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Proposed Law Would Require Doctors Report Problems with Medical Devices

Posted on: July 22, 2016. Category: Personal Injury

Proposed Law Would Require Doctors Report Problems with Medical Devices

Every day, patients in Ohio put their lives in the hands of doctors and hospitals. Legislators now want to make things safer for these patients by making doctors alert the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to the potential risks of medical devices. Medical Device Guardians Act Lawmakers have proposed a bill, entitled “Medical Device …

How do you get spinal stenosis from a car accident?

Posted on: July 14, 2016. Category: Car Accidents

How do you get spinal stenosis from a car accident

Car crashes, even at low speeds, involve incredible force. This force often causes serious, debilitating injuries. A lower back injury called spinal stenosis is one of the most common that affects the spinal canal. Symptoms are often severe, and can cause disability. Medical care is necessary for relief of spinal stenosis from a car accident. …

Here is What to Do after a Bus Accident in Columbus

Posted on: July 12, 2016. Category: Bus Accidents

Here is What to Do after a Bus Accident in Columbus

Bus accidents are frightening, chaotic experiences, and they happen more often than you would think. Between 1999 and 2005, roughly 63,000 buses were involved in accidents each year, causing an estimated 14,000 injuries and 325 deaths, according the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute. Knowing what to do after a bus accident in Columbus will …

Safety on a Motorcycle Road Trip – 5 Tips to Remember

Posted on: July 7, 2016. Category: Motorcycle Accidents

Safety on a Motorcycle Road Trip - 5 Tips to Remember

Motorcycling is a fun, economical way to travel. There is nothing quite like the scenery, solitude, and freedom you experience while riding on the open roads of Ohio. If you plan on taking a long distance, multi-day trip, just make sure you are thoroughly prepared before hitting the road. You certainly do not want to …

What funeral expenses can I recover in a wrongful death claim?

Posted on: July 5, 2016. Category: Wrongful Death

What funeral expenses can I recover in a wrongful death claim

Losing a loved one is a tragic event. The loss can be even worse if it is the result of an unexpected accident. Dealing with the emotional pain can be devastating, which is why it is easy to overlook the financial burdens. Funerals can be very expensive, and you should not have to pay those …

Radiculopathy from a Car Accident:

Posted on: June 29, 2016. Category: Car Accidents

Radiculopathy from a Car Accident

Automobile accidents are a common cause personal injury here in Ohio. Many of these accidents result in serious medical conditions like radiculopathy. Also known as a “pinched nerve,” radiculopathy is when a nerve along the spinal cord is compressed. This causes pain and other symptoms that radiate from the source of injury to other parts …

Respondeat Superior in Ohio: Employer Liability for Employee Actions

Posted on: June 27, 2016. Category: Personal Injury

Respondeat Superior in Ohio: Employer Liability for Employee Actions

When you are injured by the negligence of an employee, you have two options. You can sue the employee for her actions, or you can sue the employer. The law allows you to hold an employer or company responsible for the actions of its employees under a legal principle called respondeat superior, which essentially means …

Columbus Wins $50 Million U.S. DOT Smart City Grant

Posted on: June 23, 2016. Category: Personal Injury

Columbus Wins $50 Million U.S. DOT Smart City Grant

In May 2016, the City of Columbus submitted a final application in a bid to become the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) first “Smart City.” Columbus was one of seven cities vying for the title. On June  21, DOT officials named Columbus the winning city. Columbus will receive a $50 million grant from the DOT …

Study Finds Hands-Free Talking While Driving is Just as Dangerous as Held-Held Conversations

Posted on: June 23, 2016. Category: Distracted Driving Accidents

Study Finds Hands-Free Talking While Driving is Just as Dangerous as Held-Held Conversations

Ohio state laws ban cell phone use for texting while driving, but surprisingly not for hand-held use when making a call. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), 14 states currently have bans on hand-held phone use, making only hands-free talking while driving legal. While legislators may think hands-free is the optimal solution …

NHTSA Focusing on Backseat Safety with Crash Test Dummies

Posted on: June 17, 2016. Category: Car Accidents

NHTSA Focusing on Backseat Safety with Crash Test Dummies

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has been testing the crashworthiness of vehicles for nearly four decades. In all these tests, the NHTSA places crash test dummies in front seats to assess how well the car handles a crash. While the information from these tests has led to significant innovations, it leaves one area …

Columbus Hoping to Win USDOT Smart City Challenge Grant

Posted on: June 13, 2016. Category: Personal Injury

Columbus Hoping to Win USDOT Smart City Challenge Grant

Columbus is one of just seven cities in the United States in the running for a $40 million grant to improve transportation. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) calls this initiative the “Smart City Challenge.” Now, each finalist city must submit a proposal regarding its plans to utilize the grant to improve transportation technology and …

Calculating a Loved One’s Lost Earnings in a Wrongful Death Claim in Ohio

Posted on: June 3, 2016. Category: Wrongful Death

Calculating a Loved One’s Lost Earnings in a Wrongful Death Claim in Ohio

Losing a loved one is not an easy burden to bear. In addition to the mental and emotional anguish that you are likely suffering from, you may also have questions about what comes next for your life, including how you will support yourself and your children. When the sudden death of a loved one is …

Risks of Dangerous Intersections in Columbus

Posted on: May 31, 2016. Category: Back Injury

Risks of Dangerous Intersections in Columbus

While driving through intersections is a normal part of your daily commute, certain intersections have more risks than others. Knowing these risks as well as the precautions you should take when traveling through dangerous intersections in Columbus can help keep you and other drivers safe. What makes an intersection dangerous? Determining what makes an intersection …

