Wrongful Death

When you have checked into a hotel for a relaxing stay, the last thing you expect is to hear the fire alarm. However, the reality is that there are thousands of hotel fires every year in the U.S., resulting in serious injuries and even fatalities.  What are some of...

Nursing homes are supposed to offer elderly or vulnerable residents a safe place to reside. For the most part, this is precisely the service they offer.  Unfortunately, not all nursing homes adhere to the legal duty of care owed to vulnerable residents. Numerous...

Most states have separate laws for how wrongful death claims are filed. Know the type of lawsuit you need to file and the damages you can recover. As an estate executor in Ohio, you have the option to file a survival claim or wrongful death claim. Types of claims If a...

Ohio state law places clear limits on who can file a wrongful death suit and when. It also explicitly defines what constitutes "wrongful death" from a legal standpoint. Here are definitions and limitations that surviving family members of the deceased should be aware...

Instances of medical malpractice could cause worse than severe injuries. Some medical malpractice incidents in Ohio, sadly, result in death. Surviving family members might feel extreme grief, and they may consider filing a wrongful death lawsuit. Others may wonder...

The death of a loved one is one of the most sorrowful experiences a person can go through. The experience will likely be even more devastating if a family member died because of the negligence or wrongful actions of someone else. If this tragedy occurred in Ohio, here...

A pesky and persistent bacteria called, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, is commonly found in hospitals. This water born bacteria is known for causing serious infections, some resulting in death. The truth is, hospital-borne infections, such as this one, can be deadly, but...

People suffering from chronic conditions may be excited to learn of a new product that offers relief. After hearing that the medical device has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, they may feel confident that the product is safe. However, each year...

A bus accident in North Texas lead to tragedy as three lives were lost in the crash. What appears to be even more troubling is how the evidence is revealing the cause of the accident. According to an initial report by the Texas Department of Public Safety, no...

High profile lawsuits are handled very carefully. This is especially true when celebrities are involved. This is why it is no surprise that the potential jury pool in the wrongful death lawsuit involving pop singer Michael Jackson's estate and concert promoter AEG...