What Is the Average Motorcycle Accident Settlement in Ohio?
It’s difficult to pin down the average motorcycle accident settlement in Ohio. Case values can range from a few thousand to several million dollars depending on various factors that affect settlement amounts. Therefore, if you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, your compensation could fall anywhere within that range. At Gervelis Law Firm, we’ve […]
What Is the Average Bicycle Accident Settlement in Ohio?
TABLE OF CONTENTS Factors That Influence Bicycle Accident Compensation Types of Damages You Can Seek in a Bicycle Accident Case How Long Do I Have to File a Bicycle Accident Claim in Ohio? The Settlement Process for Bicycle Accident Claims in Ohio How To Maximize Your Bicycle Accident Settlement What Happens if You Cannot Reach […]
Where Can I File a Police Report for a Car Accident in Ohio?
Knowing where and how to file a police report for an Ohio car accident is essential to pursuing compensation in an insurance claim or legal proceedings. Even if you are not legally required to do so, file an accident report to protect yourself. In Ohio, failing to stay on the scene and report your accident […]
How to Get a Rental Car After an Accident
Picking up the pieces after a car accident can be particularly difficult if your car has been totaled or needs extensive repairs, leaving you without a vehicle. If you’re stuck without a car after an accident, you can rent one while waiting for repairs to your vehicle or money for a replacement. Getting a rental […]
How Much Money Can a Passenger In a Car Accident Receive?
Following motor vehicle accidents, injured passengers have the same rights as injured drivers after motor vehicle accidents in Ohio. This includes the right to receive compensation if someone else’s negligence caused the accident. Various factors influence how much money a passenger in a car accident can receive, so the exact amount of damages varies from […]
How Long Does an Accident Stay on Your Record in Ohio?
How Driving Records Work in Ohio The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles, or BMV, keeps records for each licensed driver in the state. There are several types of BMV records, including the following: Unofficial copy of your driving record: This record is only available to view online and details your moving violation convictions, accident involvement reports, license suspensions, […]
What To Do After a Car Accident That’s Not Your Fault
Knowing what to do after a car accident that’s not your fault is essential to your health and building a claim for damages. Ohio is an at-fault car insurance state, so the evidence you collect and other steps you take can mean a substantial difference in compensation. In addition to pursuing damages from the other […]
Should I Talk to the Other Insurance Company?
Am I Legally Required to Speak With the Other Driver’s Insurance Company? When you are involved in a car accident, you can decline to speak with the other driver’s insurance company. It’s usually best to avoid speaking with the other driver’s insurance company until you’ve talked to a personal injury lawyer. Your own insurance company […]
What Happens If I Get in an Accident Out-of-State?
What to Do If You’re an Out-of-State Driver in an Ohio Accident If you get into a car accident in Ohio but live in another state, Ohio’s laws will apply to your case. The following are the steps you should take if you are an out-of-state diver involved in an accident on an Ohio road. […]
How Long Does a Car Accident Settlement Take?
Factors that Affect the Car Accident Settlement Process After a car accident, many factors can affect how long it takes to reach a settlement. According to Forbes, it may take up to a year to obtain sufficient medical care for your injuries, two to six months to gather evidence and estimate the value of your […]