Why Carrying Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage is Important

Jul 14, 2020 - Personal Injury

Ohio vehicle owners must carry liability insurance to cover injuries and property damage they cause to other drivers in a car accident. Another way of stating this is that if you get into an accident, and the other driver is at fault, you have to rely on their insurance coverage to compensate you. But what … Continue reading “Why Carrying Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage is Important”

Ohio’s Judicial Release Law: Update

Jun 26, 2020 - Criminal Law

Judicial release, a form of early release from prison, is now being granted to Ohio inmates due to COVID-19. Inmates who face health risks related to the pandemic and meet other criteria may qualify. Graham Law’s criminal defense lawyers can help an inmate serving time for a misdemeanor or felony file a petition for judicial … Continue reading “Ohio’s Judicial Release Law: Update”

Holding The Police Liable for Violating Your Civil Liberties

Jun 9, 2020 - Civil Litigation

What happens when police officers violate the civil liberties of citizens while enforcing the law? This question is front and center following the recent death of a Minneapolis man while in police custody. Can you sue the police? The short answer is yes. A federal statute known as Section 1983 of the Civil Rights Act … Continue reading “Holding The Police Liable for Violating Your Civil Liberties”

Ohio Ranks Fifth in Nation for Nursing Home Deficiencies

May 26, 2020 - Personal Injury

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought renewed focus to nursing home deficiencies, and nursing home residents have been particularly hard hit by the coronavirus, both in Ohio and nationwide. Around one-third of all U.S. coronavirus deaths are linked to long-term care facilities. A staggering 70 percent of Ohio’s known COVID-19 deaths have occurred among patients at … Continue reading “Ohio Ranks Fifth in Nation for Nursing Home Deficiencies”

Business Interruption Insurance Lawsuits Rise with COVID-19 Pandemic

May 8, 2020 - Civil Litigation

Business interruption insurance is intended to replace lost income and other costs when the insured’s business can’t operate. Yet, in the midst of the new coronavirus pandemic, thousands of small business owners, who were forced to close their operations by government order or who have a substantial loss in business income, are being told by … Continue reading “Business Interruption Insurance Lawsuits Rise with COVID-19 Pandemic”

Ohio Workers’ Compensation Allowing Some COVID-19 Claims

Apr 22, 2020 - Workers Compensation

Ohio State Workers’ Compensation law currently covers 22 occupational diseases. The scheduled occupational diseases range from anthrax and lead poisoning to conditions related to industrial processes involving the use of radioactive substances in luminous paint. Now, two bills have been introduced that would make COVID-19 an occupational disease under state workers’ comp law, under certain … Continue reading “Ohio Workers’ Compensation Allowing Some COVID-19 Claims”

Estate Planning is Fundamental to Your Peace-of-Mind

Apr 13, 2020 - Estate Law

Time and experience have shown that having a Last Will and Testament (a Will) and Directives (Health Care Power of Attorney and Financial Power of Attorney) are some of the most fundamental acts of kindness you can show toward your loved ones. These Ohio estate planning documents help your family know your wishes and avoid … Continue reading “Estate Planning is Fundamental to Your Peace-of-Mind”

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