Since the debut of the TV show COPS way back in 1989, there has been a public fascination with the ‘dash-cam view.’ We love the first-person perspective of a police car chase. These days, there are even Tik Tok and Instagram accounts that get millions of views for...
Car Accidents
A Guide To Dealing with Insurance Companies Post-Accident
After an automobile accident, navigating the aftermath can be overwhelming, especially when it comes to dealing with insurance companies. Understanding how to deal with an insurance company after an accident can significantly impact your recovery and compensation....
What Is Uber UM/UIM Insurance Coverage For Car Accidents in Kentucky?
Kentucky does not require Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist insurance, but KY requires that insurance companies offer Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage to all policyholders, including Uber. Does Uber Pay For UM/UIM Coverage For Uber Passengers While Using Uber In...
How long does it take to settle a car accident case in Ohio?
A car accident can be a traumatic, life-altering event – but few people are prepared for just how difficult it is to navigate the legal issues that follow. In addition to trying to recover from injuries, car crash survivors have to figure out how to obtain...
What happens in Ohio if you get in an accident without insurance?
Every driver is required to carry the state minimum of auto insurance – but not everybody does. Auto insurance can be prohibitively expensive, and with poor driving histories, these prices can be even more looming. The Insurance Information Institute found that...
How does comparative fault impact compensation in an Ohio car accident?
Car accidents happen so fast that sometimes it can be hard to tell exactly who is at fault – but Ohio adheres to a system of modified comparative negligence that makes determining each party’s share of fault essential. Under Ohio’s system of shared liability, car...
Is Ohio an At-Fault or No-Fault State for Car Accidents?
In the context of car accidents, "no-fault" and "at-fault" are the two types of insurance that a state may require. These terms can also refer to the right of accident victims to file personal injury claims or lawsuits against other drivers in order to seek...
Tenacious Representation; A story about our firm helping a client fight an insurance company
Tenacity. It is often what separates the "great" (or Super) lawyers from the merely "good" ones. Does your lawyer accept the first offer presented by the insurance company? Does your lawyer pursue all available insurance policies? Does your lawyer pursue "bad faith"...
What is Ohio’s New Distracted Driving Law?
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed Senate Bill 288 into law early this year making distracted driving a primary offense under Ohio law. This bill will take effect 90 days after it has been signed, so roughly April 3, 2023. Officers, however, are only able to issue...
Takata Airbag Recall
The car and truck crash attorneys at Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima take tremendous pride in helping and guiding our clients through what is often the most difficult experience in their lives. If you or a friend or loved one are injured in a car or truck accident, we...