Posts by: Jeff Friedman

Our roads are much safer this year, so far

Do's and Don'ts if You Were in an Auto Accident

It may sound odd, but this year is shaping up to be a much safer driver experience than last. This is according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Every year, the OSHP keeps track of their […]

Brain injuries and motor vehicle accidents

Lawsuit School District in California Settles Police Misconduct Lawsuit

One of the most catastrophic injuries you can suffer in a car crash is a traumatic brain injury. Brain injuries may manifest themselves right away or the symptoms may appear days following the collision. The following […]

Liability in Ohio motor vehicle accidents

Drunk driving crash death lawsuit settled

If you have suffered personal injuries in a motor vehicle accident, you may file a claim against the parties responsible for your accident to recover both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages cover medical expenses, lost […]

Filing a self-insured workers’ compensation claim in Ohio

Workplace Injury, Should I Settle My Workers’ Compensation Claim?

A workplace injury can result in significant physical, mental and emotional pain, in addition to the stress caused by not being able to work. After the immediate treatment of the injury, the next step for injured […]

Who is responsible in a ridesharing-related crash?

The convenience of hailing a rideshare cannot be understated by people who regularly rely on this method to travel. The popularity of ridesharing has grown in the past decade as people request rides via an app […]

Analysis contends Ohio among most dangerous for winter driving

With winter in Ohio, drivers understand the need to take greater care. Snowy and icy roads, windy conditions along with anxious or aggressive drivers provide a potentially deadly formula. Driving-related dangers exist in every state, but […]

Inadequate staffing can lead to nursing home neglect

Ten important factors to consider when looking for a nursing home

When you choose a nursing home for your loved one, your primary concern may be that your loved one is safe and well cared for. One aspect of proper care is ensuring the nursing home is […]

A car crash can leave more than physical injuries

A Mentor resident was killed in a two-car crash in Chardon Township. The collision occurred Sunday afternoon on State Route 44 near milepost 19. The victim was driving a Nissan Sentra in the northbound lane when, […]

Compensation for catastrophic injuries after motor vehicle accidents

According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, more than 1,150 people died in fatal crashes in Ohio in 2020. That computes to more than 3 people dying on Ohio roads each day during that calendar year. […]

Can I see any doctor after a workplace injury?

Are There Claims Outside of Workers’ Compensation Claims?

One of the most common questions people have about Ohio’s workers’ compensation system is about whether they can see the doctor of their choice when seeking medical care and treatment after a workplace injury. As with […]

How poorly shoveled sidewalks make walking in a Cleveland winter hazardous

As autumn turns into winter, snow and ice are coming soon to Cleveland. As the snow piles up, snow removal becomes an issue for property owners. Ideally, everyone will safely clear their entranceways and exits, sidewalks, […]

The simple and the complicated truth of truck accidents

Truck accidents and your rights, what to do next

The reason truck accidents are so much more dangerous than other motor vehicle accidents is a simple matter of physics. As Newton’s Second Law of Motion puts it, force equals mass times acceleration. The more mass […]

Finding fault in slip and fall claims

Next Steps After a Slip-and-Fall Accident

Accidents can happen anywhere, from slipping on a wet floor while grocery shopping or on ice in front of hotel steps, tripping on a curb or wrinkled carpeting while walking through a lobby, or even stepping […]

Can cameras help my nursing home abuse complaint?

What to do if you think a nursing home abused your loved one

When you place a loved one in a nursing home, you put your trust in the facility to care for them properly. Unfortunately, you cannot keep your eye on them 24/7 and some workers and facilities […]

Do back injuries qualify for workers’ compensation benefits?

Should I settle my workers compensation claim

Whether you work in the construction industry or you have an office job, you could suffer the effects of a debilitating back injury. These injuries are more common than people may believe, and they can have […]

What is the difference between a personal injury claim and a lawsuit?

