In many states, the court assumes an equal property division but generally not with a personal injury settlement. It is often assumed that if you were injured and received a settlement from the insurance company, you will be entitled to all the proceeds in divorce to compensate you for your unique loss of body function as well as pain and suffering. But it is not a hard and fast rule. Here are seven reasons why… read more →
It is never an easy to decision to place aging loved ones in a nursing home or assisted living facility. Statistics show that over 3.2 million older Americans are currently living in assisted living facilities and nursing homes. Most of these facilities work hard to uphold a high standard of care. However, some do not and residents can suffer serious injury or an untimely death as a result. Below are five things you must know… read more →
When clients wonder if their spinal complications fit the legal definition of malpractice there are two basic categories to consider. Spine and spinal cord malpractice lawsuits tend to involve either a mistake made during surgery or the failure to accurately diagnose the sources of the back pain & its related symptoms. The following are some of the most common examples our clients have brought to our attention. A spinal epidural abscess happens when there’s swelling… read more →
The family of Tyler Jarrell, the 18-year-old who died when a ride at the Ohio State Fair malfunctioned last month, is filing a wrongful death claim. On the opening night of the Ohio State Fair on Thursday, July 27, a rotating and swinging ride known as “The Fireball” with six arm-like appendages fell apart and appeared to scrape the ground at times. A seat that held four riders went off into the air, and two… read more →
When the holidays come around, most people like to watch or set off their own fireworks. Fireworks can bring people together and be festive for all seasons. In 2016 there were 11,000 reported injuries and 4 deaths. It’s reported that 7,600 of those occurred between June 18th and July 18th. Injuries from fireworks could be the result of the misuse of fireworks, duds, even using illegal explosives. The amount of fireworks consumption has grown exponentially,… read more →
