Class Action Product Liability Lawsuits: What You Should Know
July 7, 2018When manufacturers or suppliers create products that cause the same types of injuries to numerous people, attorneys representing the injured plaintiffs may have reason to pursue a class action claim. Class action lawsuits against product makers and sellers can be an effective tool for protecting innocent consumers against greedy, negligent, or fraudulent businesses. But making […]
Read MoreWhat to Do If You are Unable to Work After a Workplace Accident
July 7, 2018Any type of personal injury can leave you unable to work either temporarily or permanently. If you’ve been injured in a workplace accident during the course of your employment, you may be entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits include compensation for lost wages incurred because of your injury, condition, or illness. If you […]
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Using Medical Records to Support Your Social Security Disability Claim
June 26, 2018Supplying insufficient medical records is a major cause of denied Social Security disability claims. Even people with listed conditions who should qualify for disability with little or no resistance are routinely denied benefits because of issues with records and documentation. Whether you are considering applying for Social Security disability or you were denied for records-related […]
Read MoreAre Lost Wages Covered by Ohio Workers’ Compensation?
June 26, 2018When Ohio workers suffer on-the-job injuries, the threat of medical expenses and lost wages can leave families wondering how they will make ends meet. Understanding what benefits may be available and how to collect them can be difficult, especially when dealing with an injury or illness. If you or a loved one suffered a work-related […]
Read MoreConsumer Protection: Product Liability Law in Action
June 16, 2018Consumer protection is essential to preventing personal injuries and wrongful deaths. Government agencies like the Consumer Product Safety Commission do fantastic work overseeing businesses and taking action when unsafe products enter the marketplace. But, despite their efforts, consumers continue to suffer. The CPSC has existed for almost fifty years, and yet dangerous products, contaminated food, […]
Read MoreWork-Related Injuries and Your Right to Compensation
June 15, 2018Ohio law provides protections for individuals who suffer work-related injuries. If you or your loved one were injured on the job, workers’ compensation benefits may be available to assist you financially in both the near- and long-term, depending on your situation. But benefits are not a guarantee. Claims may be denied, disputed, or undervalued, causing […]
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