When you suffer an injury due to the negligence or recklessness of someone else, it can put you in a difficult situation. On one hand, you shouldn’t have to pay for your medical bills and property […]

Cleveland’s West Side sees another fatal motorcycle crash

At this point, many of us are unsurprised by fatal motorcycle crashes because they seem to be in the news every week. It is an unfortunate reality of operating a motorcycle that there is simply less […]

Driver fatigue blamed for two Ohio trucking accidents

Large trucks and tractor-trailers are common sights for Ohio motorists. The growth of shipping and delivery industries ensures that passenger car drivers must constantly share the road with much larger commercial vehicles. And while car accidents […]

Common causes of workplace injuries

The vast majority of Ohio residents rely on work to live. Consistent income is necessary to pay the bills; however, events in the workplace could impact an individual’s ability to work. Workplace accidents happen in all […]

Pedestrians often can hold drivers accountable for injury

Being a pedestrian around traffic in the Cleveland metro area can be dangerous, particularly when crossing roads in high-traffic areas. Now the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says it has gotten worse. According to new […]

Feds reimpose nursing home penalties for violations

Criminal charges filed against Marin Nursery over baby's death

During the last four years, the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services restricted financial penalties for some nursing home violations to a maximum one-time fine of $22,320 even if the violation was ongoing for months. […]

How stopping medical treatment early can hurt your injury case

If you’ve suffered a serious injury as a result of someone else’s negligent actions, you have the right to bring a lawsuit against the responsible party to cover the costs of your medical treatment. If you […]

The dangers of distracted driving to Ohio drivers

Texting and Driving Ban in Ohio Specifically Reaches Out to Teenage Drivers

State and federal texting and driving campaigns often highlight the inherent dangerous to motorists when they choose to use their smartphones while operating motor vehicles. A driver who is using their phone and looking at it […]

What can be done after a workers’ compensation claim is denied?

People have many different types of jobs in Ohio. The job requirements can vary greatly as well as the potential dangers people face while working. Some people work in office settings and have limited physical demands […]

What if I can’t work after an accident?

Workplace injuries, Do I have a workers' compensation case?

Suffering severe injuries in a car accident comes with significant consequences, like large medical bills and property damage. The cost of living, like rent or mortgage, utility bills, insurance payments and loan payments, do not wait […]

Jennings Freeway crash in Old Brooklyn leaves woman dead

An afternoon crash on the Jennings Freeway left a 26-year-old woman dead. The 26-year-old was driving a Kia Forte in the south bound lane when her vehicle collided with two other cars near the Spring Road […]

After a bad slip-and-fall injury in Ohio, who is responsible?

Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents, Traffic Cone

You never see it coming: you are walking through a store, parking lot, park or other gathering place when suddenly you lose your balance. You fall hard to the ground or floor. You might immediately feel […]

Contributory negligence in employee personal injury cases in Ohio

As a worker, you have the right to expect from your employer a work environment that is reasonably safe and free from overtly hazardous conditions. If you sustained an injury on the job, you probably know […]

What is negligence and how is it relevant to a personal injury claim?

Personal injury accidents can happen in many different ways and cause serious injuries and losses to victims. When a Cleveland resident is involved in a motor vehicle accident or slips and falls on the property of […]

Black ice causes havoc on Cleveland roadways

Winter in Cleveland never seems to want to end. Last week the region was hit by a late-spring cold front that left roads coated in a layer of black ice. Black ice is so named because […]

Do’s and Don’ts if You’re in an Auto Accident

According to the latest statistics, there are approximately 7 million accidents yearly now, which means the chance of being involved in a collision in your life is high. When you’re in an accident, everything seems to happen […]

Pedestrian deaths remain high

Although more Americans remained home last year during the pandemic, negligent motorists drove up the number of pedestrian fatalities. According to a preliminary report from the Governors Highway Safety Administration, the pedestrian death rate rose by […]

Common Causes of Slip and Fall Accidents in Ohio and Who’s Responsible

Slip and fall accidents are common across the United States and can be life threatening, especially for seniors. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in five falls causes a severe injury, […]

Does your loved one show these signs of nursing home abuse?

Nursing homes carry a big responsibility by being tasked with the care of some of society’s most vulnerable individuals. Yet, despite being subjected to a plethora of federal and state laws and regulations aimed at keeping […]

Workers’ compensation benefits are not one-size-fits-all

When workers are injured on the job, the Ohio workers’ compensation system should provide them with benefits. Typically, these benefits are tied specifically to the costs of medical care and lost wages, but in some situations […]

Is Your Personal Injury Case a Large Settlement Case?

Every year in the United States, there are more than 400,000 personal injury cases filed. Of these cases, around 16,000 to trial. The others are settled out of court for various amounts, depending on the severity […]

What is Workers’ Compensation?

In Ohio, workers are covered by workers’ compensation. Sometimes that’s through the state’s workers’ compensation fund and some employers are self-insured. But, when you have been hurt at work, workers’ compensation can cover you.

Working With Personal Injury Lawyer To Win Your Case

When you hire a personal injury lawyer, you become part of a team. Naturally, you are relying upon your attorney to use his or her skill and experience to carry the load, but you can and […]

What Are the Most Common Types of Semi-Truck Accidents?

