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Can Hours-of-Service Violations Prove Your Mansfield Truck Case?

02-04-26 | Truck Accidents

When Exhausted Truckers Cause Life-Changing Crashes You’re driving home on Route 30 when a semi-truck drifts into your lane, causing a devastating collision. In the aftermath, dealing with serious injuries and mounting medical bills, you discover the truck driver had been driving for 14 straight hours. This scenario plays out far too often in Ohio. […]

When Do You Need a Columbus Truck Accident Lawyer?

02-02-26 | Truck Accidents

The Critical Hours After a Truck Crash Can Define Your Future If you’ve been hit by a commercial truck, you’re facing more than just vehicle damage and injuries—you’re up against trucking companies, insurance giants, and complex federal regulations that could determine whether you receive fair compensation. Truck accidents differ fundamentally from regular car crashes, involving […]

Are Columbus Truck Drivers Required to Carry $750,000 in Coverage?

01-28-26 | Truck Accidents

Commercial Trucking Insurance Requirements: What Ohio Victims Need to Know When a semi-truck crashes into your vehicle on I-71 or Route 23, the damage can be catastrophic. Federal law sets specific minimum insurance levels for commercial motor carriers, and yes, many trucks operating in Columbus must carry at least $750,000 in liability coverage. However, the […]

How to Obtain Free Columbus Crash Reports Through Ohio’s ODPS System

01-27-26 | Car Accidents

Your Right to Access Crash Reports After a Columbus Auto Accident Obtaining your official crash report after a Columbus car accident is critical for protecting your rights and securing fair compensation. The Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) maintains a comprehensive database of all motor vehicle accidents reported across the state. Understanding how to access […]

Is Your Columbus Truck Crash Worth More Than $15,000?

01-22-26 | Truck Accidents

Your Truck Accident Could Be Worth Far More Than You Think If you’ve been hit by a commercial truck, you’re probably wondering whether your claim is worth pursuing beyond basic insurance coverage. The reality is that truck accidents often result in damages far exceeding $15,000 due to the severe injuries and extensive property damage these […]

Can Visitors Use Mansfield’s Dial-A-Ride for 21 Days Legally?

01-21-26 | Legal Matters

Your Legal Rights to Paratransit Services as a Visitor If you’re visiting Richland County and rely on paratransit services back home, you may wonder whether you can legally access Dial-A-Ride during your stay. Many visitors with disabilities face uncertainty about their transportation rights when traveling, especially for extended visits requiring reliable accessible transportation. Federal law […]

How to Access Your Columbus Auto Accident Report Through ODPS Online

01-13-26 | Car Accidents

You’ve Been in an Accident – Now You Need Your Report After a car accident, securing your official accident report becomes a critical first task. Whether for insurance claims, legal proceedings, or personal records, understanding how to obtain your Columbus police accident report through the Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) can save time and […]

Can You Still Sue If You’re 40% at Fault in Your Mansfield Auto Crash?

01-12-26 | Car Accidents

Your Right to Compensation After Sharing Fault in an Auto Accident Being partially at fault for your auto accident doesn’t bar you from seeking compensation in Ohio. Many victims mistakenly believe that contributing to the crash—by changing lanes without signaling or exceeding the speed limit—forfeits all recovery rights. This misconception can cost thousands in medical […]

Ohio’s 1 Million EMS Runs: Columbus Medical Transport Legal Guide

01-08-26 | Medical Malpractice

When Medical Transport Goes Wrong: Your Legal Rights in Ohio’s Growing EMS Crisis Ohio’s emergency medical services handle over 1 million runs annually, yet what happens when the very system designed to save lives creates legal complications instead? Across the state, patients and their families face mounting challenges with EMS billing disputes, privacy violations, transport […]

Can ELD Harassment Violations Strengthen Your Columbus Truck Crash Case?

01-07-26 | Truck Accidents

When Truck Driver Pressure Leads to Devastating Crashes The eighteen-wheeler that just crashed into your vehicle wasn’t supposed to be on the road. Behind every catastrophic truck accident lies a story – often one of exhausted drivers pushed beyond legal limits by carriers who prioritize profits over safety. If you’ve been injured in a truck […]

What Happens When Uninsured Drivers Cause $400+ Damage in Mansfield?

