Ride-hailing services, such as Lyft and Uber, are becoming increasingly popular in Ohio and around the country. In fact, the Pew Research Center reports that nearly 40% of Americans use these services. The popularity of ride-hailing services does not make them...
Every traffic accident is unique, but many share common traits. For example, many fatal pedestrian accidents occur during the night, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Moreover, a majority of the pedestrians who pass away are male. By...
When a person dies in an accident involving negligence, his or her family can seek wrongful death benefits. In Ohio, this may include financial compensation for medical expenses associated with the accident, burial expenses and nonmonetary costs such as pain and...
When a product has a defect that could cause an injury, the manufacturer should recall the product. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission publishes a current list of recalls along with the manufacturers' websites and the instructions for correcting the issue or...
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) cause a range of effects depending on their severity and the area of the brain that has been damaged. Many of these effects are physical, with some TBI victims experiencing mobility issues or needing to re-learn basic tasks and chores. ...
According to data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Ohio consistently ranks among the ten states with the highest rate of fatal large truck and bus crashes. Looking at the factors that contribute to these crashes can help drivers avoid catastrophic...
If you notice a tractor-trailer weaving within its lane or between lanes, that could be an indication that the trucker is fighting drowsiness, which can be just as deadly as alcohol impairment. According to Sleep Help, nearly 1 in 4 truckers, when surveyed, reported...
In an effort to promote road safety and driving efficiency, the Federal Highway Administration of the U.S. Department of Transportation awarded a $4.4 million grant to the Ohio Department of Transportation. ODOT has plans for a project called DriveOhio I-70 Truck...
Over the last few years, many reports have provided information on how vehicle manufacturers and technology companies are working to advance self-driving vehicles. Consumer trust in fully autonomous vehicles may be an important element in gaining widespread adoption....
When you drive on highways in the Columbus area, you share the road with multiple semitrucks and commercial vehicles traveling from all over the country. Inside those large cabs are drivers working long hours to meet strict deadlines. If a trucker doesn’t get enough...