PROUDLY REPRESENTING VICTIMS OF BIRTH INJURY, MEDICAL MISTAKES, AND CATASTROPHIC ACCIDENTS IN COLUMBUS AND THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES FOR 40+ YEARS
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...Continue reading
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...Continue reading
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...Continue reading
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...Continue reading
Every year, 30 to 50 million cars are recalled. If you’ve purchased a used vehicle or missed a manufacturer’s recall notice, you could be putting yourself in serious danger every time you start the engine. It’s extremely important to be aware of potential recalls, and respond appropriately. If you’re injured in a collision as a...Continue reading
When you file a personal injury case, the statute of limitations has a critical effect on your case: if you wait too long, you won’t be able to file your case at all. That means that you won’t be able to recover damages, you won’t be able to hold the negligent parties responsible and you...Continue reading
Pedestrians must be aware and alert whenever they’re walking down the street. Vehicle vs. pedestrian accidents can cause serious injury or death. Even small cars driving at relatively low speeds can hurt or kill pedestrians. Larger vehicles—SUVs, minivans, buses, pickup trucks and semi trucks—cause even more damage. Large vehicles present certain driving challenges. Inexperienced drivers...Continue reading
Slip and fall accidents can cause serious injury even for healthy young people. When they occur in nursing homes, they cause significantly more harm. Falls are one of the biggest threats to nursing home residents: patients are more likely to be on medications which cause dizziness, have issues with balance or trouble with weakness. Vision...Continue reading
Buying a new car is usually an exciting time for drivers—but when your vehicle immediately starts malfunctioning, you might just have a “lemon.” “Lemon laws” refer to laws regarding cars with recurring problems, which the dealership cannot remedy. Ohio’s lemon laws state that dealerships must comply with lemon laws if there is “…any defect or...Continue reading
Living with chronic pain is a uniquely difficult challenge. You might not “look” sick or in pain, but your health issues can cause you to miss work and other daily activities. Your mental health can suffer. Your doctor may not even diagnose the chronic pain, in favor of focusing on easier-to-solve issues. The CDC estimates...Continue reading
