According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 2015 saw the largest increase in deaths due to motor vehicle accidents in almost 50 years. There were over 7 percent more fatalities in the US in 2015 than there were in 2014. This equates to 35,092 deaths that could have been prevented. The NHTSA attributes 10 percent of the fatalities…
Every year, it seems like there are more trucks on the roads and highways that become more congested. If you’ve noticed this, you aren’t alone. The bad news is that in Ohio; the number of truck-related crashes have increased. According to a Dayton Daily News report from Sept. 18, Ohio has seen an increase in commercial vehicle crashes and fatalities…
Truck accidents can be dangerous or deadly; they often involve at least one other vehicle that could be crushed due to the weight of the truck. Multiple vehicle collisions are also possible if a truck collides with backed-up traffic or if the truck rolls over sideways, blocking the lanes of traffic. In this case, a multi-vehicle collision has one truck…
In the warm summer months, riding your motorcycle can be a fun activity to engage in. Though for many it is an enjoyable way to spend the season’s long days, it can also be dangerous. Taking safety measures and the time to focus on the road while driving can help everyone stay safe. Be on the lookout For those who…
Do you know the things that you should do following a motor vehicle accident in which you were driving one of the cars involved? Unfortunately, following an accident, your nerves are rattled and there may be injuries too. Still, there are certain things you should do at the accident site and immediately following your accident. Following are important tips to…
Ohio recently joined multiple other states in the country when it legalized marijuana for medical use. While the bill goes into effect in September 2016, it will be some time before marijuana can be sold in Ohio. Until then, patients will have to go to another state where marijuana use is legal to buy it. The passage of House Bill…
Most drivers would do just about anything to avoid a getting in an accident with a truck. A passenger vehicle always runs the higher risk of severe or fatal injuries when involved in a collision with an 80,000 lb tractor-trailer. Because of this, drivers should be aware of the common causes of truck accidents and what steps they can take…
Keeping others safe needs to be a priority to trucking companies. In order to keep their vehicles in the best condition, preventative maintenance should always be done. If you’ve gotten into an accident with a truck that has not been maintained properly, this information may be helpful to your case. Vehicles that are not properly maintained can have a higher…
Many truck accidents happen when a truck attempts a right-hand turn. If a truck driver fails to see you as he or she is making a right-hand turn, you could end up with devastating injuries as well as a totaled car. Knowing what a truck needs to do in order to make a right-hand turn, however, can help you avoid…