Low-speed, rear-end collisions are common in the U.S., and they can cause some surprisingly serious injuries, especially those involving the head, such as concussion and traumatic brain injury. Car designers continually work to improve safety for passengers. One way to do that is to create better crumple zones to absorb kinetic energy in a…
The recent death of a forklift operator in a workplace accident in the Fuyao plant underscored the increased occupational fatality rate in Ohio. Although some suggest that the improved economy causes fatigue, stress and overexertion, ultimately leading to fatalities, safety authorities say compliance with regulations can prevent most workplace deaths. No family is prepared…
Losing the life of a teenager is devastating for a family and often for an entire community. Sadly, fatal car accidents involving teenagers happen frequently in Ohio. Union County police are investigating a single-vehicle crash that claimed the life of a 15-year old boy on a recent Friday evening. The crash report filed by…
We may be heading down the road toward autonomous vehicles being a fact of everyday life, but a recent crash that caused a fatality may make that road longer than expected. Safety and consumer groups are split on the benefits of autonomous cars, but despite the recent tragedy, advocates believe they will eventually eliminate…
Employees get hurt on the job all the time. While some injuries are minor and do not impede the employee’s productivity, other injuries can be debilitating. Thankfully, workers’ compensation claims can help employees to maintain their lives. There are a few important factors to keep in mind when looking to claim this benefit. Claim…
One of the primary hazards in the manufacturing and warehousing industries is the presence of forklifts. These mechanized lift trucks pose a danger to those who operate them and any other workers in the vicinity. A significant number of workers’ compensation claims nationwide, including Ohio, follow forklift-related injuries, some of which prove to be…
There could be more than one reason that your vehicle crashed. Many times, a collision is the fault of another driver. Sometimes an accident can be caused by bad weather or poor road conditions. Automotive defects also contribute to car crashes, and serious medical issues can involve head injuries, including traumatic brain injuries. TBIs…
Construction workers in Ohio will be all too aware of the hazards they face when they work in trenches. Unfortunately, some employers disregard those dangers and put their workers’ lives on the line when they fail to comply with the strict safety regulations. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has rules in place to…
It seems like everyone is excited about the advent of automated, computer controlled cars with “auto-pilot” features. The theory is that these cars will reduce accidents caused by human error. In particular, drunk driving accidents are theoretically going to disappear from our roads, because anyone who has had too much to drink can simply…
Auto crashes are said to be the cause of a significant percentage of teenage deaths. Along with inexperience, the new-found freedom may lead to speeding, and in some cases, alcohol plays a role when car accidents claim young lives. A community in Ohio is still reeling after the tragic death of a 15-year-old cheerleader….