Do you trust your doctor or hospital to “get it right” when you have a serious medical concern? Maybe you shouldn’t. Diagnostic errors aren’t the rare events most people believe they are — they are an unfortunate reality for far too many. According to information from...
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Understanding Dog Bite Liability and Homeowners’ Insurance
Pet ownership in the United States has increased by approximately 10% over the last thirty years. Dogs are the most popular pet in the U.S. While this has caused many people to think about or purchase the equivalent of health insurance for their pets, most people do...
What are the different degrees of domestic violence in Ohio?
When interpersonal disputes with family and household members get out of control, it isn’t uncommon for the police to get involved – and domestic violence charges to be filed. Ohio law classifies domestic violence offenses based on the severity of the alleged...
What is considered wrongful death in Ohio? Examples included
Wrongful death is a legal concept that arises when the negligence or intentional actions of another party cause an individual's death. It allows the deceased person's family or estate to seek compensation for their loss, including financial support, emotional...
Does Lyft pay for Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist Insurance in Ohio?
Am I covered by Lyft for Uninsured or Underinsured (UM/UIM) Motorist Insurance Coverage when I ride in a Lyft vehicle in Ohio? The answer is maybe. Currently, Ohio law does not require Lyft to purchase (UM/UIM) insurance for the Lyft driver or for their passengers....
What are punitive damages in personal injury lawsuits? Examples Included
When someone is injured due to another party’s negligence, they may file a personal injury lawsuit seeking compensation for their losses. The most common types of compensation—known as compensatory damages—cover medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and...
Does Senate Bill 56 Threaten to Restrict Access to Legalized Recreational Marijuana in Ohio?
Last week the Ohio Senate passed Senate Bill 56 that could significantly alter the state's recreational marijuana laws even though the measure legalizing recreational marijuana passed with the approval of 57% of voters. To better understand how the Senate’s bill would...
What qualifies as a felony in Ohio?
When you're charged with a crime, it's classified as either a misdemeanor offense or a felony. What does that mean? Compared to a felony, a misdemeanor is a (relatively) minor offense that can lead to jail time, fines, community service and other penalties. A felony,...
Can a Charge From When I was a Juvenile be used to Enhance a Charge as an Adult?
Certain crimes under Ohio law can be enhanced based on a prior conviction of a similar offense. Offenses like domestic violence, OVI, criminal damaging, menacing, public indecency, and violating a protection order are just some of charges that carry elevated...
How Does Comparative Fault Affect Your Case in Kentucky and Ohio?
Being based in southwest Ohio, our law firm frequently handles personal injury cases in both Ohio and Kentucky. Given the geographical proximity of these two states, it would be easy to assume that an injury case in one would be just like an injury case in the other....

