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Why Do Some Truckers Drive Aggressively?
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), the rate of fatal truck accidents increased by 14 percent from 2019 to 2020, largely due to aggressive driving behaviors. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety defines aggressive driving as any unsafe driving behavior that is performed either intentionally or with disregard for the safety of others. Truck…
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What Is Subrogation in Car Insurance, and Why Is it Important?
The word “subrogation” is well-understand by insurance agencies, but it can be challenging for policyholders to understand how it works. It can come into play during a car accident claim if you are not at fault for what happened. Auto insurance protects drivers by covering accident-related expenses and prevents policyholders from paying when they are…
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How Can I Help Build a Strong Truck Accident Case?
Although accidents happen daily, it is the ones involving trucks that can be particularly severe. Serious or debilitating injuries, high repair costs, and other major losses are expected when involved in a truck accident. However, there are steps you could take to help your accident case reach the best possible outcome. Seek Legal Help Following…
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Why Is Driving in the Rain Dangerous?
Weather forecasters advise motorists to be extra cautious when snow and ice are expected, but driving in the rain can also be treacherous. Driving in the rain is dangerous because wet surfaces decrease tire traction, and standing water also camouflages debris, potholes, and other road hazards. Just a small amount of rain can push up…
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What Questions Should I Ask a Lawyer After a Car Accident?
Retaining the services of a car accident attorney is the best way to file any claim and hold liable parties accountable. You likely have several potential attorneys from which to choose, so it is important to make sure that you retain the right one for your car accident case. You should ask the attorney a…
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Are Truck Accidents More Common in Winter?
One out of every four accidents in the U.S. is weather-related, leading to 673,000 injuries and 7,400 deaths every year. While spring and summer can have their share of rain and wind, in Ohio, most of the worst weather comes in the winter. Snow and ice can make for treacherous driving, with slippery roads, stalled…
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Tri-State Communities Issued Snow Emergencies In Unexpectedly Heavy Storm
Sunday’s weather system has dropped heavier snowfall totals than were forecast throughout Cincinnati’s Tri-State area, making imperative for residents to practice safe driving behaviors. The storm has prompted several counties to issue snow emergencies and travel advisories as road conditions deteriorated. The following serves as a warning system to alert residents and drivers and that…
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How Can I Prepare My Car for Winter?
Ohio is one of the most dangerous states for winter driving. If the Farmers’ Almanac is correct, winter is going to be colder and snowier than usual in Ohio this year. Higher-than-average snowfall is expected throughout Jan. into early March. Now is the time to prepare your vehicle for freezing temperatures and icy roads. Here…
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What Are the Most Common Distractions for Truck Drivers?
Driving a tractor trailer can be mentally and physically exhausting. Highway driving can be especially monotonous for truck drivers who find it hard to stay focused and alert. It is natural to want to multitask and read a text or make a phone call while on the road. However, even a simple task that takes…
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How to Manage the Aftermath of a Car Accident When You Have a 9-5 Job
Anyone who has been injured in a car accident is familiar with the many doctor appointments, treatment therapies, and insurance letters that often follow. In addition to the emotional trauma of the accident and aches and pains of recovery, you have to deal with the overwhelming stress of balancing work, your medical treatment, the repairs…
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