the impact could worsen your condition. Because you have a pre-existing condition, most insurance companies may try to deny your claim or downplay how the crash…
Do Seniors Need to Take a Driving Test in Ohio?
In Ohio, seniors do not have to undergo additional evaluations when renewing their driver’s licenses. While some believe that aging drivers pose a risk to themselves, other motorists, and pedestrians, this risk must be balanced with seniors’ rights. Ohio Driver’s…
Pain and Suffering vs. Personal Injury: What's the Difference?
If you were injured by someone else’s negligence in Ohio, you may have heard the terms “pain and suffering” and “personal injury.” But what’s the difference between the two? Is pain and suffering the same as personal injury? The short…
Average Personal Injury Settlement Amounts in Ohio
If you’re considering filing a personal injury claim, you’re probably wondering how much you could expect to recover from the at-fault party. While you might find numbers online purporting to be the answer, the fact of the matter is that…
The Dangers of Brake-Checking
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, road rage is an intentional assault by a driver with a motor vehicle or weapon. One form of road rage is brake-checking, a dangerous and illegal practice in Ohio that can result…
The Most Dangerous Roads in Akron
Akron is one of Ohio’s largest cities, so it’s no surprise that traffic accidents are common here. However, certain roads and intersections in and around Akron are hazardous. Our Akron car accident attorneys show what you should know about the…