CLEVELAND – Plevin & Gallucci Company, L.P.A., one of the largest plaintiff law firms in Ohio, is serving as local counsel in a lawsuit filed today by Cuyahoga County, Ohio against manufacturers, distributors, and four … [Read more...] about Cuyahoga County Files Suit Against Opioid Manufacturers and Distributors; Plevin & Gallucci to Serve as Local Counsel
How Safe are Ohio Nursing Home Residents from Natural Disasters?
We were all shocked when elderly residents died in the heat as Hurricane Irma knocked out a transformer in the air-conditioning system of a Florida nursing home. Management at The Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills said it … [Read more...] about How Safe are Ohio Nursing Home Residents from Natural Disasters?
Ohio Trucking Accidents: What You Need to Know
We’ve all been there. We’re driving down the Ohio Turnpike and up ahead is a tragic accident. We slow down only to pass a scene between a semi-truck and a motor vehicle that perhaps could have been prevented. We thank our lucky … [Read more...] about Ohio Trucking Accidents: What You Need to Know
Ohio Premises Liability Law: What Are My Rights?
A premises liability lawsuit is one involving an injury caused by some dangerous condition on another person’s property. According to a 2005 study by the U.S. Department of Justice, premises liability lawsuits are among the most … [Read more...] about Ohio Premises Liability Law: What Are My Rights?
Ohio Statute of Limitations on Workers’ Compensation Claims
When you become injured in the state of Ohio, you have options for seeking compensation to help you recover. When you’re injured on the job, you’re typically going to file a workers’ compensation claim. What is a Statute of … [Read more...] about Ohio Statute of Limitations on Workers’ Compensation Claims
How the Trump Administration is Already Undermining Ohio Nursing Home Residents’ Rights
Earlier this month, we wrote that President Trump is supporting a bill currently before the U.S. Senate that would restrict the rights of nursing home residents and their loved ones when filing suit against a nursing home. Today, … [Read more...] about How the Trump Administration is Already Undermining Ohio Nursing Home Residents’ Rights
President Trump’s Politics and What It Means for Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuits
In late June 2017, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1215, the Protecting Access to Care Act of 2017 (or PACA), a federal tort-reform bill that would override contrary state laws. President Trump has expressed a … [Read more...] about President Trump’s Politics and What It Means for Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuits
Sports Injuries in Ohio: Do I Have a Personal Injury Claim?
Sports injuries in Ohio are common. In 2013, to address the growing incidence of traumatic brain injury among young athletes, Ohio enacted its Return to Play law, which requires coaches to pull players out of a game or practice if … [Read more...] about Sports Injuries in Ohio: Do I Have a Personal Injury Claim?
Ohio Motorcycle Accidents: What You Need to Know
You see the news stories every summer: A Lima man killed in a crash after overturning his motorcycle in the middle of the workday. A rider in Youngstown thrown from his bike after losing control, and another … [Read more...] about Ohio Motorcycle Accidents: What You Need to Know
Medical Malpractice in Ohio: Statute of Limitations & Burden of Proof
Who Has the Burden of Proof in Medical Malpractice Cases? In an Ohio medical malpractice lawsuit, the injured party (plaintiff) has to prove medical negligence has occurred. This is the same evidentiary standard used in other … [Read more...] about Medical Malpractice in Ohio: Statute of Limitations & Burden of Proof
What Damages are Available in an Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?
More than 3,000 claims for medical professional liability were closed in the state of Ohio in 2014, the most recent year for which data is available. These claims alleged that a doctor, hospital, or other medical professional or … [Read more...] about What Damages are Available in an Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawsuit?
A Guide to Ohio Wrongful Death Claims: What You Need to Know
When a close family member dies suddenly, under certain circumstances, legal action can be brought. This type of action is known as “wrongful death” and is regulated by state laws. Wrongful death laws can vary significantly from … [Read more...] about A Guide to Ohio Wrongful Death Claims: What You Need to Know
Ohio Workers’ Compensation Claims Statistics
In recent years, the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) and Industrial Commission (IC) have been touting a reduction in the number of workers’ compensation claims in the state. Indeed, the statistics included in BWC’s … [Read more...] about Ohio Workers’ Compensation Claims Statistics
Adult Protective Services: How to Get Help in Ohio
Like domestic abuse, elder abuse often goes unreported. Victims of nursing home abuse and their families typically have no idea where they should turn or to whom they should complain. Sometimes, they are simply embarrassed or are … [Read more...] about Adult Protective Services: How to Get Help in Ohio
Ohio Nursing Home Abuse Statistics: What to Know
Ohio has the seventh-largest older adult population in the nation. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and negligence reports are on the rise throughout the United States, including in Ohio. Statistics show that Ohio’s nursing … [Read more...] about Ohio Nursing Home Abuse Statistics: What to Know
