All drivers have to be prepared for making split-second decisions as they drive. Hazards in the roadway, such as debris or animals, often mean having to decide if you will swerve or stay on course. There are some instances in which a driver’s decision will lead to an accident. That
When you are hurt in an accident that was caused by a negligent person, you might decide to seek compensation. One factor that sometimes comes up during the course of your claim is what percentage of the accident was caused by your own actions. Ohio uses the legal concept known
If a person arrives at an emergency room with a suspected spinal cord injury, medical professionals are extremely careful with the type of treatment they provide. During this time, doctors can often rule out this type of injury by testing movement and sensory function. If a person experiences neck pain,
Driving a motorcycle can be a lot of fun. It can also be risky, as you know there is always the chance of being involved in an accident. Wearing a helmet, among other types of safety gear, can help prevent serious injury and death in the event of an accident.
Traffic accidents are the number one cause of death for teenagers in the United States. Furthermore, teens are more likely than others to text and drive, which increases the chance of causing an accident. Preventing distracted driving will lead to fewer motor vehicle accidents. Subsequently, fewer people will be injured
People who are in an automobile accident sometimes suffer from a brain injury. One of the possible brain injuries that can occur is a subdural hematoma. This condition is one of the most deadly of all head injuries when it occurs because of a serious head injury. There are two
Motorcycle awareness is vital for all drivers in Ohio. Motorcyclists will continue heading out on the open road until the weather makes it impossible to do so. More than half of motorcycle crashes that lead to a death have another vehicle involved. In most cases, the motorist, not the motorcyclist,
As a licensed driver, you understand the importance of paying attention to the roadway, as well as what is going on around you, at all times. Even so, this doesn’t mean you never become distracted. This doesn’t mean you never take your eyes away from the road. There are many
When motorists get behind the wheel of a vehicle, their duty to pay attention to the road begins. Drivers who don’t pay attention to the road and drive in a safe manner can harm others who are on the roadways. A recent accident in Lancaster, Ohio, proves that point. The