Getting into an accident is stressful enough without having to navigate the complex world of legal proceedings alone. The personal injury attorneys at the Cincinnati, Ohio law firm of Rittgers, Rittgers, & Nakajima have represented countless accident victims, with...
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What is Paraquat?
Paraquat is a highly toxic herbicide primarily used to control weeds and grasses in agricultural and non-agricultural settings. It was first produced for commercial use in 1961 and remains one of the most commonly used herbicides worldwide. It is commonly used in...
How Do I Know If I Need a Personal Injury Attorney?
Navigating the aftermath of a personal injury can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with life-changing injuries, mounting medical expenses, and an overall sense of vulnerability. Understanding whether you need a personal injury attorney or if your situation...
What is the statute of limitations in a personal injury case in Ohio?
If you suffer an injury due to the negligence of another person, you may have a personal injury claim. You have the right to bring your case to court, but you have to be aware of the statute of limitations. The Ohio Revised Code imposes a two-year time limit to bring...
Supreme Court Upholds Right of Medicaid Beneficiaries to Sue Nursing Facilities
Last week, the Supreme Court held that Medicaid beneficiaries can sue nursing facilities for violations of the Federal Nursing Home Reform Act of 1987 (FNHRA). In Health & Hospital Corp. of Marion County v. Talevski, a seven-justice majority ruled that individuals...
Help, my insurance company is taking forever to pay my claim!
You diligently pay your insurance premiums on time every month. You know not to be late because the last thing you want is for your insurance company to deny coverage because you missed just one payment. But despite your timeliness, why does it feel like your...
Tenacious Representation; A story about our firm helping a client fight an insurance company
Tenacity. It is often what separates the "great" (or Super) lawyers from the merely "good" ones. Does your lawyer accept the first offer presented by the insurance company? Does your lawyer pursue all available insurance policies? Does your lawyer pursue "bad faith"...
2022 PERSONAL INJURY RESULTS
As this year ends, we are proud to share some of the work we accomplished in 2022 for families who came to us for help during a time of need following preventable tragedy. Survivors of Sexual Abuse Konrad Kircher and Ryan McGraw settled claims on behalf of survivors...
Biden Signs New Law Eliminating Limits To Justice For Child Sex Abuse Victims
Last week, President Biden signed into law S. 3103, entitled "Eliminating Limits to Justice for Child Sex Abuse Victims Act of 2022." The new law abolishes the statute of limitations (deadline in which lawsuits must be filed) for certain federal civil causes of action...
Receiving Compensation From the Camp Lejeune Justice Act – Ohio and Kentucky law firm accepting clients
On August 8th, 2022 the Camp Lejeune Justice Act was signed into law. The bill was the subject of months of extensive debate and negotiation in Congress before finally passing. Since its passage, it’s become one of the most widely discussed mass tort cases in recent...