This is the time of year that we at The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm, LLC recommend that you review your automobile insurance coverage to ensure that you have enough coverage meet your needs. Also, it is important for you when purchasing your automobile insurance to make sure that you have purchased the optional uninsured and underinsured insurance coverage. The Ohio…
It is not uncommon for Ohio residents to feel apprehensive when they need to have surgery. They may worry about their reaction to administered medications or possible errors that could occur during the procedure. If a patient is pregnant, she may also worry about how her unborn child may be affected by any medical action that may be taken. If…
When parents are expecting a child, their primary concern is typically that their child is healthy. However, sometimes a child is born with a birth injury due to the negligence of a third party. A couple from a state neighboring Ohio has recently been awarded over $18 million after filing a birth injury suit. The boy was born in 2007.…
When an Ohio resident is no longer able to properly care for an elderly loved one, he or she may seek assistance from a nursing home or other long-term care facility. Individuals who work in such facilities should be trained in various ways to help elderly residents with their needs. Regrettably, there are situations in which a loved one may…
For most people, bowling alleys are associated with a time of fun and camaraderie with friends. Unfortunately, one bowling alley in Ohio was recently the scene of a fatal work-related accident. The 53-year-old victim has been described by co-workers as being an admirable person. The accident happened in November. Reports indicate that the man was responding to a repair request.…
Putting a life in the hands of another person can be a nerve-wracking experience for many individuals. However, this type of situation occurs often when parties go to the hospital for surgery or other medical procedures. Though many patients recover from their procedures without hindrance, some patients may be the victims of medical errors that lead to complications or even…
Being put at risk of suffering a potential injury while on the job can be a serious situation for Ohio workers. Employers should follow through with measures to ensure that equipment is functioning properly and that protocols are being followed that reduce the risk of an accident as much as possible. If these steps are not taken, a work-related accident…
Bringing a life into the world can be a situation that many Ohio residents may dream about. As a result, they likely want the best care for their child before, during and after delivery. Regrettably, mistakes can be made by doctors and other medical staff during delivery that could lead to a serious birth injury for the baby. It is…
Constructions zones are areas in which drivers need to be particularly mindful of what is going on around them. These areas could have posted instructions including detours or reduced speeds that drivers need to heed. If a driver does not adjust to the changes in the traffic, a serious collision could take place that may lead to parties filing personal…