SUVs and the dangers to pedestrians
Pedestrians face risks in many situations. Anyone crossing a street in Ohio must watch for motor vehicles that don't obey traffic laws. Sometimes, the vehicle's design adds to the dangers, as is when SUVs make turns. SUV drivers should be more mindful of pedestrians...
Wrongful death cases involving children and older adults
Some groups of individuals in Ohio experience greater levels of suffering and death because of the negligence or actions of others. Children, older adults and vulnerable adults often become the victims and leave behind grieving family members. While no amount of money...
Spinal cord injuries caused by car accidents in Ohio
Motor vehicle accidents are among the leading causes of spinal cord injuries in Ohio. If you or someone you love has suffered a spinal cord injury in a car crash, it is important to understand your rights and options to pursue a successful claim for compensation....
Avoiding deadly accidents in the fall season
In Ohio, fall often seems like that time of the year when nothing much happens; however, the truth is that it's one of the busiest times on the roads. School is back in session, holidays are just around the corner, and everyone is trying to get where they need to go...
Camp Lejeune Water Contamination Lawsuit
Military personnel and their families deserve nothing less than safety and good health for their humble service of our country. The Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 has recently brought to light the presence of dangerous toxic chemicals in the Camp Lejeune and MCAS...
A closer look at civil vs. criminal nursing home negligence
As time goes on, children become adults, and their parents become senior citizens. While senior life can be great, it sometimes means having difficulties taking care of yourself. If you or your loved one is a victim of nursing home neglect in Ohio, you have options....
Nursing home negligence and liability insurance
It’s not an easy decision to put your parents or loved ones into a nursing home. You hope that they’re being taken care of by the nursing home staff, but that’s not the reality for many Ohio residents. Nursing home negligence is on the rise across the United States,...
N.C. governor signs “Weston’s Law” to improve elevator safety in rental homes
Akron attorney Paul Perantinides, representing family of boy killed in elevator, helps spearhead new legislation PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 8, 2022 AKRON, Ohio — Today North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper signed House Bill 619, titled “Weston’s Law,” to...
Portable bed rails are linked to the deaths of LTC residents
Most medical devices are tested and proven to be safe for use by elderly people living in long-term care homes. The exceptions are certain models of portable bed rails that are linked to several long-term care deaths. Serious injuries and deaths frequently lead to...