A fun day in the park can quickly become a traumatic one if you or your child is bitten by an aggressive dog. According to the Canine Journal, there are around 4.5 million annual cases of dog bites in the United States. These numbers are certainly frightening, but the numbers you see on a medical bill following a bite could be even scarier.

There are a number of expenses you will likely face following a dog attack. Even bites that do not initially seem severe will be costly when you are administered all the healthcare you should receive as a precaution. Seeking legal recourse may help you recoup costs such as the following three:

The blog entry below was written in conjuntion with one of our colleague's in Little Rock, AR.

In cases where a fatality is involved, the types of viable claims that may be pursued are varied and complex. The heirs to a decedent's estate may have questions about potential recovery from a negligent act, and while the nomenclature may be confusing, the concepts between the two actions are not.

Car accidents are possible at any time, but when Ohio winters hit, the chances of being involved in a collision increase dramatically. Snow, ice and wet roads can make your travels dangerous, whether you are completing a 20-minute commute or heading a few hours out of town. The Ohio State Highway Patrol has reported that between 25,000 and 28,000 accidents happen each month across the state during the winter. Reducing those numbers means safer roadways and less injuries for all drivers. Here are some tips on staying safe behind the wheel this season.

School is back in full swing. With it comes a number of changes from the summer, but whether you have kids or not, it's important to be safe in school zones and around school related traffic. It's no surprise that pedestrian collisions are much higher during the school year than not, so take note of a few best practices to increase safety and try to avoid a preventable car accident.

Give buses extra space

If you've ever driven with kids in the car, you know how distracting they can be. Now imagine a bus full of energetic kids. Give buses extra space on the road to help the drivers cope with their unique challenges. Buses are also one of the places where children are most likely to be struck by a car. The 10-foot radius around the bus is the most dangerous zone, so give them plenty of space. Also, be sure never to pass a bus that is stopped to load or unload passengers. While this is obviously dangerous, it is also illegal in every state. Finally, letting the bus pull ahead after stopping gives you a chance to gain an unobstructed view of the area, this makes it easier to observe any kids who may dart into the road.