Beyond the Viral Video: Demanding Safer Highways in Ohio

A recent crash on I-270 in Columbus has gone viral. The video shows a high-speed collision, a vehicle flipping off the highway, and what looks like a miracle survival. It’s harrowing to watch — and it’s a stark reminder of just how dangerous our highways can be.

In response, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) issued a public warning, urging drivers to slow down and pay attention. The message is clear: reckless driving and high speeds are putting lives at risk.

But warnings are not enough.

At Walton + Brown, we represent people whose lives have been changed forever by crashes just like this one. We know that behind every viral video is a family dealing with hospital bills, physical recovery, emotional trauma, or worse — the loss of a loved one.

The Truth About Highway Safety

Highway crashes are one of the leading causes of death in Ohio. Speeding, distracted driving, aggressive lane changes, and poor visibility all play a role. But so do things like faulty road design, lack of guardrails, and inadequate lighting — factors that point back to the state, not just the driver.

In this most recent I-270 crash, the driver is under investigation, and accountability will likely follow. But what about long-term prevention? What about the stretch of highway where this happened? What has ODOT done to prevent future crashes at that exact location?

That is the kind of accountability we also fight for.

When a Crash Isn’t “Just an Accident”

We tell our clients this often: car crashes are rarely random. There is almost always a preventable cause. Sometimes it is driver negligence. Other times it is a trucking company cutting corners, or a government agency failing to maintain a dangerous roadway.

Our job is to find the truth and make sure every responsible party is held accountable.

If you or someone you love was seriously injured in a highway crash, you deserve answers. You deserve a legal team that understands the system, knows how to investigate complex crashes, and will fight for the justice and compensation you need to move forward.

Road Safety Is a Shared Responsibility

Drivers need to slow down. But the government also has a duty to create safe roadways. Viral videos can raise awareness, but real change only happens when someone demands it.

That’s what we do. And that’s why we’re here.

Want to talk? Schedule a free, no-pressure consultation with our team today. We are here when you are ready.

Contact our firm today at 614-636-3476 or visit us online at WaltonBrownLaw.com