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All-Terrain Vehicle Injuries
An alarming number of people get injured or killed each year while driving or riding on all-terrain vehicles, off-road vehicles, and side-by-side vehicles. These vehicles are fun and can help people get outside, but when safety concerns are ignored the results can be tragic. Off-road vehicles are inherently less stable, are prone to roll or …
Mass Shooting Liability and Compensation
The topic of mass shootings is an uncomfortable one. Yet, unfortunately, with mass shootings on the rise, we offer the following educational information about mass shooting liability as a public service to our readers. Nothing in this blog post should be considered legal advice. Reading this information does not create an attorney-client privilege. Each case is …
Latest Research Shows Hidden Dangers of Concussions
When you think of concussions, you might think of football, boxing, hockey, and other contact sports. But motor vehicle crashes, including car accidents, truck accidents, and motorcycle accidents, as well as bicycle accidents, are a leading cause of concussions. Motor vehicle accident concussions don’t garner the same headlines as sports concussions. Yet they’re every bit …
The High Costs of Dog Bites to Children
Every thirty-six seconds, somebody in the United States is bitten by a dog. More than half of dog bite victims are children. Dog bites are a greater health risk to children than common diseases, such as mumps and measles, and occur more frequently than injuries from bicycles, playgrounds, skateboards, and ATVs. One out of four …
Ohio Pain and Suffering Damages in Personal Injury Lawsuits
They say you can’t put a price on peace of mind. But you can put a price on physical and mental pain and suffering if you are injured in an accident. However, Ohio pain and suffering damages, also known as “non-economic” damages, can be more difficult to prove than economic damages such as medical bills …
Ohio Workers’ Compensation Light-Duty Work Requirements
When a worker is injured on the job in Ohio and files for workers’ compensation benefits, they undergo a medical evaluation to determine the extent of their injuries. If the doctor determines that the employee’s physical restrictions prevent them from returning to their job, but the employer can offer a light-duty job that meets the …
Ohio Winter Driving Laws and Car Accident Liability
Nothing can complicate driving more than winter weather. Snow and ice reduce traction and increase stopping distances, and during an active storm, visibility is significantly impaired. Wintry conditions have a measurable effect on accident rates. Common sense tips, such as slowing down and increasing following distance, go a long way towards preventing crashes. However, there …
How Ohio’s New “Stand Your Ground” Law Affects Your Self-Defense Rights
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed a “stand your ground” bill into law on January 4, 2021. The law expands legal protections for Ohioans forced to defend themselves or their families. Under previous law, people were justified in hurting or killing someone in self-defense only after they first attempted to run away, unless they were using …