According to the Ohio State Patrol, in the last five years, there were nearly 15,000 pedestrian-related accidents on Ohio roadways. Of those, 847 pedestrians were killed as a result. Pedestrian vs. car accidents is exceptionally devastating as pedestrians are rendered virtually defenseless against large, heavy vehicles and often sustain catastrophic, […]
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Hiring a personal injury lawyer is not something you ever thought you would need to do. However, accidents and other wrongdoing are not uncommon, and the need to seek compensation from those responsible for your injuries suddenly becomes the pressing task at hand. If you are an injured victim needing
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Burns are some of the most painful and can frequently lead to lasting disfigurement and disability. Sadly, burn injuries are very common. The CDC estimates that each year, approximately 1.1 million people suffer burn injuries in the U.S., and according to the National Library of Medicine, approximately 15% of those
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If your Injured Slater & Zurz Can Help We have helped thousands of people throughout Ohio in our 31+ years of service. Clients come to Slater & Zurz because we get results and know the law or experience, and the way we treat our clients with dignity and respect makes
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Driving on Ohio’s roadways can be stressful. Dealing with traffic, reckless drivers, and lengthy construction projects can make your commute a frustrating experience. Almost all motorists get a little irritated from time to time. But for some, a minor issue doesn’t just annoy them. It turns into road rage. Road
The U.S. Census Bureau that Americans over the age of 65 have increased to over 56 million recently, with a jump to an estimated 73 million by the year 2030. With this significant increase in the older segment of our population, so has the demand for elderly residential care. At
Why Ohio Drivers Should Have Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist insurance Most states require motorists to have a minimum amount of auto insurance coverage to protect drivers and passengers in the event of an accident. Although this insurance requirement is in place, the coverage rarely covers the costs of expenses such as vehicle
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As the holiday season quickly approaches, so will a marked increase in drunk driving accidents. A staggering amount of drunk driving fatalities took place in the month of December. According to the National Safety Council, around 400 people in the U.S. will die in impaired driving accidents over the New
Expecting a baby is a joyous time. Having a baby shower, setting up the nursery, and choosing their baby’s name is exciting for soon-to-be parents. When planning for their little one’s arrival, parents place their trust in the hands of the doctors and nurses who will handle the labor and
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The average commercial truck weighs nearly 20 times more than a passenger vehicle. Despite strict safety regulations imposed on trucking companies and their drivers, trucking accidents remain common on our country’s roadways. Distracted driving, speeding, and driver fatigue can lead to serious accidents that far too commonly leave victims with
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