For over 100 years, Graham Law’s personal injury attorneys have set out to help individuals injured in a range of circumstances. These include car accidents, slips and falls, dog bites, medical malpractice, and more. We believe an injured person’s first obligation is to get well. As your personal injury firm, we want to do our part in helping you recover by dealing with the other obligations that accompany your injury.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the particulars of your case, contact us to schedule a consultation with our personal injury attorneys today.
Understanding Ohio’s Statute of Limitations
The Ohio Statute of Limitations has a significant impact on your ability to pursue legal action. Ohio Revised Code §2305.10 (A) states that you must file a claim within two years after the injury occurs.
To avoid losing your right to compensation, it is important to file a claim as soon as possible after an accident. This may give you and your legal representatives enough time to build a strong case. Contact us for a free consultation with our Zanesville personal injury attorneys. While our primary office is located in Zanesville, Ohio, we also have a secondary office located in Cambridge, Ohio where you can request a free consultation with a Cambridge personal injury attorney. In fact, we can serve clients across the state of Ohio.
Understanding Negligence: What It Means for Your Claim
Negligence is a failure to use the care that a reasonably careful person would use under the same circumstances. The law demands that people be held accountable for their actions. If a person’s negligence caused you harm, you may be able to file a personal injury claim against them.
The court examines four elements to determine negligence:
- Whether the defendant owed the plaintiff a legal duty
- Whether the defendant breached that duty
- The nature of the plaintiff’s injuries
- Proof that the defendant’s breach of duty caused the injury.
Graham Law’s Zanesville personal injury attorneys may be able to help you prove an opposing party’s negligence and pursue legal action. We also have an office in Cambridge where our Cambridge personal injury attorneys are also available to help.
Understanding Comparative Negligence in Ohio
Comparative negligence in Ohio means there is a percentage of fault assigned to each party involved in an accident. This percentage may inform the amount of compensation awarded. For example, if you sustained an injury in a car accident but were speeding, you may share some blame for what happened. If a judge determines that your actions were 25% responsible for the incident, 25% may be deducted from the total compensation.
However, if your level of responsibility exceeds 50%, then you may not be able to recover any compensation at all. When identifying which party should assume liability after an Ohio car accident occurs, a personal injury attorney can play an important role for the courts and insurance companies when reaching conclusions about the fault of the drivers involved. For a more in-depth look, read our blog on comparative negligence in Ohio personal injury claims.
Receiving Fair Compensation from Your Insurance Provider
A personal injury attorney may be able to protect you against common errors in the insurance claims process, such as settling too soon for little money or making improper admissions of fault. For more information, check out our blog on Ohio personal injury law: insurance settlement or lawsuit.
Our team of personal injury attorneys are dedicated to helping you navigate your injury claim with insurance companies. In the event of a lawsuit, a personal injury attorney will also help you prepare for court appearances and jury trial.
Contact Our Personal Injury Attorneys for a Free Initial Consultation
Personal injury law can be a complicated area. At Graham Law, we prioritize making your claim as smooth as possible. If you or a family member are injured, allow our team of personal injury attorneys to assist you in preparing your claim. Contact us today to schedule a free initial consultation.
