Airline ground and tarmac workers are being injured at an alarming pace. While there has always been an element of danger inherent in working around airplanes and heavy equipment, the post-Covid period has seen a dramatic increase … [Read more...] about Injuries to Airline Tarmac Workers: Know Your Rights
Birth Injuries in Ohio: What You Need to Know
Welcoming a new child can be one of the happiest moments of a person's life. But unfortunately, things don’t always go smoothly and babies are sometimes injured during childbirth. While some of these injuries are unavoidable, … [Read more...] about Birth Injuries in Ohio: What You Need to Know
Does Ohio Have a Hard Hat Law?
There has been plenty of discussion about PPE (personal protective equipment) since the beginning of COVID, but people often forget that PPE is more than just gloves and masks. For people who work in situations where things may be … [Read more...] about Does Ohio Have a Hard Hat Law?
The Five Most Dangerous Jobs in Ohio Ranked
All jobs have different advantages and disadvantages, but some are just plain more dangerous than others. The people who do these jobs have an increased risk of injury or death on the job. According to the Bureau of Labor … [Read more...] about The Five Most Dangerous Jobs in Ohio Ranked
New Ohio Supreme Court Decision: Survivorship Rights of Unmarried Partners
On May 17, 2023, the Ohio Supreme Court handed down its opinion on State ex rel. McDonald v. Indus Comm., 2023-Ohio-1620. This decision establishes an interesting precedent about the survivorship rights of unmarried … [Read more...] about New Ohio Supreme Court Decision: Survivorship Rights of Unmarried Partners
East Palestine Train Derailment Lawsuits: Know Your Rights
The personal injury attorneys at Plevin & Gallucci are dedicated to helping those affected by the disastrous East Palestine train derailment. Contact our firm today for a free consultation of your legal options if you've been … [Read more...] about East Palestine Train Derailment Lawsuits: Know Your Rights
Decks and Porches: Is There Danger in Your Back Yard?
Activities like drinking your morning coffee on the front porch or gathering for a barbecue on a friend’s deck probably don’t register at all on your risk-meter. It’s certainly true that porches and decks don’t present a huge … [Read more...] about Decks and Porches: Is There Danger in Your Back Yard?
Are Porsches Safe to Drive?
Earlier this fall, Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett flipped his 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S. The car rolled multiple times, but Garrett and his passenger–who were reportedly both wearing seatbelts–escaped serious injury. … [Read more...] about Are Porsches Safe to Drive?
How Common are Elevator Injuries in Ohio? Can I Sue?
You’ve probably never wondered how many elevators there are in the state of Ohio, but the answer is “more than 34,000.” That’s a lot of equipment to maintain, especially when you consider that just 65 inspectors at the Ohio … [Read more...] about How Common are Elevator Injuries in Ohio? Can I Sue?
iPhone 14 Crash Detection: What You Need to Know
The iPhone 14 hit the market in September with a brand new feature: crash detection. The new crash detection feature is also available on the Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch SE (second generation) and Apple Watch Ultra. To use … [Read more...] about iPhone 14 Crash Detection: What You Need to Know
What is the Average Personal Injury Verdict in Ohio?
At first glance, it seems like there’s a quick, simple answer to this question. A company called Jury Verdict Research recently reported that the average personal injury award in Ohio is just over $300,000. Unfortunately, that … [Read more...] about What is the Average Personal Injury Verdict in Ohio?
Halloween and Pedestrian Fatalities: What You Need to Know
On Halloween, there’s a lot more foot traffic than on the typical evening–especially an evening in late autumn. Many of those pedestrians are young children and adolescents, which complicates the driving situation further … [Read more...] about Halloween and Pedestrian Fatalities: What You Need to Know
Hammocks are More Dangerous Than You Think: Here’s Why
When installing a hammock, people are usually looking forward to relaxing with a book. They don’t think of the possibility for accidents, let alone serious injury or death. Yet, according to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety … [Read more...] about Hammocks are More Dangerous Than You Think: Here’s Why
How Turnout Gear May Be Hurting Ohio Firefighters
In the past few years, we’ve all gotten an education in personal protective equipment (PPE) and how important it can be in keeping people in certain professions healthy–and even alive. There may be no profession more reliant on … [Read more...] about How Turnout Gear May Be Hurting Ohio Firefighters
New Ohio Law Puts Firework Safety in the Spotlight
If you noticed a bit more flash and bang in your neighborhood this 4th of July, there’s a good reason for it: On July 1, a new law took effect allowing Ohio residents to shoot off consumer-grade fireworks on selected holidays. … [Read more...] about New Ohio Law Puts Firework Safety in the Spotlight
