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Repetitive Stress Injuries and Workers’ Compensation
When you think of a workplace injury, the first thing that comes to mind may be an accident, such as a fall, slip, or trip. But in fact, workers are more likely to be injured due to repetitive tasks over a long period than they are a sudden trauma. Repetitive stress injuries affect millions of …
Paraquat Lawsuits: Parkinson’s Patients Could Qualify For Legal Action
A popular weedkiller linked to Parkinson’s disease is the subject of thousands of lawsuits across the country. Paraquat is so toxic that one sip can kill, and the EPA tightly regulates its use. However, a growing body of evidence suggests that paraquat can also damage cells in the brain and might lead to Parkinson’s disease. …
SSI Benefits For Minors – And What Happens When They Turn 18
Disabled children up to age 18 may qualify for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits from Social Security if they meet certain disability and financial requirements. Once they turn 18, children receiving SSI are subject to a redetermination of disability according to adult standards. Because Social Security defines “disabled” differently for children and adults, the redetermination …
Why Hiring The Right Lawyer Is So Important
If you’re considering hiring a lawyer, it means that you’re facing a legal problem you don’t think you can handle yourself. While plenty of issues don’t require hiring a lawyer, going into a complex, high-stakes dispute without competent counsel can be a huge mistake. Hiring the wrong lawyer can be just as disastrous as not …
Ohio Armed Teacher Law Permits School Staff to Carry a Firearm
Governor Mike DeWine has signed legislation that could allow teachers and other school employees to carry guns after receiving 24 hours of training. Under the new law, the decision to arm school personnel will be made by local school boards, which will have the ability to create gun training plans that have to meet certain …
Justice for Camp Lejeune Veterans: Were You Exposed to Toxic Water?
If you or a family member were stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina from August 1953 to December 1987 and have been diagnosed with health problems related to contaminated water there, you may be able to file a lawsuit and recover damages under new legislation, the Honoring our PACT Act, which contains provisions previously …
Ohio’s New Permitless Carry Law: What To Know
On June 13, 2022, the new Ohio “permitless” carry law goes into effect. On that date, every Ohioan age 21 and over who is legally allowed to possess a handgun may carry a concealed handgun without a permit. Here’s what state residents should know about permitless or “constitutional” carry and its impact on their firearm …
Ohio’s New LLC Act: What Companies Need to Know
Ohio’s new LLC Act took effect on February 11, 2022. It makes several important changes that impact existing Ohio LLCs and those looking to form an Ohio LLC. It is now in force and applies to all limited liability companies that do business in Ohio. Failure to comply with the new law’s provisions could result …