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
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Ohio Cracks Down on Distracted Driving with New Law
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, a nationwide effort to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and eliminate preventable deaths or injuries on our roadways. Distracted driving is any activity that … [Read more...] about Ohio Cracks Down on Distracted Driving with New Law
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
Protective Equipment Puts Ohio Firefighters at Risk
Firefighters willingly put their lives on the line to protect their communities from fire, hazardous materials, and other dangerous situations. But most never expect that one of the greatest risks they face would come from the … [Read more...] about Protective Equipment Puts Ohio Firefighters at Risk
2022 Car Accident Statistics: Fatalities Leveling Off
Full 2022 crash data isn't yet available, but it appears that traffic fatalities are headed (ever so slightly) in the right direction. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), traffic fatalities … [Read more...] about 2022 Car Accident Statistics: Fatalities Leveling Off
Ohio Water Park Injuries: Liability, Legal Rights, and More
It’s not unusual to be a little nervous when you’re standing at the top of a long water slide or getting ready to jump off a platform holding tight to a rope. But few of us expect serious injuries from these water park … [Read more...] about Ohio Water Park Injuries: Liability, Legal Rights, and More