You’re driving carefully, following all the rules of the road. Suddenly, one of your tires blows out, causing you to lose control of your vehicle. You hit another car, which causes injuries to you and the other driver. Who’s at fault? Many personal injury cases are based on a theory of negligence: someone failed to...
Few new parents ever expect their child to suffer a birth injury. Unfortunately, they are more common than you think: according to Johns Hopkins, brachial plexus injuries occur at a rate of one to two births per 1,000 live births. Depending on when the brachial plexus injury is caught and diagnosed, some children regain most...
Sadly, a recent Butler County motorcycle crash killed one woman in her 60s and seriously injured her husband. The motorcycle went off the side of the road on State Route 126 in Ross Township. The single vehicle crash reportedly happened when the driver lost control of the bike. This is an unfortunate reminder that motorcycle...
When you’re in a car accident, you’re generally required by Ohio state law to report the accident to local authorities. If the police create a report, it can provide valuable information about your legal claim. When you are injured in a car accident, it’s important to work with an experienced personal injury attorney. The Law...
Hips are load-bearing joints which affect nearly every movement. When you experience hip pain after a car accident, it’s important to seek medical attention right away. Auto collisions can cause the hip joints to fill with fluid, making it difficult to walk or perform daily functions without pain. Fractures, bursitis, torn ligaments and tendons and...
When we talk about making roads safer, it usually refers to changes like fixing potholes, reconfiguring dangerous intersections and adjusting speed limits. Technology has expanded what we can do. Today, state and local governments hope that road-based sensors could prevent truck accidents, red light and even jaywalker or pedestrian accidents. These sensors can collect data...
When we hear about bicycle vs. car accidents, many people assume the car is at fault. Bicycles can rarely match vehicle speeds. They’re also lighter and offer less protection than a vehicle, so cyclists are more likely to suffer major injuries. However, not all vehicle vs. bike accidents are the driver’s fault. Bicyclists can also...
Sending our elderly relatives to a nursing home is a tough decision—but when you find out that they’re not being cared for properly, it’s especially difficult. You and your loved ones should be able to trust that your Ohio nursing home will treat their residents right. These common myths about elder abuse can shed some...
Taking your bike out on a hot Ohio day can be a joy—but when you’re in a wreck, you’re more likely to sustain major injuries. Who’s responsible when a larger vehicle hits your motorcycle? The best way to find out whether you have a strong personal injury case is to call the Law Offices of...
Sometimes plaintiffs are afraid of filing a personal injury case, because they have a criminal record. While some criminal offenses could be relevant to your civil claim, they will not bar you from filing suit to recover damages. Talking to the Law Offices of Tim Misny is the easiest way to find out whether your...