Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Community Outreach, In the news, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on March 20, 2025

As winter officially ends and spring arrives, drivers in Ohio encounter a challenging reality: pothole season. From Cleveland to Cincinnati, the condition of the state's roads has become a serious concern. Notably, the Cleveland/Akron area faces the worst road quality and significant infrastructure problems. Potholes can lead to flat tires and suspension damage, which...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Health & Wellness, In the news on February 12, 2025

Ohioans may now have to pay fees to access police videos like body cam, dash cam, and jail surveillance footage. What Does the Law Say? A new law signed by Governor Mike DeWine allows law enforcement agencies to charge up to $75 per hour for processing video requests, with a maximum fee of $750...

Posted in Health & Wellness, In the news on July 22, 2024

Dealing with stress is a common part of life, but stress has become more of a problem for people in the U.S. due to the pandemic, higher prices for things, and an increase in violent crime. Money, health, and the economy are the main sources of stress. Still, many adults don't talk about their...

Posted in Accident & Injury, In the news, Product Liability on June 11, 2024

Recently, 3M announced a $6 billion settlement for the Combat Arms Earplug litigation, benefiting over 250,000 veterans. This settlement covers over 99% of the claimants who alleged the company's faulty military-grade earplugs caused hearing damage. These earplugs were initially manufactured by Aearo Technologies before 3M acquired the company in 2008 and were distributed from...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Health & Wellness, In the news, Workplace Injuries and Claims on May 22, 2024

Zwanenberg Food Group USA, based in Cincinnati, has agreed to pay a $1.7 million fine and implement significant safety improvements at its local plant following multiple investigations by the Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The processed food supplier, which employs approximately 175 local workers, has committed to investing $1.9 million...

Posted in Drug & Medical Devices, In the news on May 10, 2024

UPDATE 4/29/2024: Philips has reached a $1.1 billion deal to settle lawsuits over the CPAP devices. We are no longer taking in new cases. Read more about the settlement. Despite the settlement, Philips maintains that it does not admit fault or liability for the injuries caused by the devices. However, the company acknowledges the...

Posted in Health & Wellness, In the news on May 8, 2024

DEADLINE TO FILE: You have until August 10, 2024, to file a claim. However, to give our office adequate time to review and file your claim before the deadline, please call 1-800-ELK-OHIO before June 30, 2024. The review is free. Q: What is the Camp Lejeune water contamination incident, and why is it significant?...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Automobile, Car Accident, Health & Wellness, In the news, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on April 9, 2024

As Ohio gears up for another season of road construction, lawmakers are taking steps to enhance safety in work zones across the state. House Bill 429, a bipartisan initiative, addresses the alarming risks the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) workers face by imposing stricter penalties for reckless driving in construction zones. What You Need...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Community Outreach, Health & Wellness, In the news on April 5, 2024

Anticipation is building this weekend in Cleveland as visitors arrive to witness a rare celestial event, attend the Guardians' home opener, and enjoy the NCAA Final Four. Due to the expected increase in crowds, some road closures and parking bans have been put in place. Road Closures and Parking Bans for April 8 Downtown...

Posted in Accident & Injury, Car Accident, In the news, Motorcycle Accident, Truck Accident on April 3, 2024

As we begin National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, it is essential to remember the hazards of distracted driving. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is taking action to tackle this issue by enforcing laws against texting while driving and other distractions from April 1st to April 8th. During this period, there will be an increased focus...