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A Columbus car accident lawyer explains what you should know A head-on collision involving a driver going the wrong way on Interstate 70 in West Jefferson, Ohio recently resulted in a fatality, highlighting the danger of wrong-way crashes on divided highways. The fatal crash happened on a recent Sunday morning at around 6 a.m. on...

As Americans struggle with rising medical debt, knowing the true cost of your injury has never been more critical Medical expenses after a bad car accident can add up fast. Depending on the severity of someone’s injury, the medical treatment required and how much time someone needs to recover, the financial impact of medical care...

It’s riding season in Ohio, which unfortunately means it's also the season for bikers to suffer serious and sometimes fatal injuries in motorcycle accidents caused by others. Just last month, a 25-year-old motorcyclist died and his passenger was critically injured when the driver of a Nissan Pathfinder attempted to pass a tractor-trailer and collided with...

You're driving your car in Columbus when you notice the traffic light ahead switch from green to yellow, prompting you to take your foot off the gas and begin to slow down for the impending red light. As you roll toward the stopped vehicles in front of you to wait in line for the light...

Driving through work zones in Ohio — with their confusing traffic patterns, large and loud construction equipment, and general chaos — can be a challenge. The circumstances put motorists and workers alike at risk, which is why some federal agencies are reminding drivers of the steps they can take to prevent themselves from causing a...

Distracted drivers are an epidemic on the roads of Columbus and central Ohio. Motorists chat on their phones, read and send texts, respond to emails, and take selfies to post on social media. They also pose a great threat to you and everyone else on the road. Here's what you need to know. Distracted drivers...

Ohio is a "fault" state for car accidents, which means the driver who causes an accident (and by extension their insurance company) is primarily responsible for paying for damages. However, Ohio motorists still have the option of purchasing some types of no-fault coverage. This raises a common question for a lot of motorists: “Is no-fault...

The right evidence can prove drowsy driving after a truck accident A driver operating on four or five hours of sleep runs the same risk of crashing as someone with an illegal 0.08 blood-alcohol content (BAC), according to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. Less than four hours of sleep further erodes their skills equal...

An impaired driver behind the wheel of a large commercial truck is a serious danger on the road. The result is often a truck accident that can leave victims with severe and life-changing injuries. Recovering financial compensation can be a long and difficult process. Truck drivers deny responsibility and insurance companies try to minimize claims....

If you were involved in a truck accident, you may have questions that need to be answered. You have hospital bills and vehicle repair expenses that add up. Meanwhile, your doctor advises you to take time off from work until you recover. It could be months, and possibly years, before you get your life back. At...