Those who have worked for any length of time already know that workers’ compensation provides financial benefits after a work injury. The existence of the program gives Ohio workers comfort because they know that help is available in the wake of an on-the-job injury. However, knowing about workers’ compensation is not the same as…
Most of the time, driving safely and abiding by traffic laws can prevent motor vehicle accidents. Other times, even seemingly safe driving habits cannot prevent crashes. Still other times, both motorists may share responsibility for a wreck, although one of them may not realize that they have played a role in the collision. Take…
Most who work in the construction industry understand that it can be a dangerous line of employment. However, few of these workers expect to suffer injury or death from a private motorist. Unfortunately, these kinds of construction accidents injure and kill many Ohio workers employed in this industry each year. A recent incident occurring…
In truth, it is not dwarf benefits; it is DWRF benefits and it can make all the difference for Ohio workers brought down by a workplace injury. An acronym for Disabled Workers’ Relief Fund, DWRF can supplement your workers’ compensation benefits if an on-the-job injury results in a permanent disability. It can also supplement…
Every day, car accidents happen all around Ohio with some being more severe than others. One recent collision in Austintown resulted in a driver having to go to the hospital with serious injuries while the other vehicle sped off in a hit-and-run. It is impossible to avoid every single car crash that happens in the state….
In March 2019, Governor Mike DeWine took steps to improve the condition of roads throughout Ohio. In declaring a state of emergency, the governor opened the door to federal funding to help fix roads deemed unsafe for motorists to travel. Addressing the problem Ohio experienced harsh winter weather conditions, which the governor believes contributed to the…
To many, it seems unusual that a fire could begin in an active and busy construction site. With so many workers present, it is reasonable to believe fires are preventable. However, fires continue to plague many active work sites in the Cleveland area and often result in injurious construction accidents. Understanding how and why…
Like most states, Ohio does have laws in place that prohibit texting while operating a vehicle. While these statutes should help reduce the number of motor vehicle accidents that occur in the state, they only work when motorists obey them. Unfortunately, many people choose to disregard the law, leading to severe accidents. You should…
Unfortunately, Ohio residents are all too familiar with motor vehicles caused by distracted driving. According to one article, 52 fatalities and 508 serious injuries occurred in motor vehicle accidents caused by distracted driving in 2018 alone. Even worse, the statistics surrounding these incidents show an increase in distracted driving accidents in recent years. Our…
The loss of a loved one can be hard, especially when with an unexpected loss. When people pass away too soon due to others’ negligent acts, it is possible to seek recompense. A wrongful death claim is a common way to accomplish this. In a successful claim, the claimant may request various types of damages. It is…