Personal Injury
Timing Is Everything: Understanding Ohio’s Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases
You’ve probably heard of the “statute of limitations,” or SOL, but may not know exactly what it is, how it works, or why it matters for your case. Failing to file a lawsuit within the statute of limitations means you will be unable to collect compensation for your injuries, no matter how severe they are …
Big Rigs, Big Data: How Trucking Telematics Affects a Crash
You’ve probably heard about driverless big rigs that use technology like radar, sensors, and artificial intelligence (AI). By the end of 2025, these futuristic “robotrucks” are expected to hit public highways in several southern states, traveling at speeds of up to 75 mph. While the idea of sharing the road with autonomous trucks is unsettling …
Can I File a Motorcycle Accident Injury Claim If I Wasn’t Wearing a Helmet?
Motorcycles are much smaller and less well protected than other motor vehicles and almost always come out the worst in a crash between the two. A helmet can mean the difference between life and death, but Ohio does not require all riders to wear helmets. Those who choose to ride helmetless may wonder how this …
Caution Ahead: Record Ohio Road Construction Planned For 2025
Brake lights. Orange traffic cones and barrels. A neon-vested worker holds up a stop sign. Jackhammers vibrate in the distance. Heavy equipment rumbles and clangs just feet from your vehicle. A message flashes on an electronic board, telling you to expect delays. Traffic hits a standstill. You shift into park and wait for the go-ahead …
One Firm, Two Solutions: Personal Injury and Disability Claims
A personal injury settlement can provide much needed compensation, but it may not mean the end of your financial concerns, especially if your injuries prevent you from working long-term. It’s a mistake to wait until your personal injury case is settled before considering an application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income …
Who Can Bring an Ohio Wrongful Death Claim?
Losing a loved one under any circumstances is one of the most tragic occurrences a family can experience. When that loss results from someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, Ohio law offers a path to justice through a type of personal injury lawsuit known as a wrongful death claim. But who exactly can step up to …
ATV and Side-by-Side Injury Law and OHV Inherent Dangers
Late last year, Polaris issued yet another recall of its popular RZR off-road vehicles due to an issue with the battery that can cause a fire hazard. Since 2010, Polaris and other off-road vehicle manufacturers have issued hundreds of recalls for issues ranging from defective welds and parking brakes to faulty throttles and electrical systems …
What Are the Different Standards for Ohio Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities?
The challenges of caring for an elderly family member can sometimes lead to the difficult decision to place them in institutional care, such as a nursing home or assisted living facility. However, this can create a new set of concerns about the quality of care being provided and the legal options that families have when …