Yearly Archives: 2021
Motorcycle Helmet Regulations for Ohio
Ohio Helmet Law The Ohio motorcycle helmet law states that motorcycle riders in Ohio are required to wear a helmet if they are under the age of 18. Riders with a “novice” license must also wear a helmet whenever operating their rides, regardless of their ages. You don’t have to wear your motorcycle helmet… Read More »
Wrecks Caused by Trucks Parked on the Side of the Road
Working as a truck driver is not an easy career choice. Long hours hauling cargo can exhaust even veteran truck drivers, and it is also not uncommon to get a little lost when the GPS is not fully functioning. As such, truckers often pull off the side of the road to stop their vehicles… Read More »
How Long Does It Take to Recover from a Motorcycle Accident?
If you’ve been in a motorcycle accident and were seriously injured, then you’re going to be wondering how long it will be before you recover. Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to that question. Everyone recovers from their injuries differently, but it can be assumed that your recovery will take longer if your injuries… Read More »
Mistakes Motorists Make When Sharing the Road with Motorcyclists
Many motorcycle accidents are not caused by the motorcyclists themselves. Instead, the motorists around them in larger vehicles are often to blame for motorcycle wrecks. The problem originates from the fact that many drivers only know how to share the road with other drivers, not motorcycle riders. This lack of familiarity can cause a… Read More »
What Type of Boat Capsizes the Most?
One of the most common types of boating accidents is capsizing. In fact, the major cause of fatalities in accidents involving small boats is from drowning after a fall overboard or a capsizing. U.S. Coast Guard accident statistics show that capsizing led to over 100 recreational boating fatalities and over $1 million in damages… Read More »
What Should You Do If Another Boat is in Distress?
As a new or veteran boater, you need to know what to do if you see another boat in distress. If the situation was reversed, then you’d certainly want any other boater who came across your situation to be able to help, after all. What should you do if you see another boat in… Read More »
What Should You Do If You Run Your Boat Aground?
What should you do if you run your boat aground? Although this might seem like a “novice” boater mistake, the truth is that even boaters with years and years of boating experience can get run aground by accident and often without warning. It helps every boater, regardless of experience, to review what to do… Read More »
Why Is It Dangerous to Leave Your Boat After Capsizing?
It’s every boater’s worst nightmare: a large swell or wave overwhelms your boat, rolling it or swamping the bow. Maybe the hull split or the through-hull failed. Maybe your kayak flipped, or someone forgot to install the plug in the vessel. Regardless of the reason, if you find yourself suddenly in the water after… Read More »
What Happens After a Dog Bite Is Reported?
Although many people hesitate to report dog bites, fearing that the dog will be put down, this is not necessarily the case. In fact, many dogs who are reported for attacking or biting are ultimately released back into their owner’s care. You should always report dog bites to the local health commissioner in the… Read More »
How to Report a Dog Attack
You can never know for certain when a dog attack is going to happen. But you can plan ahead to know what to do in case one does, including how to report it. Every state has different expectations regarding dog bites and animal attacks. Here in Ohio, you are expected to report the dog… Read More »