Life can change instantly and sometimes, survival hinges on a lucky break. For Luz De Leon, a routine drive turned into a harrowing experience when a dump truck flipped onto her vehicle. While she walked away with minor injuries, the incident could have easily turned...
The law creates liability for many of those who negligently or intentionally cause harm to other people. Ohio state statutes allow individuals to file lawsuits in cases where an individual or business causes dramatic property damage or serious injuries. Personal...
Opioids and painkillers can provide relief for severe pain, but they also carry significant risks. Prescription errors involving these powerful medications can lead to serious health problems. Ohio faces a serious drug overdose problem, ranking among U.S. states with...
Medical errors can be scary, considering they may lead to harm and sometimes fatalities. A wide variety of incidents could arise from incorrect prescriptions, surgical mistakes, and inadequate health care practices. Still, many of these issues could be preventable,...
Losing a loved one is more devastating when that loss results from someone else's negligence. Wrongful death cases can leave families to deal with a complex mix of emotions, ranging from grief and anger to confusion and despair. It helps to understand the emotional...
As family members, entrusting the care of our loved ones to a nursing home is a significant and often emotional decision. We strive to find a place where they will be safe, comfortable and well-cared for. However, amidst the many compassionate caregivers and reputable...
When you seek medical treatment, you expect health care professionals to provide a certain level of care. It may be fair to expect the highest level of care in the hands of these experts. But what happens when that care falls short? Depending on its effect on you, you...
When someone dies unexpectedly in Ohio, the people who love them suffer. It can take years to come to terms with an unexpected loss. People often struggle with intense feelings of guilt and grief when the way they lose their loved one is unexpected and worse,...
There is one essential thing you need to remember when you have a medical condition that may require treatment – you own your body. Before anyone can do anything to your body, you need to give your consent. This may also apply to doctors you consult about your health,...
There’s a common belief that medical malpractice or negligence only takes place during surgeries or within operating rooms. But the reality is, these unfortunate incidents can occur in various scenarios. Despite the health care provider's role or setting, there's...