The USA Swimming Foundation says Ohio ranked # 4 for kids under the age of 16 drowning in pools and spas in 2019. Each of the top three states--Texas, California, and Florida--is a year-round warm weather state. There were 14 … [Read more...] about Ohio 4th Deadliest State for Child Pool and Spa Drownings
Identifying Dangerous Driving Behaviors: Making Ohio Roads Safer
A recent study released by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety (AAA) revealed that one simple choice could significantly improve traffic safety: just do what you already know is right. Dangerous Driving Behaviors The … [Read more...] about Identifying Dangerous Driving Behaviors: Making Ohio Roads Safer
What is a Catastrophic Injury Under Ohio Law?
Generally, the term “catastrophic” means “involving sudden great damage.” That’s a pretty good description of a catastrophic injury, but Ohio law is more specific. The type of injury generally described as “catastrophic” in an … [Read more...] about What is a Catastrophic Injury Under Ohio Law?
Opioid Crisis Resurges During the Pandemic
Late last year, attorneys for Cuyahoga and Summit counties--including our own Frank Gallucci--reached settlements with multiple companies in some of the earliest opioid litigation. The settlements totaled about $280 million in … [Read more...] about Opioid Crisis Resurges During the Pandemic
Amazon Ruling Limits Options in Some Product Liability Cases
Ohio product liability law provides an extra layer of protection for injured consumers. In many other types of injury cases, such as car crashes, the plaintiff must establish that the defendant was negligent. But, in the case of a … [Read more...] about Amazon Ruling Limits Options in Some Product Liability Cases
Covid-19’s Terrible Toll on Nurses
Treating infectious diseases always involves some degree of risk for healthcare workers. But the challenges doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals and staff have faced during the Covid-19 pandemic reach far beyond those … [Read more...] about Covid-19’s Terrible Toll on Nurses
Delivery Driver Injuries: Who is Responsible?
The recent Covid-19 epidemic has triggered an increased demand for food and grocery delivery. Though many restrictions on Ohio businesses have been lifted, many people remain hesitant to return to indoor dining and grocery … [Read more...] about Delivery Driver Injuries: Who is Responsible?
Ohio Bicycle Accidents: What you Need to Know
In most years, about 20 bicyclists are killed on Ohio roads, and fewer than 1,000 are killed nationwide. Those numbers are small compared with other types of traffic fatalities, including pedestrian deaths. Still, motor … [Read more...] about Ohio Bicycle Accidents: What you Need to Know
Pedestrian Accident Risk is on the Rise in Ohio
Though final data isn’t yet available, the Governors Highway Safety Administration (GHSA) is projecting that pedestrian fatalities around the country reached a 30-year high in 2019. GHSA estimates 6,590 pedestrian traffic deaths … [Read more...] about Pedestrian Accident Risk is on the Rise in Ohio
Injured by a Teen Driver? Here’s What you Need to Know
Most people have at least a general idea of how liability works in an Ohio car accident case. A negligent driver who injures you, damages your property, or is responsible for the death of a loved one is generally responsible for … [Read more...] about Injured by a Teen Driver? Here’s What you Need to Know
Marijuana-Related Car Accidents
The movement to legalize recreational use of marijuana in Ohio continues, and voters may be asked to weigh in on a Constitutional amendment in November. Two petitions have been submitted to the Ohio Attorney General’s office this … [Read more...] about Marijuana-Related Car Accidents
Plevin & Gallucci Offers Free Representation
2021 Update: Waived fees on Workers' Compensation have come to an end, but we're still here to help. If you need help with coronavirus-related workers' compensation claims, contact us today. No one has been more impacted by … [Read more...] about Plevin & Gallucci Offers Free Representation
Plevin & Gallucci to Waive Fees Throughout 2020 on Covid-19 Workers’ Compensation Cases for Healthcare Workers and First Responders
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Plevin & Gallucci to Waive Fees Throughout 2020 on Covid-19 Workers’ Compensation Cases for Healthcare Workers and First Responders CLEVELAND, OH, MARCH 30, 2020 – Plevin & Gallucci Company, L.P.A., … [Read more...] about Plevin & Gallucci to Waive Fees Throughout 2020 on Covid-19 Workers’ Compensation Cases for Healthcare Workers and First Responders
Don’t Leave Social Security Disability Money on the Table
As a firm that has handled over 1,000 claims, we know from professional experience that the Social Security disability application process is notoriously difficult. In this post, we will focus on tactics for making sure your … [Read more...] about Don’t Leave Social Security Disability Money on the Table
Ohio Hit-and-Run Accidents: What are My Rights?
The Waverly Elementary School 3rd grader who was injured by a hit-and-run driver in Cleveland in mid-February made news for several reasons. First, the victim was a young child on her way home from school. Second, the driver who … [Read more...] about Ohio Hit-and-Run Accidents: What are My Rights?