Beware the 100 Deadliest Days of Driving

Posted on: May 30, 2016. Category: Car Accidents

Beware the 100 Deadliest Days of Driving

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States, reports the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In particular, the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is the 100 deadliest days for drivers from 15 to 20 years of age, according to AAA. Teenage drivers are just as …

Google Gets ‘Flypaper’ Patent for Self-Driving Cars to Protect Pedestrians

Posted on: May 26, 2016. Category: Car Accidents

Google Gets ‘Flypaper’ Patent for Self-Driving Cars to Protect Pedestrians

It is not a joke; Google’s latest tactic to prevent injury after pedestrian accidents with its self-driving cars is to use a flypaper-like substance. Google received approval of its patent late in May. A spokeswoman for Google reminded the press not everything Google patents will become reality. Google’s tech only becomes a reality after rigorous …

Friday, May 20 is National Bike to Work Day 2016

Posted on: May 19, 2016. Category: Motorcycle Accidents

Friday, May 20 is National Bike to Work Day 2016

Can you think of one daily activity you could change to help the environment, reduce traffic, and improve your health? If you answered ‘bike to work’, you would be correct! The League of American Bicyclists (The League) is promoting this healthy form of transportation with National Bike To Work Day on Friday, May 20, 2016. …

Rules for Punitive Damages in Ohio Negligence Cases

Posted on: May 18, 2016. Category: Personal Injury

Rules for Punitive Damages in Ohio Negligence Cases

At the conclusion of a lawsuit, after awarding compensatory damages, a judge or jury has the option of awarding punitive damages in Ohio. Punitive damages are different from other types of damages because a jury awards them to punish the defendant for intentional acts against the plaintiff, rather than to compensate the plaintiff for injury.  …

Rotator Cuff Injuries from a Car Accident

Posted on: May 11, 2016. Category: Car Accidents

Rotator Cuff Injuries from a Car Accident

Your rotator cuff, the muscles and tendons that cushion and protect your shoulder joint, can tear easily in a car accident, especially rear-end impacts as many drivers brace themselves for impact. Rotator cuff injuries from a car accident can have a negative effect on every aspect of your life and can cause considerable pain and …

Getting Compensation for Car Accident Knee Injuries

Posted on: May 9, 2016. Category: Car Accidents

Getting Compensation for Car Accident Knee Injuries

Even seemingly minor car accidents can cause serious car accident knee injuries that can affect every aspect of your life. For help filing a claim for compensation, call a car accident attorney from Bressman Law today: (614) 538-1116. Knee Sprains & Strains  Knee sprains and strains, which can be major or minor, occur when the …

Jury Rules Against Johnson & Johnson in Talcum Powder Ovarian Cancer Lawsuit

Posted on: May 3, 2016. Category: Personal Injury

Jury Rules Against Johnson & Johnson in Talcum Powder Ovarian Cancer Lawsuit

On May 3, 2016, a Missouri jury said the Johnson & Johnson Company must pay a $55 million settlement – $5 million in compensatory damages and $50 million in punitive damages – in a lawsuit filed by a woman who claims that the company’s talcum powder is to blame for her ovarian cancer. The suit …

Wrong-way Crashes on the Rise in Ohio

Posted on: May 3, 2016. Category: Wrong-Way Accidents

Wrong-way Crashes on the Rise in Ohio

Several local news outlets are reporting a growing problem on Ohio roads. According to data from the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), the number of wrong-way crashes is rising at an alarming rate. Officials are seeking answers to this problem in hopes of developing a solution to this deadly phenomenon. Wrong-way Crash Deaths Already Making …

Herniated Disc from a Car Accident

Posted on: April 29, 2016. Category: Car Accidents

Herniated Disc from a Car Accident

The human body is extremely complex, with many built-in protective systems. One of these systems is a collection of discs, located between each vertebra, that protects the spine. Traumatic impacts, such as an accident, can place immense pressure on the spine and cause the soft center of the disc to herniate and aggravate nearby nerves. …

What is the cost of a traumatic brain injury?

Posted on: April 26, 2016. Category: Traumatic Brain Injury

What is the cost of a traumatic brain injury

Everything we do stems from our brain, making it the most complex organ in the human body. Because the brain controls so much, victims of traumatic brain injuries often need to factor in how their injury will affect their entire life when considering the potential cost of a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Common Costs of …

Playground Safety Week 2016 – Recognize These Signs of Dangerous Playground Equipment

Posted on: April 25, 2016. Category: Premises Liability

Playground Safety Week 2016 - Recognize These Signs of Dangerous Playground Equipment

Each year from 2001 to 2008, over 200,000 children in the U.S. received emergency care for injuries sustained on playgrounds. The National Program for Playground Safety (NPPS) has designated April 25-29, 2016 as National Playground Safety Week. This week is an excellent time to teach your child how to recognize hazards on the playground and …

How do truck driver texting and driving rules affect your accident?

Posted on: April 15, 2016. Category: Truck Accidents

How do truck driver texting and driving rules affect your accident

According to a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) study published on Distraction.gov, truckers who text while driving a commercial vehicle are more than 23 times more likely to cause a crash or near-crash than those who refrain from texting while driving. For this reason, FMCSA created truck driver texting and driving rules which make …

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