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An Ohio car accident lawyer explains this troubling trend Speeding and drunk driving are just two of the risks some people continue to take, and this dangerous behavior resulted in a spike in the number of road deaths in the first quarter of 2021. That’s according to a Washington Post report examining estimates from the...

Our car accident lawyers reveal what you should know Reporters usually do everything they can to stay out of a story, but in the case of Mike Kilburn, the situation could not be helped. The ABC6/Fox28 journalist was recently rear-ended in a company vehicle by a drowsy driver on a highway in Columbus, Ohio. Kilburn...

Our Columbus legal team reveals how bad the problem is in Ohio Car accidents caused by teenagers in Ohio are a serious problem throughout the year. But the summer months, in particular, can be especially deadly, according to several studies focused on crashes caused by young drivers. Our Columbus legal team explains what drivers in...

Columbus is a busy city with a lot of traffic. Driving on busy roads can be an adventure. Speeders on I-270. Aggressive lane-changers weaving in and out of traffic on I-670. Drivers running red lights on North High Street. Car accidents here are common. There are some who swear that Columbus has the worst drivers...

In similar car accidents, women are more likely to suffer severe injuries or death when compared to men, according to a new study. Conducted by the Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), researchers found unequal car and truck safety standards for men, women, and anyone who falls outside of the "standard" male body type. It turns out...

As the pandemic finally eases, the roadways of Ohio are filling up again with motorists, including motorcyclists. With the popularity of motorcycles on the rise, so is the risk to operators and their passengers. Here's what you should know... Motorcycle safety increasingly important Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, marked for May, could not arrive at a...

Texting while driving is a problem that’s running rampant in our country, as distracted driving has become a widespread issue for motorists of all ages. Distraction comes in many forms, including taking selfies, recording video, talking with passengers, programming a GPS, navigating mobile apps, eating, drinking, and personal grooming (e.g., fixing your makeup or styling...

Intersections are three-way and four-way road junctions where motorists, truckers, pedestrians and bicyclists cross paths. Since intersections can be difficult to navigate, they are often the focal point of many car accidents. At Gervelis Law Firm, we often see motorists sustain serious and life-threatening injuries in intersection car accidents. Since these crashes are so complex, determining...

If you were involved in a car accident that was someone else's fault, the other driver's insurance company is responsible for your losses. After you file a car accident claim, compensation is recovered through a financial settlement or court verdict. But recovering full compensation for your damages, or any damages at all, isn't always easy....

Truck accidents in Ohio can be devastating. Large commercial trucks make up a small percentage of the total vehicles on Ohio roadways. Yet, they cause a disproportionate number of serious injuries and deaths during crashes. This is simply due to the size and weight of commercial trucks. They often weigh up to 80,000 lbs. when...