01-01-26 | Car Accidents

When an Uninsured Driver Hits You: Understanding Your Rights Imagine pulling out of the Richland Mall parking lot when suddenly another driver runs a stop sign and crashes into your vehicle. As you exchange information, your heart sinks when they admit they don’t have insurance. Even seemingly minor fender benders can easily result in $400 […]

Can $250 Fines & 30 Days in Jail Strengthen Your Columbus Dog Bite Case?

12-30-25 | Dog Bites

When Criminal Penalties Become Your Strongest Evidence The sharp pain of a dog bite is only the beginning—what follows can be months of medical treatment, mounting bills, and emotional trauma. If you’ve been bitten by a dog in Franklin County and the owner faces criminal charges, those fines and potential jail sentences under state or […]

Richland County Ranks #2 for Deer Crashes: Mansfield Drivers Need Legal Help

12-25-25 | Uncategorized

When Bambi Becomes a Legal Nightmare: Understanding Your Rights with an Auto Accident Lawyer in Mansfield, OH According to a review of 147 fatal animal crashes during 2000-02 in nine states, 77% of the struck animals were deer, making these collisions one of the most dangerous wildlife encounters on American roads. If you’ve recently hit […]

3 Steps to File Your Mansfield Truck Lawsuit in Richland County

12-22-25 | Uncategorized

Your Roadmap to Justice After a Truck Accident The aftermath of a truck accident can leave you feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about your next steps. Between dealing with injuries, medical bills, and insurance companies, the thought of pursuing legal action might seem daunting. But here’s the truth: filing a truck accident lawsuit in Richland County […]

24 Hours to Report Your Columbus Dog Bite – Why This Deadline Matters

12-18-25 | Dog Bites

The Clock Is Ticking: Understanding Columbus’s Critical Dog Bite Reporting Window You’ve just been bitten by a dog in Columbus, and amid the pain and shock, there’s a critical deadline: you have exactly 24 hours to report the incident to Franklin County Field Services at 614-525-3400. Missing this window complicates documentation and potentially affects your […]

Columbus Medical Transport Claims: Why 2 Years Matters for Your Case

12-17-25 | Uncategorized

Your Clock Is Already Ticking: Understanding Ohio’s Medical Transport Injury Deadline If you’ve been injured during medical transportation in Columbus, you have limited time—often two years from the date of injury—to file a lawsuit; some claims arising out of medical diagnosis, care, or treatment (including many claims against EMTs/paramedics) may be governed by a different, […]

$5,200,000 Medical Malpractice/Wrongful Death

Delay in diagnosis of rectal cancer of
35 year old man.
Jury verdict of $5.2 million.

$3,100,000 Auto/Truck Collision Case

20 year old suffered
severe injuries,
the case resolved for $3.1 million

$1,800,000 Wrongful Death Case

40 year old pedestrian
was struck by a truck,
the case resolved for $1.8 million

$1,750,000 Motorcycle/Truck accident

50 year old man suffered
a fractured femur resulting in chronic pain syndrome.
Case resolved for $1.75 million.

$1,200,000 Workplace Injury Case

38 year old injured
by industrial press,
the case resolved for $1.2 million.

$1,047,750.00 Workplace Injury Case

54 year old injured
by defective industrial press,
the case resolved for $1,047,750.00

$1,000,000 Workplace Injury Case

21 year old injured
by defective cart,
the case resolved for $1 million.

$794,590 Workplace Injury Case

38 year old injured by
defective cart and
received $794,590 jury verdict.

$600,000 Slip and Fall Case

55 year old injured
by fall in parking lot,
the case resolved for $600,000.

$600,000 Wrongful Death Case

50 year old
struck by falling tree limb,
the case resolved for $600,000.

$491,400 Slip and Fall Case

29 year old suffered
soft tissue injuries,
and received a $491,400 jury verdict.

$450,164 Low speed Auto Collision Case

48 year old rear-ended
by negligent driver,
and it was a $450,164 jury verdict.

$450,000 Medical Malpractice Case

49 year old suffered
loss of vision in eye.
Case resolved for $450,000.

$350,000 Auto Collision Case

23 year old rear-ended
by negligent driver,
had a $350,000 jury verdict.

$342,500 Nursing Home Neglect Case

90 year old suffered
fractures in fall.
Case resolved for $342,500.

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