Semi-truck accidents can cause significant human tragedy. The December 2020 Ohio crash on the I-70 that involved three semi-trucks is just one example. According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, 153 people lost their lives in […]

How to Self-Quarantine Without Going Crazy

As winter encompasses us with all its little bugs, long dark days, and blankets of snow it’s becoming even more challenging for most to cope with the added weight to the already heavy COVID quarantine. Scientists […]

Pandemic Clears Roads, Drivers Become More Reckless

New numbers show that fewer cars are driving on U.S. roadways as the country and the world continue to deal with the coronavirus which has created a massive shift to working and learning from home. However, people […]

I Slipped and Fell on Ice on Someone Else’s Property— Now What?

Statistics show that 1 million Americans are hurt from slip and fall injuries every year. During the winter, the chances of slip and fall injuries rise dramatically. In Ohio, we know that our winters are no joke, and neither are […]

Radiology Error: A Common Medical Malpractice

While advances in medicine have helped refine medical processes and procedures, diagnostic errors are still common. A recent study of diagnostic errors shows that diagnostic errors affect an estimated 12 million Americans. These errors cause more harm […]

Employment Law on Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

Sexual harassment is discrimination based on sex that takes place in a work environment. It refers to unwanted advances with sexual undertones, solicitation of sexual favors, and other forms of sexual abuse both verbal and physical. […]

Uber and Lyft Safety, Ride Share Injury Explained

The ride share concept has grown in leaps and bounds across United States cities. Companies like Uber and Lyft have upended the traditional taxi business model by allowing users to summon rides. The popularity of the […]

Uninsured Motorist Coverage

You can be the most responsible driver out there and still end up as the victim in a motor vehicle accident. And if the person who hits you doesn’t have insurance or is underinsured, your problems […]

Everything You Should Know About Drunk Driving Accidents in Ohio

Drunk driving has become a huge public safety problem in Ohio. In 2018, the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) made more than 25,000 arrests for OVI (operating a vehicle impaired) offenses, and 2.2 percent of adult drivers […]

The Dangers of Explosions on the Worksite

While they’re on the uncommon end of employment mishaps, workplace explosions present a disproportionate threat of injury and death when they do occur. These incidents can leave workers permanently injured or families without loved ones. This […]

Should You Contact a Car Accident Lawyer in Cleveland, Ohio

If you’re involved in one of the 28,643 traffic accidents that occur every year in Cleveland, Ohio, you may find yourself in a situation that isn’t easily resolved by simply exchanging insurance information. A car accident […]

Situations Where a Personal Injury Lawyer is Helpful in Cleveland

Personal injuries can happen in many situations and have a long-lasting impact on your life. Trying to navigate insurance companies and their legal teams and adjusters can be overwhelming, especially if you’re dealing with a serious […]

Bicycle Safety Tips for Children

Learning to ride a bicycle is a popular requisite of growing up, and this makes bike safety for kids a concern for all parents. We can’t be with our children all the time, but we can […]

10 Tips for Your Safe and Healthy Summer

After a tough few months, everyone is ready for all the fun of summer. You want to finally feel free to have fun and socialize freely with others while enjoying a cold one and eating all […]

How Do Car Accidents and Truck Accident Differ?

If you or a loved one has been involved in an accident with a tractor trailer, you’re likely wondering why you’d need a truck accident attorney. After all, aren’t motor vehicle collisions all the same? Unfortunately, […]

Tips for a Healthy Delivery During the Pandemic

Pregnancy is one of the most beautiful and rewarding journeys that a woman (and her partner) will experience. However, due to COVID-19, many pregnant couples have mixed emotions as they rapidly approach their due dates. As […]

Next Steps If You Can’t Work After an Accident

Have you been injured in an accident in Ohio? Are you unable to work because of your injuries? You could be entitled to thousands of dollars in compensation. Whether you are employed full-time or part-time, or […]

A Guide to Detecting and Preventing Gas Leaks and Explosions

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The majority of households in Ohio use natural gas as their heating source, at 65.5 percent, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. This fuel source has the potential of leaking out of pipes and creating […]

What You Need to Know about SUV Rollovers

Do you know that most drivers believe that Sport Utility Vehicles are safer than other cars because of their large size? However, due to their propensity, when it comes to rolling over, they are just more […]

3 Surprising Ways Your Ohio Landlord Has To Protect You

As a tenant in Ohio, you have many of the same rights as someone who owns their own home. The problem is, landlord-tenant law is a complicated tangle of legislation. Ohio law governs issues such as discrimination, right to […]

Staying Safe on Roads and Highways During Construction

Staying Safe on the Highway During Construction

You are near the intersection of I-77 and I-90, and traffic comes to a near halt. The orange traffic cones and frustrated drivers around you signal that you are in no man’s land – otherwise known […]

What are the Most Common Traumatic Brain Injuries?

