Injury Claims for Passengers in Car Accidents
Can Passengers in a Car Accident Submit an Injury Claim in Ohio? When it comes to car accidents, Ohio follows the traditional “tort” or “fault” system. This means the individual who caused the accident is held accountable for all resulting damages and losses, including injuries to passengers, other drivers, and property damage. As a passenger in […]
What Should I Do Following a Hit-And-Run Accident?
What to do Following a Hit-and-Run Whether a car accident occurs from driver distraction, bad weather conditions, or intoxicated driving, it can be a traumatic experience. These situations may be even more overwhelming if the other driver flees the scene, known as a hit-and-run accident. Regardless of how the hit-and-run accident happened, there are important steps to take […]
Is the State of Ohio Liable for Poor Road Signage?
Car Accidents Caused by Poor Road Signage When it comes to a car accident, there may be more parties at-fault than just the negligent driver. In some cases, a state or municipal government’s actions (or inaction) may be a factor. For example, if the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) fails to properly maintain a public highway, […]
Bar Liability in Drunk Driving Accidents
When is a Bar or Club Liable for Causing a Fatal Drunk Driving Accident in Ohio? Drunk driving accidents are the leading cause of fatal accidents in the Cleveland area. In some cases, a bar or other business that serves alcohol to a driver who causes an accident may also be held liable for damages to […]
How Braking Distances Can Prevent Car Accidents
Prevent Car Accidents At Tittle & Perlmuter, we see the devastating effects of car accidents every day. Many of these accidents could have been prevented if the driver had a better understanding of braking distances and how to safely stop their vehicle. In this blog post, we want to educate readers on the importance of knowing braking distances […]
Ohio Distracted Driving Bill Signed into Law
New Distracted Driving Law On December 21, 2020, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed into law a bill that aims to crack down on distracted driving in the state. The bill, according to Ohio DPS begins being enforced in October, 2023, includes several provisions that are intended to make it easier for law enforcement officials to […]
How is Fault Determined in an Ohio Car Accident?
Determining Fault in Ohio Car Accidents Emotions can run high after a car accident, with drivers pointing fingers at each other and making accusations about who was at fault in the collision. However, what the parties may say or admit in the chaotic aftermath of a car crash doesn’t necessarily prove legal “fault.” For purposes […]
What Do I Do After a Car Accident?
Advice from Dr. Alok Bhaiji, M.D. In 2016, nearly 306,000 motor vehicle crashes occurred in Ohio. Unfortunately, car accidents happen all the time, and it can be confusing to know what to do following a crash. The first thing an individual should do after an accident is “seek medical attention as soon as possible, because you sometimes […]
Treating a Brain Injury After a Car Accident
Brain Injury Treatment Car accidents are the primary cause of brain injuries. The brain can become injured when the impact of an accident causes the skull to hit a hard surface, such as the windshield. Inside, the brain may keep on moving, causing bruising and other internal injuries. Depending on the severity of the accident, a […]
Car Accident Head Injury Symptoms You May Overlook
Seek Medical Treatment You may have heard that you should always seek medical treatment following a car accident. If you’re feeling fine, you may want to ignore that advice, but you shouldn’t. You could actually have a head injury and not know it. That’s because there are many symptoms that signal a head injury, but you […]
