Texting While Driving Set to Be Banned in Ohio – Now What?

The Ohio House and Senate have given the go ahead for a new law which bans texting while behind the wheel. The law is set for Governor Kasich to review and sign in the near future. There has been plenty of talk over the need for this type of law over the past few years, [...]

How a Car Accident Can Change Your Life and Why a Good Attorney Will Help Prepare You for the Future

There are many incidents in life that can be described as life-changing: childbirth, graduation, marriage. But one of the most life-changing events that can happen to anyone is a car accident. Being in a car accident can be a terrifying experience. Whether you are in a simple fender-bender or a horrific accident, the experience happens [...]

The Hidden Pitfalls of the Intra-Family Exclusion in Auto Insurance Policies

This article was written by attorney Andrew Pullekins of the Ohio law firm of Slater & Zurz LLP:  When was the last time you read through your entire automobile insurance policy?  If you are like the majority of the population, the answer is never. Many, if not most, automobile insurance policies are lengthy documents filled [...]

Three Wrong Attitudes Towards Texting and Driving

Introduction The following article mentions texting only but can also pertain to cell phone use and other distractions while driving.   It is mainly directed at the teenage and 20-something old age group because this is the group with the highest percentage of distracted drivers.  Studies show that the younger generation is more apt to include risk takers [...]

Common Sense Tips and Reminders on Preventing Car Accidents

Picture this.  You are peacefully asleep in bed after having a pretty good and uneventful day.  Suddenly, the silence is shattered by the loud and intrusive ringing of the telephone at 3 am.  You jump up to answer it with your heart in your throat and chills creeping up your spine, especially when you fuzzily [...]

Motorcyclists Need Special Insurance

The following article is from a “Law You Can Use” column provided by the Ohio State Bar Association (OSBA). It was prepared by Mary Jo Hudson:     Q: Why do I need motorcycle insurance? A: In Ohio, it is illegal to drive any motor vehicle without insurance or other financial responsibility (FR) proof.   Since a [...]

Are You Covered When You Rent a Car?

The following article is from a “Law You Can Use” column provided by the Ohio State Bar Association (OSBA). It was prepared by Deborah Zaccaro: While some personal auto insurance policies will cover you up to your policy limits for personal injury and property damage you cause while driving any vehicle, including a rental vehicle, [...]

Consequences for vehicle owners who let intoxicated drive

The following article is posted and reprinted with permission from The Daily Reporter, 580 S. High St., Columbus, OH. Copyright 2010: Rep. Lorraine Fende has introduced a bill into the Ohio General Assembly that’s designed to help keep intoxicated individuals from getting behind the wheel. If made into law, House Bill 565 would “amend sections 4507.164 and [...]

Cell Phone Use While Driving Can Be a Very Bad Call

Too often, workers use cell phones and other mobile devices to conduct business while they’re driving. If a worker was on a call or texting and caused an accident, consider the employer’s potential liability.

A Must Read for All Doctors Treating Auto Accident Patients

On July 23, 2009, the Ohio Supreme Court decided West Broad Chiropractic v. American Family Insurance.  For all Doctors that treat personal injury patients, this is a major decision that may impact you significantly. Pursuant to the decision, an automobile insurance company cannot be legally required to pay a Doctor directly or include the Doctor or Clinic [...]