With school sports activities, practice and training camps taking place in the spring and summer months, teens are often running laps and practicing drills in full gear in the peak seasonal heat. This can lead to dehydration, heat stroke and death. When does this...
A well-functioning automobile is important for safe trips in Ohio and throughout the United States. However, sometimes auto manufacturers discover a defective part or another problem in their cars that could endanger drivers and passengers. In such cases, the...
It is the job of law enforcement officers to protect the people in their communities. When someone dies because of the actions of law enforcement, the family of the deceased person may seek compensation. However, there are barriers to filing a wrongful death case...
The winter holiday season is a time of joy and celebration for people of all backgrounds. You might have some festive plans of your own, but it is important to not let your excitement overshadow the priority you should place on safety if you decide to hit the road....
Dogs make good pets, companions, helpers and alarm systems. Most people would never imagine that their loyal friends would attack a person. However, even domesticated ones may bite in certain situations. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, over...
Even if you have weathered Ohio winters before, the first appearance of ice and snow provides a clear sign you should rethink how you drive. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, approximately 1,300 die and nearly 117,000 get injured in vehicle crashes...
Vehicular accidents are never welcome. Even when everyone emerges unscathed, cars suffer cosmetic damage. Insurance rates are likely to rise, leaving drivers less wealthy than before. Roads get slick when snow falls and ice forms, thus presenting heightened peril....
Wearing your seat belt is one of the most effective ways to survive a catastrophic motor vehicle accident. Indeed, according to the Zebra, seat belts have saved almost 400,000 lives since 1975. They also have prevented countless catastrophic injuries. Even though your...
On October 1st, 2020, the wheels of a shopping cart locked up and threw its user, Laura Cordasco, 66, over the cart. According to NJ.com, the plaintiff suffered severe injuries and faced daunting medical bills. This incident occurred in New Jersey but could easily...
Trucking accidents cause some of the worst types of injuries. The damage to vehicles and bodies by the forces behind the crash makes it difficult to escape unscathed. Truck crashes account for many catastrophic accident injuries. While the damage to the body is...