A car hit by a semi truck can crumple like an accordion. When you are hit by a semi weighing close to 80,000 pounds, life turns upside down in a split second. The pain and the shock would be enough to overwhelm you all by themselves, but now you must deal with financial distress as well. Nobody can undo...
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When you’re involved in an injury accident in Ohio, you can pursue compensation from the at-fault party. However, it’s important to understand the personal injury laws that apply in these cases, including Ohio damage caps. Your losses in an auto accident are typically called damages. The law limits how much you can receive for certain types of losses, such...
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Feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what to do after an accident is common. Do you have to call the police? Depending on the severity of the accident, you might be required to call the police in Ohio. For example, if someone sustained injuries, you must report the accident. Many drivers might hesitate to involve law enforcement, especially in seemingly...
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Knowing what to do after a car accident can feel overwhelming. Understandably, injured victims want to know how to get more money from a car accident settlement. The claims process for car accidents in Ohio can be complex and time-consuming, but when you learn more about your rights, you can protect yourself and understand how to get the most...
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Airbags serve a vital safety purpose and have saved countless lives since their invention. However, there’s also a risk that you could sustain some injuries from them during an accident, such as facial and abdominal injuries. But can an airbag kill you? While fatal injuries are not common airbag injuries, people have died from complications before, though the cause...
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Determining fault in a left turn accident in Ohio is not necessarily as simple as saying the vehicle making the left is at fault. While that is common, there are other scenarios where that is the exception. To get personalized help reach out to Bensinger Law and secure a free consultation by ringing (419) 455-1410 or using the contact...
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Personal InjuryCar crash injuries can leave you incapacitated and unable to work or handle your daily tasks. In Ohio, many of the most common car accident injuries are serious or even life-threatening. It is important to your well-being and ability to receive compensation for your injuries that you seek medical attention and legal guidance as soon as reasonably possible. Aaron...
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Rear-end collisions are the most common type of car accident. In fact, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), rear-end crashes comprise approximately 30% of all car accidents nationwide. Given these facts, it is difficult to calculate an average settlement for a rear-end collision in Ohio accurately. Particular circumstances, including property damage, injuries, and noneconomic losses, as...
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If you have been injured or suffered a loss because of the negligent actions of another, you may be eligible for compensation. The type of damages you are able to recover will depend on the unique circumstances of your situation. Ohio punitive damages may be available based on the actions of the person or entity responsible for the injury....
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Car accidents happen in the blink of an eye. They leave chaos in their wake and they happen alarmingly often. In fact, from the beginning of 2021 to mid-2022, the Lima Police Department recorded reports of 1,610 car crashes in Allen County. If you or someone you know was seriously injured in a crash, you may be wondering, Who...
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