The term “frivolous lawsuit” gets thrown around a lot, especially as it relates to personal injury claims. Many members of the public don’t realize the high bar that most personal injury claims must clear before they’re heard in court—that is, the plaintiff has to present evidence that wrongdoing occurred and they were harmed as a …
CAUTION: WET FLOOR. We’ve all seen that sign in grocery stores, bars, restaurants, retail stores and other places where spills happen. What happens if you slip, fall and injure yourself when there’s a sign posted? Can you still sue? Slip and fall cases can be quite serious. Plaintiffs have suffered broken bones, head injuries, spinal …
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Over the last 13 months, we’ve watched the world cope with a global pandemic that required lockdowns and quarantines. While the vaccine is here and things are starting to return to normal, it’s had an indelible impact on the practice of law. Some things, like remote proceedings, will likely continue into the future. Other factors …
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Spring is here, and summer is around the corner. With COVID-19 vaccinations ramping up, many Ohio residents are dreaming about summer fun. Is visiting a water park on your seasonal to-do list? Even when you follow the park’s safety protocols, accidents can still happen. If you’re injured at a water park, it’s important that you …
As personal injury victims, many plaintiffs don’t know what to expect from their Ohio lawsuit. How long will it take? When will you get paid? What will you need to do before everything is settled? When you hire an attorney, they’ll be able to give you specifics. Here is a general overview of what to …
If your courtroom exposure has been limited to Law & Order and other film dramas, the idea of hiring an expert witness could be confusing. Most witnesses either appear voluntarily or are subpoenaed. In contrast, expert witnesses are usually hired for their specific expertise. They may not have ever met the plaintiff or defendant before …
Plane crashes are rare, but they do happen—and sometimes there are survivors. Even if you survive a plane crash, you’re likely to suffer catastrophic injuries and emotional distress, and rack up copious medical bills while you recover. That’s why survivors often ask whether they can file a lawsuit to recover compensation. Depending on who is …
When you have suffered a serious injury in an accident or in another kind of incident, you might be wondering if you are eligible to file a personal injury lawsuit. It can be extremely difficult to know with certainty whether you are eligible to file a personal injury lawsuit without speaking with an experienced Ohio …
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