In the mid-to-late nineties when I was a student at the University of Cincinnati College of Law, I played our school’s rugby team, also known as the “Exchequer Ruckers.” For those of you who are unfamiliar with graduate school and non-NCAA college rugby, essentially...
Ohio Legal Issues Blog
Steps to Take If You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect in Ohio
You placed your trust in the nursing home to care for your loved one. You expected safe, competent care. Too often that trust is misplaced. A loved one is neglected, and the family has no idea what to do next or how to hold anyone accountable. If something feels...
Can I lose my professional license for an OVI in Ohio?
In Ohio, an Operating a Vehicle While Impaired (OVI) case can affect more than just a driver’s license. Licensed professionals, including nurses, physicians, teachers, and others, often worry whether a single mistake could jeopardize their professional careers. For...
Can doctors be held liable when AI makes a mistake?
Artificial intelligence changes modern medicine, yet even advanced software systems make bad mistakes. When a computer misreads a scan or suggests a wrong treatment, patients suffer serious harm. This technical shift leaves many Ohio residents wondering who faces the...
Supreme Court’s Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II Decision Makes America’s Highways Safer
On May 14, 2026, the United States Supreme Court issued one of the most significant trucking safety decisions in years. In Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC, the Court unanimously ruled that freight brokers cannot use federal law as a shield against lawsuits...
What if you are hit by an autonomous commercial vehicle?
Driverless commercial vehicles, and the safety risks they bring with them, are here. According to the Wall Street Journal, there are at least nine autonomous-truck companies operating in the United States currently, including major players like PepsiCo. While Pepsi's...
How Ohio’s Marijuana Laws Can Still Get Sober Drivers Arrested For OVI
The legalization of marijuana in Ohio has created a space in the law where it is possible to get yourself into trouble not having seemingly done anything wrong at all. Ohio Revised Code section 4511.19 criminalizing operating a motor vehicle while under the influence...
Should you seek medical care after a minor car crash in Kentucky?
You might feel fine after a fender bender and decide to skip a visit to the emergency room. If you are uninjured, walking away without seeing a doctor might seem like the logical choice – but is this really the best decision? When it comes to car accidents in...
Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima’s Free Backpack Giveaway for Local Students Is Back for 2026!
Exciting news for our wonderful Warren County community! is thrilled to announce that we are again giving away free backpacks to help our local elementary school students kick off the 2026-2027 school year with style and readiness. This is...
Federal Trucking Liability Limits and Midwest Risk
The Midwest—especially states like Ohio—is the logistical heart of the United States. With major freight corridors intersecting dense population centers, the region sees some of the highest concentrations of trucking activity in the country. That reality brings a...

