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When Temperatures Drop, Slip and Falls Happen

01-16-17 | Personal Injury

Winter weather here in Ohio has been relatively mild so far this year, but undoubtedly we will be seeing some snow and ice soon. Every winter we get calls from people who are seriously injured in falls on icy sidewalks and in parking lots. Many people are surprised that in Ohio, the general rule is […]

Three Rules if You Suffer Injury Due to a Fall at a Business—Document, Document, Document

12-16-16 | Personal Injury

According to the National Bureau of Standards, over 500,000 Americans suffer serious injuries every year because of falls. 3,800 Americans die every year because of falls.

Holiday Rush Can Cause Parking Lot Accidents—What to Do and How to Stay Safe

12-13-16 | Personal Injury

What to Do You can and should call the police. However, a parking lot accident will not be treated like a typical investigation. When an accident occurs in a parking lot on private property, the police may refuse to come. Also, be aware that even if the police do come, they will not issue a […]

When It Rains, It Pours—the Importance Of Umbrella Insurance

11-30-16 | Insurance

Coverage limits on an umbrella insurance policy typically start at $1 million, and can go up to $10 million. When purchasing this coverage, it is important to get both a liability umbrella and an uninsured/underinsured umbrella. The liability umbrella will protect your assets, but it is the UIM umbrella that will protect your family from […]

Why Saving 15% On Your Car Insurance Isn’t Always a Good Idea

11-16-16 | Insurance

What is UIM Coverage? If you are involved in an accident with an uninsured motorist, and you are not at fault, it is up to you and your insurance company to cover the costs. If you don’t have UIM coverage, you are at risk for substantial financial loss. Your damages including property damage, medical bills, […]

When it Comes to Buying Car Insurance How Much Liability Coverage is Enough?

11-09-16 | Insurance

To understand how much insurance you should have, it is important to know the types of coverage available in a typical Ohio automobile insurance policy. Here is a quick summary:

Giving Feels Good and is Good For You Too

10-28-16 | Community Service

Studies have confirmed that volunteering not only has mental health benefits, but physical benefits as well-including lower blood pressure, reduced stress, lower levels of depression and a longer lifespan.

Does My Childcare Provider Carry Liability Insurance?

10-24-16 | Childcare

Insurance coverage is a major point to discuss with any childcare provider, whether licensed or not.

What If My Child Is Injured At Daycare?

10-17-16 | Childcare

It is mid-morning at work, and your cellphone rings. You see it is the daycare center calling. Every parent knows that dreaded feeling. What’s wrong? What happened? Is my baby okay? If your child is injured while at a licensed daycare, Ohio law provides for who has to be notified and when depending on the […]

Choosing the Right Childcare: Safety Rules that Apply to Daycare Providers

10-10-16 | Childcare

Because there’s nothing more precious than the safety of our children, it is important to know what regulations apply to daycare providers, and to make sure those safety rules are followed. Some types of child care must be regulated, while other types of child care may operate without a license.

Distracted Driving Dangers Big and Small

10-05-16 | Personal Injury

Communities in North Central and Central Ohio are intertwined with interstates and highways such as I-71, State Route 30 and I-270. Our daily commutes require us to drive on these roadways and brings us in daily contact with semi-tractor trailers.

It Takes a Big Heart to Shape a Little Mind—Choosing the Right Childcare

10-03-16 | Childcare

The first question you must ask yourself is what type of care do you prefer for your child. Is hiring a nanny for in-home care an option? Is a neighborhood babysitter the right fit? Is a program at church best? Or do you want your child in a daycare center with other children?

When Past and Present Collide—Being Alert to the Dangers of Driving in Amish Communities

09-26-16 | Insurance

On a dark summer night, a 16-year-old Amish boy is driving his family’s buggy on a narrow roadway. The buggy does not have taillights or turn signals. There are no street lights on the rural road. The boy directs the horse pulling the buggy to turn into a driveway. The boy does not look for […]

Child Passenger Safety Week

09-16-16 | Childcare

Rinehardt Law Firm’s First Annual School Supply Drive

08-01-16 | Community Service

Every year, many children start the new school year without the most basic supplies needed to succeed in the classroom.

Rinehardt Law Firm Gives Back

09-23-15 | Community Service

The is passionate about giving back to our community. This year, we are the proud sponsor of the Mansfield Police D.A.R.E. program.