Millions of people in the United States experience brain injuries every year, according to the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. More than half of these injuries are serious enough that people have to go to […]

Marco Bocciarelli Wins a $455,000 Verdict in Cuyahoga County

Eastlake Family, Represented by Friedman, Domiano and Smith Settles Ohio Gas Explosion Lawsuit

Friedman, Domiano & Smith partner Marco Bocciarelli just won a $455,000 verdict in Cuyahoga County against an insurance company who refused to pay insurance benefits to its own insured. Our client suffered a serious back injury […]

Nursing Home Abuse and Elder Law Explained

Elder abuse comes in many forms like emotional, physical, and sexual harm inflicted on a senior citizen. Some senior citizens also suffer from financial exploitation and negligence from the people tasked with taking care of them. […]

Is It Still Safe to Sell on Craigslist in 2020?

You’ve heard the horror stories, but there’s no reason why you can’t still sell goods on Craigslist. With more than 25 million classified ads and 1.5 million job postings at any given time, this is one of the […]

Ohio Winter Driving Laws and Rights

Driving in Ohio in the winter is no joke. The Buckeye State consistently ranks as the state with the most winter driving fatalities, an average of 86 deaths per year. Federal statistics also show that accidents that happen […]

Bar Owner Liability: Ohio’s Dram Shop Laws

In 2017, the Ohio State Supreme Court ruled five-to-one that the “dram shop statute” (Ohio R.C. 4399) is “the exclusive remedy” for a dram shop in the event a patron sues for being “over served.” The […]

What To Do After a Drunk Driving Accident

In 2018, 10,511 people in the US died in drunk driving accidents, which means this type of accident kills about 29 people every day. In Ohio in particular, there are around 400 drunk driving fatalities per […]

Pedestrian Accidents: What are Your Options?

As a pedestrian, you are vulnerable to injuries caused by motor vehicle accidents. Sadly, many drivers do not pay enough attention to people in crosswalks or on the shoulder of the road. While pedestrians have a […]

How Ohio Stands Out in Workers’ Compensation Law

Laws regarding workplace injuries vary by state, but most areas share fairly similar regulations. This isn’t so much the case with Ohio workers’ compensation law. There are many differences when comparing The Buckeye State to others, […]

Everything You Need to Know About Hit and Run Accidents

Any vehicular collision can be disastrous, but the issues following a hit and run accident are often particularly stressful. Even the safest of drivers can fall victim to these incidents, and when they occur, it’s important […]

Work Injury Law – Understanding Your Rights

When you go to work, you don’t expect to sustain injuries that could prevent you from working or leading a normal life, and yet, according to the National Safety Council, over 4 million people are injured at […]

Toy Safety: What Every Parent Should Know Before Buying a Toy For Their Child

Toys are an essential part of your child’s development. They provide hours of entertainment and fun, encourage imaginative play and create some happy memories that will stay with your child for the rest of their life. […]

Selecting the Right Car Seat for Your Child

As a parent, your vehicle is no doubt a hive of activity. Whether you are chauffeuring your youngest to and from daycare or taking your older children to sports practice, you’ll want to make sure they […]

What You Need to Know about Premises Liability

In June 2019, an Ohio woman won a $3 million award in a slip and fall lawsuit against Jack Cincinnati Casino. The Hamilton County Court of Common Pleas jury determined the casino had failed to maintain […]

Your Guide to Bicycle Safety

Riding your bicycle is one of the most enjoyable and healthy activities for kids and adults. It’s environmentally sound and available to members of all economic groups. Cycling can also a be a dangerous activity, especially […]

Truck Accidents and Your Rights – What to Do First

Trucks are huge vehicles that can cause serious injuries to you if you have the bad luck to get involved in an accident with one. But don’t think that because a truck is bigger than you […]

How New Technology is Changing Motorcycle Accident Law

Technology is changing the world around us, and nowhere is this more apparent than in motorcycle accident law. While bikers face a disproportionate risk of experiencing serious motor vehicle accidents, technological advancements are both creating safer […]