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On February 9, one woman was killed and several people were seriously injured on the I-70 and I-270 interchange in Columbus. The first vehicle struck a freeway attenuator, which damaged and disabled the SUV. The driver got out to inspect the damage, while a passenger remained in the car. Two witnesses from a nearby apartment...
If you’ve been injured in an accident, whether due to a car accident, defective product, slip-and-fall or otherwise, it’s crucial that you seek medical care as soon as possible. Don’t delay medical care. If you are eligible for a personal injury claim, delaying medical care could affect how much and what kind of compensation you...
Earlier this month, two people were killed in a three-car accident near the Mount Carmel East Hospital in Columbus. At 6pm on a weekday, one car was headed westbound on East Broad Street. The driver tried to turn into Mount Carmel East, striking a pickup truck traveling eastbound at the intersection. The resulting crash pushed...
Most drivers have had at least one experience where they’ve had to take quick action to avoid an accident, thanks to another driver on the road. When someone merges into your lane without looking, fails to yield or cuts you off, often, the only option is to swerve to avoid hitting them. What happens if...
Chronic pain is a difficult condition to live with. People with chronic pain typically don’t “look” sick, even if they’re experiencing significant pain daily. According to the CDC, at least 50 million American adults have chronic pain—but it’s rarely diagnosed, since doctors focus on more obvious conditions. If an accident left you with chronic pain,...
Car accidents can cause collapsed lungs, a potentially fatal condition if left untreated. At the Law Offices of Tim Misny, we always advise clients to seek medical treatment immediately, and closely monitor their condition—including when a collapsed lung is a possibility. This condition may require additional medical treatment, including surgery. Here’s why you should take...
Riding a motorcycle can be a fun experience, which is why Ohio drivers have registered over 380,000 bikes within the state. Unfortunately, the characteristics that make motorcycles so fun also contribute to dangerous accidents, life-altering injuries and fatalities. Motorcycles simply do not offer the same level of protection other vehicles can. Motorcycle deaths rose 55...
We all know about the dangers of distracted driving in cars, whether that’s texting and driving, fiddling with the radio or even watching videos on your phone. It only takes a half-second of inattention to find yourself in a collision. With the popularity of electric bikes (e-bikes), some riders are confused about the rules. Are...
A semi truck carrying 74,000 pounds of chicken crashed on State Route 14 earlier this month. Fortunately, neither the driver, nor his service dog nor anyone else was injured in the accident. According to authorities, the truck tipped over due to its heavy load. This accident highlights a common cause of semi truck accidents. Because...
Sadly, a recent Butler County motorcycle crash killed one woman in her 60s and seriously injured her husband. The motorcycle went off the side of the road on State Route 126 in Ross Township. The single vehicle crash reportedly happened when the driver lost control of the bike. This is an unfortunate reminder that motorcycle...
