Losing a loved one because of another person’s careless actions brings indescribable heartache. You feel almost frozen by your pain, struggling to do anything. However, seeking legal recourse may provide a path to healing and justice for your loved one. While taking...
Wrongful Death
Proving a wrongful death claim in Ohio
Thousands of people lose their lives in accidents every year. Many of these accidents are caused by the actions of another party. Some of the most common fatal accidents include: Motor vehicle accidents Workplace accidents Slip-and-falls Medical malpractice When...
Losing your loved one can hurt even more than physical pain
Most human beings look for a sense of belonging in the world, and we find that when someone unconditionally loves and cares for us. When we lose that person, our whole world can fall apart. The unexpected loss of a loved one can cause tremendous pain. But you don't...
What are the factors of a valid wrongful death claim?
A family member's death can be devastating. Aside from the emotional distress and grief, you might need to face challenges based on the death's circumstances. Surviving family members could have no choice but to bear expensive medical costs and other bills. You could...
What actions can lead to wrongful death?
If your loved one dies due to another party's negligence or misconduct, you may have grounds for a wrongful death claim. It's similar to personal injury cases in many ways - the difference is with a wrongful death claim, not only did the negligent action cause...
Were you injured by a defective power tool?
Since purchasing your own place you’ve really been getting into home improvements. You’ve read books and watched videos on how to do jobs around the house. You’re excited because the new power tool that you ordered to help has now arrived. Unfortunately, the first...
An attractive nuisance could cause a wrongful death
An attractive nuisance is something that is going to draw a person’s attention. It’s been said that it has a “wow factor,” especially when it comes to teens and children. It’s something that they find interesting and that they may be curious about. There are a lot of...
Is drunk driving more common at night?
Drunk driving technically happens at all times of the day. There are people who have too many drinks at lunch and get pulled over. There are others who get pulled over early in the morning simply because they were drinking the night before. But it is fairly clear that...
Getting compensation after a wrongful death
While no money can be sufficient to replace a lost life, you deserve compensation if a loved one died from another person's negligence. How, though, do you ever place a figure on your losses? A lot goes into calculating the amount of settlement that will be enough...
Setting the value of lost income for a wrongful death claim
Filing a wrongful death claim is an emotionally difficult process for many people. It forces a grieving family to confront their recent loss, as they must file before the two years pass due to the statute of limitations. Even more difficult than the decision to pursue...