What Is An Independent Medical Examination? Cleveland Personal Injury Law Firm Explains the Basics
October 24, 2015Under Ohio negligence law, a plaintiff must establish that he suffered injury as the result of the negligent acts of another. Assuming the plaintiff can successfully prove each element of his claim, the measure of compensation awarded will be based on the extent and severity of the injuries that the plaintiff actually suffered.
Read MoreHospital Falls Lead to Injuries, Increased Nursing Home Placement among Elderly
October 24, 2015Each year, slips, trips, and falls cause thousands of cases of injury and death. While fall injuries can affect people of any age, perhaps no population is more at risk of serious fall injuries than our senior citizens. One particular source of injuries—nursing home falls—leads to countless deaths, bone fractures, and other serious injuries among […]
Read MoreOctober and November Are Historically Dangerous Months for Both Motorists and Pedestrians
October 10, 2015In 2014, the months of October and November saw the highest totals of Ohio traffic accident-related injuries and deaths, with totals of 9,706 and 9,142 respectively. While snowy months typically see higher total crashes, those accidents frequently occur at lower speeds because drivers may be operating their vehicles with extra caution due to road conditions. […]
Read MoreHow Will a Personal Injury Lawyer Evaluate My Case?
September 12, 2015On this blog, we frequently discuss what will happen after an individual has retained a personal injury lawyer. These topics are important, but it is also helpful for individuals to understand—at least on a very basic level—the types of things that a personal injury lawyer may consider when determining whether any action should be taken […]
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