Jon A. Lafferty and his wife Pam have been married for 35 years and have four grown children and three grandchildren. Jon is a past president of the Men's Golf Association at Brandywine Golf Club and is presently the secretary of his homeowner's association.
Thomas W. Gallagher and his wife Kitty have been married for 39 years. They have seven grown children and ten grandchildren. Tom has served on numerous school, athletic and church boards and councils. He has also served as a coach for football, soccer and baseball over the years, as well as attended countless baseball, basketball, football and soccer games with his children. Tom continues to follow his grandkids in their activities.
Robert "Mickey" Scott and his wife Kim have been married for 20 years. They have two children. Over the years, Mickey has coached soccer, basketball and softball, and he continues to coach baseball. Mickey has been involved in a number of community boards and events, including the Muscular Dystrophy Association Lockup and the Sylvania Metro Area Hockey League Rules and Disciplinary Committee.

Experienced Toledo Automobile Accident Attorneys

It is impossible to predict exactly how and when a motor vehicle accident might happen. However, due to the high rate at which these incidents occur, it is important to prepare yourself for how to handle an accident case.

The skilled automobile accident lawyers of Lafferty, Gallagher & Scott, LLC work hard to protect the interests of accident victims. Contact us today to discuss any questions you have regarding insurance claims, fault, and whether litigation is the best choice for you.

Top causes of motor vehicle accidents

The statistics regarding auto accidents are startling. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that someone is involved in a motor vehicle accident approximately every ten seconds. According to the Ohio Highway Patrol, 66,114 automobile crashes were investigated in Ohio in the year 2010.

The causes of motor vehicle accidents vary widely. The following is a list of frequently cited causes:

Distractions. Recent developments in hand-held technology can make our everyday activities more convenient, but they can also offer dangerous distractions when we are driving. The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) reports that drivers who text while driving are over twenty times more likely to be involved in an accident than drivers who are not distracted. Many accidents are also caused by distracted drivers who are talking on mobile phones, changing CDs or radio stations, or grooming themselves while driving.

Driving under the influence (DUI). Drunk driving and driving under the influence of drugs continue to be one of the top causes of motor vehicle accidents. In Ohio, 324 out of 1,021 motor vehicle accident fatalities resulted from impaired driving in 2010.

Environmental conditions. Poor weather and road conditions often contribute to the likelihood of an accident. Bad weather can inhibit the vision of the driver, and decrease traction between the tires and the road surface. It is always recommended to adjust your speed according to visibility and road conditions in order to maintain control of your vehicle.

Contact a skilled Toledo auto accident attorney today

Driving responsibly and alertly can dramatically reduce the risk of an accident. However, there is always the possibility that other drivers around you are not operating their vehicles with care. If you suffer an injury due to the negligence of another party, it is advisable to seek legal aid as soon as possible. The Toledo personal injury law firm of Lafferty, Gallagher & Scott, LLC has helped accident victims for over 30 years. Our dedicated attorneys can efficiently and skillfully handle all aspects of your case, no matter how complicated your situation may seem.

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Lafferty, Gallagher & Scott, LLC, in Toledo, Ohio, handles personal injury, medical malpractice, employment law, and insurance disputes on behalf of clients from counties such as Lucas County, Fulton County, Henry County, Ottawa County, Paulding County, Putnam County, Van Wert County, Mercer County, Hancock County, Seneca County, Williams County, Defiance County, Sandusky County, and Erie County; and from cities such as Toledo, Sylvania, Maumee, Port Clinton, Fremont, Sandusky, Cleveland, Dayton, Akron, Mansfield, Lima, Marion, Bucyrus, Fostoria, Van Wert, Norwalk, Bowling Green, Napoleon, Wauseon, Defiance, Bryan, Paulding, Ottawa, Findlay, Tiffin, Holland, Perrysburg, Oregon, Swanton, Delta, Cincinnati, Troy, and Sidney.

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Lafferty, Gallagher & Scott, LLC is located in Toledo, OH and serves clients in and around Harbor View, Oregon, Toledo, Northwood, Perrysburg, Lemoyne, Maumee, Curtice, Sylvania, Stony Ridge, Clay Center, Williston, Holland, Martin, Genoa, Monclova, Walbridge, Rossford, Luckey, Berkey, Waterville, Graytown, Lucas County, Ottawa County, Wood County.

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