The Law Offices of Tim Misny
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Why Pedestrian Accidents Happen Off the Road Too Most people think pedestrian accidents only happen on busy streets and intersections. The truth is that parking lots are dangerous places where countless injuries occur every year. Drivers backing out without looking, speeding through parking aisles, and distracted by their phones create hazards that put shoppers, workers,...
Here’s How to Protect Your Rights October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, a time to raise awareness about the growing dangers pedestrians face on our roads. And, unfortunately, pedestrian accidents are becoming deadlier across the United States. Pedestrian Accidents Are Increasing According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, pedestrian deaths have surged 48% over the...
Picture this: It’s 11pm on I-480, and you’re driving home from visiting family. Suddenly, an 18-wheeler weaves across three lanes before jackknifing across the median. The driver had been searching for a safe place to rest for over an hour but found every truck stop full. Exhausted and out of options, he kept driving… with...
Leg, Knee, and Pelvic Injury Lawsuits A car door opens into your lane without warning. You hit your brakes, but there’s nowhere to go—your bike goes down at 45 mph, and your leg takes the crushing weight of 400 pounds of motorcycle. The sound you hear isn’t just metal scraping pavement; it’s your femur snapping...
Leg and Foot Injuries in Motorcycle Accidents: Long-Term Impact, Legal Options Did you know that leg and foot injuries are among the most common (and devastating) consequences of motorcycle accidents? These injuries often result in permanent disabilities that fundamentally change how victims walk, work, and live their daily lives. Despite the severe long-term impact, insurance...
Brain Injuries After a Motorcycle Crash: Your Rights, With or Without a Helmet The sudden impact of a crash throws you from your motorcycle onto the pavement. You get up, dust yourself off, and tell everyone you’re fine. Three days later, you can’t remember your coworker’s name, struggle to follow simple conversations, and your family...
You were driving through a construction zone when traffic suddenly stopped ahead of you. You hit your brakes, but the car behind you wasn’t paying attention and slammed into your rear end. The other driver immediately claims it’s your fault for “stopping too fast,” but you know the truth—they were following too closely and not...
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month! It’s a great time for riders to make sure they clearly understand Ohio’s helmet laws—and the potentially devastating consequences of riding unprotected. While the law may not require all riders to wear helmets, the medical and legal realities tell a different story that every motorcyclist should know. Ohio’s Helmet...
You did the right thing after your accident—got medical attention, reported the incident, and filed a claim. But when the insurance company comes back with a lowball offer, it feels like a slap in the face. The truth is, insurers don’t make money by paying out fair settlements—they profit by minimizing what they owe. Being...
You’re stopped at a red light and glance in your rearview mirror. The driver behind you is looking down at their phone instead of the road ahead. Your grip tightens on the steering wheel, knowing they might not stop in time. It’s a situation no one wants to find themselves in. April is National Distracted...
