You might assume trucks are the best-maintained vehicles on the road, that their drivers check all is in order before they set out, companies invest in keeping them in top condition and the authorities carry out regular checks to ensure trucks are safe to operate. The...
When someone injures you in Ohio, you may have certain legal rights. If you are injured on someone else's property, you could possibly file a claim against their homeowner's insurance. If they cause the car crash, you may also be able to make a claim against their car...
Construction workers face several risks when they’re working -- including electrocution. It’s imperative that all construction workers understand the dangers of electrical hazards because this type of accident can lead to catastrophic or fatal injuries. There are...
Intersections are dangerous places to be. You’re approaching cross traffic, and you have the potential for pedestrians and cyclists to be using crosswalks. There may be lights or stop signs that you have to abide by, too. A study by the National Highway Traffic Safety...
You are driving along when another vehicle hits you from behind. You step out of the car in shock to be met by a volley of abuse from the other driver trying to blame it all on you. Are they right? Rear-end collisions are generally the fault of the driver behind...
Working in Cleveland and local areas, you know that being on the road and working construction is extremely dangerous. There is always a flood of traffic, and drivers aren’t always patient. There are many hazards that construction workers face when they work in road...
When you’ve been injured on the job and are fighting for the workers’ compensation benefits you need, it’s much wiser to work with an experienced legal advocate. Many people try to “go it alone,” however, because they don’t believe that they can afford an attorney....
Many people know that there are specific problems that can come after a traumatic brain injury. One of the most difficult aspects of this type of injury is dealing with the cognitive effects. These can change every aspect of your life, including your career and your...
Cleveland residents know how to prepare their vehicles to deal with driving in the aftermath of lake-effect snowstorms. But no matter how well-prepared and careful you are on the roads, you are still at the mercy of other drivers around you who might be less cautious....
If you live in northern Ohio, you expect the winter to get cold. That means bundling up when you head outside -- especially if you’re going to be working in the cold for any length of time. But adding a few extra layers of clothing isn’t the only thing you can do to...
