Daniel A. Romaine Personal Injury Law Blog

Pursuing a case may be the last thing on your mind when involved in an automobile accident.  Consequently, accident victims unwittingly say and do things that can damage their cases.... Read More

According to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA), using seat belts reduces the risk of crash injuries by 50 percent.  Ohio passed its first seat belt law in 1986, which the legislature revised in 1992.  The law requires front seat passengers to wear seat belts when driving on public roads.  Maximum first offense violations result in a $20 fine for front-seat passengers and a $30 fine for drivers.  People exempt from wearing seat belts include the... Read More

When you are involved in a relatively simple car crash that resulted in minor injuries, you may be able to obtain full and fair compensation for your expenses by filing an insurance claim against the policy of the individual responsible for the accident.  You may be able to handle your claim on your own—but the advice and support of an experienced attorney can make a difference to the success of your claim.... Read More

Identifying all parties who were at fault for an auto accident is critical in establishing who should pay for injuries and damages. But unraveling the precise details behind what happened in a typical accident can be more challenging than you realize. In Cleveland, an experienced auto accident attorney can help identify responsible parties in the eyes of the law—but it is also important for all drivers to understand the legal concepts of liability.... Read More