Drunk driving accidents represent a significant portion of vehicle crashes in Ohio. For example, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) reported that 27.4 percent of all vehicle crash fatalities in Ohio were caused by drunk driving in 2014. More than half (58 percent)...
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Warren County Ohio Cold Case and Ohio’s Statute of Limitations in Criminal Cases
Less than three weeks ago, a Warren County grand jury indicted Sam Perone on one count of murder stemming from a death that occurred 23 years ago. The victim, Richard Woods, was killed on October 8, 1992. His body was found over one month later in a wooded ravine...
Sparks’ Case Shows Importance of ‘Innocent Until Proven Guilty’
The Cincinnati Enquirer recently published a closer look at the circumstances surrounding the death of Mason resident Susan Sparks. You can read the details in the lengthy article, which discusses Susan's long battle with mental illness, her relationships with family...
Another Turn In Traffic Camera Litigation For New Miami
The lawfulness of New Miami traffic cameras is back in question after a recent decision by a Butler County Judge.New Miami installed speed cameras in 2012, generating nearly 45,000 citations and $1.8 million in fines during just 15 months. Not surprisingly, many...
Sparks Not Indicted For Murder; Jury Finds No Intent To Kill
A Warren County grand jury declined to indict Timothy Sparks after the death of his spouse in March, 2015. Represented by Charles H. Rittgers, the grand jury did not find the requisite intent for Sparks to kill his wife, an important element of murder. Sparks, 58,...
Infographic: The Impact Of Motorcycle Accidents
Take a look at our infographic with soe quick-hitting motorcycle accident statistics. If you want to know more about choosing an attorney to handle your motorcycle injury case, read our FREE White Paper: The Attorney You Choose Impacts the Settlement or Verdict of...
Ohio Drug Sweep Nets 409 Arrests, $1.3 Million Seized
More than 400 people find themselves facing serious criminal charges after a statewide drug sweep spanning the last several weeks. Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine recently told the media that the arrests resulted in 920 criminal charges. In addition to the seizure...
Whirlpool’s Role In Cancer-Causing Pollution Remains Uncertain
Whirlpool Corp. recently settled a lawsuit with land owners outside Clyde, Ohio. The land owners filed suit because of alleged contamination on their properties. Specifically, they alleged that Whirlpool dumped cancer-causing waste at its site, contaminating soil in...
Man charged with OVI after multi-car accident in Ohio
Situations in which a driver has been accused of operating a vehicle while impaired can potentially lead to parties wanting more information about their circumstances. Charges for OVI can vary depending on how the suspicion came about, and, therefore, it may be wise...
Injury Liability Issues At Amusement Parks And Fairs
One dozen people were recently injured in a Kentucky amusement park after a children's ride toppled over. At least one personal injury lawsuit has been filed. The complaint specifically references how employees at Beech Bend Amusement Park in Bowling Green behaved...

