Accident Advice
What Are the Consequences of Driving Without Insurance in Ohio? A Guide for Akron Drivers
Driving without insurance in Ohio carries significant consequences for vehicle operators. If the police pull a driver over or are involved in a collision, they risk penalties that could limit their driving privileges, fines, and possible civil consequences. This could…
Can a Police Report Be Changed After an Accident?
Typically, when you get into a car accident in Akron, a law enforcement officer from an agency such as the Akron Police Department or Summit County Sheriff’s Office will respond to the scene and gather information for the traffic crash…
Ohio's Latest Distracted Driving Laws and Penalties
Ohio’s recently enacted law to combat distracted driving is in effect as of October 5, 2023. The Ohio Distracted Driving Law 2023 targets drivers using cell phones or other electronic devices. Lawmakers proposed a bill to address distracted driving in…
Can I Sue for PTSD After a Car Accident?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition that can significantly impact your overall well-being. Sudden and violent events like car accidents can be traumatizing for the survivors. If you’ve been involved in a car accident, the fear and stress resulting…
Ohio Car Seat Laws
We always want the best for our children, and that includes keeping them safe while driving. But with so many options for car seats and booster seats, how can we be sure that our kids are using the right models…
Why Truck Accident Reconstruction Is Important
Truck accidents are chaotic and catastrophic. They happen quickly, and victims don’t always have the time or ability to document the scene after the crash. Since trucking companies want to limit their liability, they deploy teams quickly to clean up…
What Happens If an Uninsured Driver Is Injured in an Accident They Did Not Cause?
Being involved in a car accident is frightening enough. However, being involved in an accident you did not cause when you don’t have car insurance can be terrifying. Are there consequences to driving without insurance? Can you still recover the…
How to Get an Accident Report After a Crash in Ohio
If you were hurt in a car accident in Ohio, the police likely responded to the scene. If they did, they should have created a report of the incident. This official accident report could be valuable evidence as you pursue…
The Dangers of Potholes in Ohio
A pothole is a hole in the road caused by water under the pavement. The water freezing and unfreezing causes the pavement to bend and crack, especially as heavy vehicles drive over the weak spots. As Ohio sees cold weather…
What Happens After an Accident with an Uninsured Driver in Ohio?
One of the reasons drivers in Ohio carry car auto insurance is to ensure that the policy can pay for the medical bills, vehicle repairs, and other expenses they or others suffer if they’re at fault in an accident. But…