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Who Can Be Held Responsible After a Motorcycle Crash?
After a motorcycle crash you will likely be facing costly medical bills, time missed from work, and a very painful recovery. Sometimes the fault of the crash is obvious and you can move forward with a claim for compensation, but the cause of a motorcycle crash isn’t always clear cut. Sometimes there may be multiple […]
Three Things to Look for When Selecting a Lawyer for a Commercial Truck Accident Case
If you’ve been injured in an accident with a semi-truck, it’s important to know that it will not be handled like an accident involving two passenger vehicles. Commercial fleets have rapid response teams at the ready to investigate the scene almost immediately. Once they arrive, their job is to secure evidence favorable to the semi-truck […]
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim?
When a loved one dies, navigating the aftermath can be extremely difficult and emotional. When it occurs due to someone else’s negligent behavior, it can be even harder to bear. In these cases, family members need to consider whether to pursue wrongful death damages. An experienced wrongful death attorney will be your best ally to […]
What if You Decide Not to Hire a Lawyer After a Motorcycle Accident?
Riding a motorcycle comes with a higher risk of accidents compared to driving or riding in a vehicle. Because of their size, motorcycles sometimes appear to be farther away than they are and because of this, motorcycle accidents are not uncommon. Even minor accidents can lead to horrendous injuries for motorcyclists. Unlike cars and trucks, […]
Understanding the Wrongful Death Litigation Process
Wrongful death is a devastating, unfortunate tragedy, and the litigation process is often very overwhelming for the grieving family members left behind. Emotionally dealing with the loss of a loved one under these circumstances is difficult, and sorting through the complexities of a wrongful death case on top of that is stressful. You’re grieving. You’re […]
When is it Too Late to Hire a Lawyer for a Car Accident in Ohio?
Nobody ever expects to be involved in a serious car accident, but they happen every day. If it happens to you, you may think you can settle things yourself with the insurance company. However, things can get overwhelming quickly. In many cases, victims of car accidents are dealing with questions of who is responsible, recovering […]
Options for Claiming Damages After a Motorcycle Accident
As the weather gets nicer and spring arrives in Ohio, more and more motorcycles will be on the roads. Motorcyclists understand that choosing to ride comes with a higher risk of being involved in an accident. Since motorcycles don’t provide much of anything in terms of body protection, most motorcycle accidents result in serious injuries […]
Posting on Social Media After an Accident
Social media can be a great way to stay in touch with friends and family and even to network professionally. Today there are a wide variety of social media outlets available – Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram are just a few of the options. While social media can be a useful tool, it is important […]
The Most Important Thing You Can Do if a Semi-Truck Causes Your Accident
If you’ve been in an accident caused by a semi-truck driver, things can get complicated quickly. The semi driver’s insurance company likely employs a rapid response team that is deployed to the scene of the accident. Their job is to begin advocating for the semi driver while first responders are still on scene. They follow-up […]
How is Fault Determined in a Car Accident?
Being involved in a car accident can be frightening and stressful. No matter how clear-headed you intend to be in situations like this, sorting through the developing scene of an accident you did not see coming can be very overwhelming. Seeking medical attention is an obvious first step, and in the case of serious injuries, […]
Best Way to Explain Your Disabilities to Social Security
Here are some practical tips that will help you with best way to explain your disabilities to Social Security. Be Consistent: Provide the date you last worked. Know the exact date your disability began to prevent you from working. Have documentation of doctors names and dates when you went in for examination, testing, and surgeries. […]
Prepare for Your Social Security Disability Hearing
If you have a disability hearing coming up, you will want to prepare. Social Security Disability Claims File Before your hearing, review what records are in your Social Security Disability claims file. Social Security creates an electronic file and labels each record as an exhibit. Requesting a copy of your record will help you to […]