Getting hurt in a serious accident can be devastating, and it can also be disorienting. In this difficult time, you are likely trying to figure out how to obtain medical care and to account for lost wages. As such, it can be confusing to receive a call from a personal injury attorney with whom you have never made contact. In...
For over a century now, the Soldiers, Sailors and Pioneers Monument has been a part of Hamilton’s signature. More specifically, it’s the sculpture atop it, the Union Soldier we call Billy Yank, that gets all the attention. In a day when some Civil War monuments are the center of controversy, ours remains a point of pride. The statue hasn’t been...
Anyone who tries to navigate through Hamilton knows the persistent inconvenience of the railroad system, how sometimes the only way to get from one side of the town to the other is to funnel through the underpass on High Street or the overpass on Grand Boulevard. But there are those among us who can remember before those options, when the...
Sudden medical emergency defense in Ohio means that that a driver who unexpectedly loses consciousness and causes an accident as the result of a sudden and unforeseeable medical emergency does not act negligently, and thus cannot be held liable for damages arising from the accident. So, what does that really mean in practice? Sudden medical emergency defense in Ohio all...
Early Automobile Industry in Ohio and First Accident Detroit was not the only early automobile manufacturing hotspot. In fact, Ohio was also highly involved in the early automobile industry. Several automobile manufacturers were located in Ohio, like Winton Motor Car Company, White Motor Company, and Baker Motor Vehicle Company. The First Car Accident The first gasoline automobile made in the...
When I’m on Zoom calls I get a lot of comments and questions about the painting of the Incredible Hulk hanging behind me on my wall. Admittedly, it is probably not the average law firm office décor and most people assume that I’m a big comic book fan or that it was something one of my kids painted for me. ...
For some odd reason, left turns are just creepy. We don’t like taking them. They seem unsafe, especially if you need to make that turn while your view is partially blocked by oncoming traffic, trees, or other hazards that keep you from seeing the road. Right turns are the easiest to make and involve the fewest number of accidents. Left...
Cycling Riding a bike throughout the city can be a great way to commute to work, get some exercise, meet up with friends, or just to have fun. It’s great for your health and excellent for the planet. Unfortunately, bike accidents happen and we need to be aware of the best safety precautions. Statistics According to the National Highway Traffic...
Wear a Helmet The best way to protect yourself while riding a motorcycle is to wear a helmet. Statistics According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, helmets decrease the likelihood of death and brain injuries sustained from motorcycle crashes. Helmeted motorcyclists are about three times less likely to sustain traumatic brain injuries due to a crash than unhelmeted riders....
Car accidents throughout the state of Ohio can occur at any time, but there are certain times of the day when they are even more common. Dawn and dusk are particularly common times for accidents in Ohio for several reasons. For one, the sun at dawn can result in blare that temporarily blinds drivers. On the other hand, when dusk...