When a person is injured or becomes ill in the course of normal duties of employment, it can be frustrating for him or her to learn that it may not be possible to perform the same job after recovery. Ohio residents may want to raise their awareness about a program featured in a recent article that is aimed at helping…
Whether circumstances involve a private home in Ohio or a professional assisted living care arrangement, those who are responsible for the physical and medical care of the elderly should be aware of certain symptoms which might suggest that loved ones are not being properly cared for. Elder abuse and neglect is an ongoing problem in the United States. A recent…
Residents of an Ohio community recently stated that those growing up in their area are well aware of the dangers at a particular intersection of traffic. Natives of the area and long-time residents are said to typically proceed with caution when navigating the section of road because it is known to be a frequent site of motor vehicle accidents. A…
An Ohio State Highway Patrol sergeant was recently responding to a U.S. Route 30 crash when another accident occurred on the same road, moments later. Motor vehicle accidents that involve tractor-trailers and fuel tankers can have devastating results. The second collision in this case ended with a huge explosion and massive fire. The sergeant had responded to the first accident…
In Ohio and elsewhere, when an employee suffers injury or illness within the due course and scope of employment in the workplace, he or she is typically entitled to claim benefits that will pay for medical treatment and replace lost wages related to the incident. Depending upon the circumstances, a claim for benefits can be a somewhat basic and straightforward…
People in Ohio and throughout the nation were encouraged to participate in a recent event designated to support and raise awareness for those who suffer from a neurological disorder believed to be caused at the time of birth. National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day was celebrated on a recent Wednesday. Members of the public were asked to wear clothing green in…
Some elderly residents in Ohio, as elsewhere, might reach a point where they are no longer able to take adequate care of themselves and subsequently decide to enter residence in a nursing home. Unfortunately, some have claimed that nursing home negligence has brought injury, illness or, in worst case scenarios, even death to their loved ones who were living in…
There are various circumstances under which an individual may feel the need to file a legal claim against another party. Civil claims can often result when a person is seriously injured, killed or otherwise negatively affected by the actions of another individual or individuals. Instances in which a person may have been negatively affected due to medical malpractice can lead…
Being involved in an accident can often leave drivers and passengers stunned, frightened and sometimes even in pain. If a person is experiencing pain, it is likely that he or she has suffered an injury due to the crash. If the injury or injuries prove to be serious, those individuals may have reason to file a personal injury claim against…