Ohio is already on the verge of spring -- but that can mean some rather rocky weather that ranges from warm and sunny one day and wet and windy the day after. Downpours are common. In other words, spring weather can make construction work interesting -- if not...
Ohio doctor, nurses being investigated for 35 deaths
Multiple families have come forward against an Ohio doctor who allegedly gave dozens of patients potentially lethal and excessive doses of pain medication. The doctor, who worked at Mount Carmel West or St. Ann's, is currently under investigation for potentially...
Akron woman barely survives dog attack
A 57-year-old Akron native is struggling to recover from her injuries after a vicious attack by three pit bulls -- but she considers herself fortunate to even be alive. The attack happened on Monday, March 4, as the woman was walking home from her Arlington Street bus...
Can you recognize the signs of nursing home abuse?
When an Ohio family places a loved one in a nursing home, it is with the assumption he or she will receive quality care. If you have had to make the difficult decision of moving a loved one to a long-term care facility, you understand how difficult it is to make that...
Ohio couple killed by driver impaired by legal medication
A Licking County couple died on March 6 in an accident with an impaired driver. Unlike many such accidents, however, the driver who caused this wreck wasn't on anything illicit. He was taking a legally prescribed painkiller instead. The driver of a Ford Explorer...
Hazard communication plans for dangerous chemicals
Every construction team should have a hazard communication plan in place. Communication is the main method of defense against harm from chemical hazards for all construction workers. When your team doesn't realize the danger they're in while dealing with certain...
Number of pedestrian deaths on the rise
A report released by the Governors Highway Safety Association says that the number of pedestrian fatalities during 2018 was the highest it has been since the year 1990. People traveling in vehicles or walking near roadways in Ohio should be aware of the statistics....
Spring is coming: Are you eager to ride your motorcycle?
If you're one of many motorcycle enthusiasts in Ohio, you're probably itching to take your first springtime ride in 2019. After a bitter cold, long, snowy winter, the thought of getting on your bike and riding down the highway on a bright, sunny day makes you feel...
