PROUDLY REPRESENTING VICTIMS OF BIRTH INJURY, MEDICAL MISTAKES, AND CATASTROPHIC ACCIDENTS IN COLUMBUS AND THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES FOR 40+ YEARS
Wearing a seatbelt is so important that it’s codified in law, but not every driver follows the rules 100 percent of the time. If you’re unlucky enough to get into an accident while not wearing a seatbelt, it could seriously injure or kill you—and it might affect your personal injury claim, too. When you’re involved...Continue reading
Every year, hundreds of bus accidents occur across America. Although that’s a relatively low number overall, bus accidents can be deadly. Buses not only carry more passengers, but their heavy weight can make them particularly dangerous to other vehicles and pedestrians. If you’re in a bus accident, one of the first things your attorney will...Continue reading
Harvest season is here. Given Ohio’s agricultural industry, there’s a good chance that you or someone you know works on a farm. If so, make sure that they take care: a recent article reports that farm-related fatalities have been steadily increasing. “he data shows the most prevalent cause of death on Ohio farms to be...Continue reading
If you have children, you’d probably do just about anything to keep them safe. It’s why you carefully research all those important baby items, from safe cribs and bedding to pack-and-plays and car seats. When manufacturers create a defective product, however, children can get injured. We don’t have to tell you how devastating that can...Continue reading
When you’re injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, you should be able to file a claim against the negligent party’s insurance company. They’re usually responsible for your medical bills, lost wages, mental health bills, pain and suffering and related damages. What most people don’t realize is that insurance companies have a vested interest...Continue reading
Columbus is a busy city with a lot of traffic—and some of the worst drivers in the entire nation. If you spend your time on Columbus’ roadways, watch out. An insurance study recently ranked cities according to DUIs, accidents, speeding tickets and traffic citations. It turns out that Columbus ranked fourth on the worst driving...Continue reading
You’re riding your bike down the road and enjoying the sunshine. Suddenly, someone opens their door without looking. You crash into it, possibly flying through the air before you hit the pavement. That’s a “dooring” accident, and it can cause serious injury or even death. Ohio Dooring Accident Statute Ohio Revised Code Section 4511.70(c) covers...Continue reading
Throughout the pandemic, more people have been turning to outdoor activities for recreation; especially during nice weather. The risk of COVID-19 transmission is much lower, it’s easy to socially distance, and it’s a great reason to get out of the house after being stuck inside for so long. However, Ohio boating fatalities doubled in 2020....Continue reading
The sun is out and the mercury is rising, which means motorcycle riding season is officially here. Both motorcycle riders and other drivers should take extra care during this time of year. Every year, there are thousands of motorcycle crashes and hundreds of fatalities, just in Ohio alone. Instead of ending up a statistic, read...Continue reading
Car accidents are stressful, scary, and can cause lasting damage. It’s all too easy to do or say the wrong thing—especially if you’re in shock. Don’t cheat yourself out of the compensation you deserve. Read this list of mistakes and commit them to memory. If you’re ever injured in an accident, you’ll be glad you...Continue reading
