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The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) has teamed up with Lyft to address drunk and drug-impaired driving through two new state outreach programs. With $40,000 in grants, GHSA and Lyft are encouraging Ohioans to choose ride-hailing over driving impaired, especially during the fall and holiday season. These grants fund campaigns that urge people to leave...

Earlier this year, road safety advocates celebrated a drop in pedestrian fatalities nationwide, including in Ohio. But Cleveland officials know there's still work to be done. The city has just unveiled an ambitious five-year plan to reduce pedestrian accidents across Cleveland. Tom Merriman has represented numerous pedestrians and cyclists hit by cars and secured outcomes...

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) has reported a reduction in traffic crashes where traditional traffic signs have been replaced with radar-based technology. Designed to adjust traffic signals based on real-time traffic conditions, the system has shown promise in minimizing the number of car accidents. By adapting to traffic flow and reducing sudden stops or...

Ohio's roads have become increasingly dangerous over the last decade, according to a new traffic safety study. Despite efforts to enhance road safety and a brief period of decline, the state has witnessed a 26 percent increase in traffic fatalities from 2013 to 2023. This alarming trend, reflective of a broader national issue, underscores the...

According to recent statistics compiled by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), pedestrian accident fatalities decreased nationwide by 5 percent last year. The statistics compare pedestrian fatalities nationwide and statewide from last year to 2022. "My first reaction was, 'Hallelujah; it’s really nice to be talking about fatalities going down, because we haven’t really had...

The "100 Deadliest Days" refer to the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day, when the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) reports a significant increase in traffic and car accidents on Ohio's roadways. This timeframe is particularly hazardous as people embark on vacations and engage in more travel, leading to a higher number of vehicles, including...

Motorcycle accidents have become increasingly common in recent years in Ohio. That’s why Motorcycle Ohio is making an extra effort this month as part of National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month to educate the public about the dangers bikers face on the road. “There are over 500,000 registered motorcycles on Ohio’s roadways, and safety is everyone’s...

Total solar eclipse, Guardians home opener, and Women's Final Four could draw unprecedented crowds and traffic in Cleveland. All roads lead to Cleveland – or at least it might seem that way. From the total solar eclipse to the first home game of the 2024 season for the Cleveland Guardians and the Women's Final Four...

Learn about the symptoms and treatments for TBIs. Some of the most serious and most common car accident injuries are traumatic brain injuries (TBI). But how do you know if you or a loved one sustained a head or brain injury in a car accident? What are the symptoms and warning signs? Brain injury symptoms...

Do crash-prevention devices actually prevent car accidents? Front-end crash prevention systems can help prevent car accidents in many cases, but they're not as foolproof as some people might think, according to several recent traffic safety studies conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). "These reductions are impressive for all vehicle types, but the...