Posted in Medical Malpractice on January 15, 2014

A Hamilton County jury has awarded $1.04 million to Crystal Pierce, the patient of Dr. Atiq Durrani in the well-publicized medical malpractice trial of the Cincinnati spine surgeon. Hundreds of Durrani’s patients have also filed similar malpractice claims. The jury awarded the plaintiff $500,000 for pain and suffering, $40,000 for lost wages, and $500,000...

Posted in Accident & Injury on January 7, 2014

Sometimes people get hurt when working out. In many cases, gym injuries are the result of improper technique, not stretching, over exertion, or just a simple accident. However, in certain cases, a serious injury can arise due to the negligence of others. Premises Liability Gym, health club, fitness center, no matter what you call...

Posted in Accident & Injury on October 30, 2013

Last week was National School Bus Safety week. The idea began in 1964 and has grown to a national event. Schools and other organizations across the country mark the occasion by distributing safety materials and urging motorists to drive carefully. Unfortunately, not everyone headed the warnings. On Wednesday, a vehicle ignored school bus warning...

Posted in Accident & Injury on October 11, 2013

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M49TEZEqBbU&feature=share&list=UU-L5izB-eqGewHuHeOIa6jA As a driver, you must be fully aware at all times in order to avoid accidents and stay out of harm’s way. Distracted driving can cause an accident anywhere -- whether you are cruising on the highway or just driving around town. Drivers can be distracted in a myriad of ways, such as...

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 30, 2013

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2y-_ZKzLivY&width=600&height=350 We all take steps to be safe. Unfortunately, you can be injured anywhere. Harm can come to you while you drive down the road, walk down the sidewalk and even in your own home. Some cases are clear-cut as to who caused your injury; but if you’re hurt in your own house, can...

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 27, 2013

People participate in many physical activities, usually with an understanding of the associated risks and dangers. The activity could be mild, like riding in a go-kart or extreme, like bungee jumping or skydiving. It seems like everywhere you go, you’re being asked to sign a waiver to exclude someone from being sued. An injury waiver,...

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 18, 2013

http://youtu.be/C1FXw92y8DY   Personal injury lawsuits are usually based on negligence. In a negligence claim, the plaintiff alleges that the defendant failed to use ordinary care. In order to prove negligence, you attorney must prove four basic elements: 1)      The existence of a duty owed to one person by another 2)      The failure of a...

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 13, 2013

An Ohio woman died Wednesday in a horrific tractor-trailer accident in Circleville, Ohio. The truck driver is facing charges for allegedly tampering with evidence. According to the Columbus Dispatch, Amy Schneider of South Bloomfield was killed in the accident and the truck driver was listed as 41-year old Tracy Ferrell of Michigan. Ferrell was...

Posted in Accident & Injury on September 12, 2013

“Heartbroken” park president wants to be first in line when the deadly ride reopens this weekend. The family of the woman who plummeted to her death while riding a roller coaster filed a lawsuit  on Tuesday against Six Flags.  Just hours after the lawsuit was filed, Six Flags officials announced the ride would reopen...

Posted in Accident & Injury on August 28, 2013

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qlJVmwXh1qg&feature=share&list=UU-L5izB-eqGewHuHeOIa6jA   Nothing is more tragic than a child dying from an accident. Children are supposed to outlive their parents and when a child dies unexpectedly it can be devastating. Such is the case for one of our clients, parents of a 16 year-old boy who was found at the bottom of a school...