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
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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
Ohio Workers’ Compensation for Firefighters With Cancer: Securing Benefits for Job-Related Claims
The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) is now considering many firefighter cancer cases as presumptive to their employment conditions, making them eligible for workers' compensation. The Ohio law recognizing … [Read more...] about Ohio Workers’ Compensation for Firefighters With Cancer: Securing Benefits for Job-Related Claims
Work Stress Increases Odds of Getting in an Accident in Ohio
There's no doubt that being stuck in traffic or having to suffer through a daily commute can be frustrating for just about everyone, but new research shows that work stress can carry over when you're behind the wheel, making you … [Read more...] about Work Stress Increases Odds of Getting in an Accident in Ohio
Proving Fault in an Ohio Personal Injury Case
During 2015, Americans visited an emergency room 31 million times because of unintentional injuries, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These accidents can occur in a number of different ways, including … [Read more...] about Proving Fault in an Ohio Personal Injury Case
How Do Crash Test Dummies Keep Us Safe?
Despite the fact that plenty of tools, including crash tests and safety features inside vehicles, have improved over the past several decades, car accidents continue to be a leading cause of deaths for people in the United … [Read more...] about How Do Crash Test Dummies Keep Us Safe?
Ohio Product Liability Law: How Long Do I Have to File a Claim?
Each year, a significant number of people in Ohio are injured by defective products. In some cases, these injuries can leave victims with ongoing medical problems that could affect them for the rest of their lives, often resulting … [Read more...] about Ohio Product Liability Law: How Long Do I Have to File a Claim?
Prius Owners: Beware of Faulty Brakes
When we're driving around Ohio in our cars, we expect them to be safe. But what happens when a dangerous recall is issued on our vehicle and we aren't on the list yet to have it fixed? Should we keep driving a product we paid for? … [Read more...] about Prius Owners: Beware of Faulty Brakes
