What Is a Serious Personal Injury Case Really Worth?
One of the first questions people understandably ask after a serious injury is: What is my case worth? There is no reliable formula. A serious personal injury claim is not simply the total of the medical bills multiplied by some arbitrary number. Two people can suffer similar injuries and have very different claims because an…
Does a Product Have to Be Recalled Before I Can Sue?
No. A product does not necessarily have to be recalled before someone injured by it can pursue a product liability claim. This is an important distinction because consumers sometimes assume that if the government or manufacturer has not announced a recall, the product must be safe. That isn’t necessarily true. Recalls and Product Liability Cases…
Can I File a Civil Lawsuit for Assault Even If No Criminal Charges Were Filed?
Yes, potentially. One of the most common misconceptions about civil claims arising from assault or abuse is that the perpetrator must first be arrested, charged, or convicted. A criminal conviction is not necessarily required before an injured person can pursue a civil claim. The criminal and civil justice systems are separate. They have different purposes,…
Fatal Workplace Accidents in Ohio: Wrongful Death Claims Beyond Workers’ Comp
A fatal workplace accident leaves a family grieving while also facing sudden financial uncertainty. Paychecks stop, household responsibilities shift, and questions about medical bills, funeral costs, and long-term support can arise almost immediately. Ohio workers’ compensation may provide benefits after a work-related death. In some cases, however, it is not the family’s only possible source…
Defective Product Lawsuits in Kentucky: How KRS 411.300 Differs from Ohio Law
A defective product can cause injuries far beyond the frustration of replacing something that does not work. Dangerous machinery, vehicle components, household goods, medical devices, and other products can lead to serious injuries, lost income, and lasting changes to a person’s daily life. Both Kentucky and Ohio allow people injured by defective products to pursue…
What Damages Are Recoverable in Ohio Wrongful Death Laws?
Losing a family member changes daily life in ways that aren’t always easy to measure. Along with the emotional loss, a family may be left without income, household help, childcare, guidance, and support. When another person’s or company’s conduct caused the death, Ohio law allows the family to pursue a wrongful death claim. Determining what…
Design vs. Manufacturing Defect vs. Failure to Warn: Defective Products in Ohio
A product breaks, catches fire, or behaves in a way you never expected. You know something went wrong, but you may not know why. Was the product dangerous from the beginning? Did something go wrong while it was being made? Or did the manufacturer fail to warn you about a risk? In Ohio, those questions…