The aftermath of getting into a car accident can already be challenging to navigate, and a citation issued at the scene can further complicate the situation for you. Traffic tickets are records that you’ve driven...
Drunk driving is not just a criminal offense; it is a preventable tragedy that affects countless lives each year. For victims and their families, the aftermath of a drunk driving accident can bring physical pain,...
At The Fitch Law Firm, our Columbus personal injury lawyers are committed to advocating for safe driving practices and holding negligent drivers accountable. A recent incident on Interstate 71 in Columbus serves as a sobering...
After a car crash, dealing with insurance adjusters can be one of the most stressful parts of the process. What you say to them can significantly impact your claim, and making the wrong statement could...
The Fatal Impact of Contract Drivers Iliana Velez, a freshman at the University of Texas, was working at an Amazon fulfillment center in the early hours of January 3, 2022. Velez went on her scheduled...
If you're an Ohio resident, you've likely used a ridesharing service like Uber or Lyft at some point. These services are convenient and affordable ways to get around town but also come with risks. Rideshare...
After suffering injuries in a car accident that resulted from another party’s negligence, your own driving record should not affect your pursuit of compensation. If the opposing counsel starts citing your driving records, you can...
After getting in a car accident, the most important thing you can do is find the right lawyer to take on your case. With the right legal team by your side, you may have a...
You can file a claim with your insurer if you want to recover compensation for an accident caused by a sudden medical emergency. Usually, when someone else causes an accident, they are liable to pay...
Testimony from witnesses, especially independent ones, to a car accident can help your claim because they can provide insight into the details of the accident. They can also support your story about how the accident...
Inclement weather, such as heavy rainfall, can increase the risk of a car accident. However, determining liability for car accidents during heavy rainfall may be more difficult because of several factors. First, you might have...
Determining liability after a car accident is not always easy and straightforward. Both parties could claim they aren’t responsible for the accident in any way. When this happens, it is easy to rely on witnesses...
While car and truck accidents have many similarities when filing an injury claim, there are also many differences. Knowing the legal process for each type of injury claim is essential to fighting for the compensation...
After getting hurt in a car accident, filing a claim against the other party’s auto insurance seems like the apparent next step. But getting the help you need can be more complicated than expected. There...
Every state has laws to keep drivers, occupants, pedestrians, and others on the roadways safe. Ohio is no different. The state has strict regulations on behind-the-wheel behaviors, seatbelt and car seat use, texting and driving,...
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can arise after experiencing a traumatic event. For many individuals, being involved in a serious car accident can lead to PTSD, especially if the crash...
If you were injured or suffered property damage in an automobile accident, you might have grounds to file a car accident claim or lawsuit against the at-fault driver or a related liable party. However, before...
Filing a police report and getting a copy of it can be crucial in jurisdictions such as Columbus, Ohio, and the report can bolster your claim for compensation. Alongside your police report, photos, video footage,...
For many Americans, ridesharing services have now become a part of life. Companies like Uber and Lyft provide a mobile app where individuals can offer driving services using their own personal vehicles, and people in...
If you are hurt in a car accident caused by someone else, you could recover damages through an insurance settlement. Our team at the Fitch Law Firm LLC has successfully negotiated car accident settlements for...
