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Semi-Truck Flips Over on its Side | Akron Ohio Truck Accident Lawyer

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

An interstate was shut down in Akron after a semi truck flipped over on its side.

The crash happened on Interstate 76 westbound ramp to I-77 south at the Akron central interchange.

According to reports the truck lost control coming around the ramp and fell over on its passenger side blocking the ramp.

The truck was hauling tractor tires. There was no fuel spill, and no danger to anyone in the area. No other vehicles were involved.

The driver was not hurt in the crash.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Truck accident, call our Akron, Ohio Truck accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Crash Suspect Arrested by U.S. Marshals in Wood County ? Wood County accident lawyer

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

Michael Garczynski, 34, was arrested by The U.S. Marshal’s Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force at his girlfriend’s home on the 6000 block of Red Oak Drive in West Toledo Wednesday. Garczynski was accused of being the cause of an accident that involved five people crashing into a ditch on State Rt. 199 near Perrysburg on November 17.

Deputy U.S. marshal, Rodney Hartzell, said that they had received a tip of Garczynski’s whereabouts at his girlfriend’s house, but also said that there had been a few false tips made from people that knew the suspect just to throw them off. Those accused of doing so will have warrants out for their arrest for knowingly giving false tips.

Call 800.637.8170 if you have been injured in an accident to request your free copy of “The Ohio Accident Book”

State Highway Patrol Investigating Turnpike Accident ? Truck accident attorney Toledo Ohio

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

On Wednesday Ohio State Highway Patrol, led by Lt. Glenn Peterson, were investigating an accident that accorded on the Ohio Turnpike where a tractor-trailer rig went into the closed lanes of a work zone just west of State Rt. 53. The truck hit three workers and crashed into three maintenance vehicles.

Driver of the truck was Edward Mills, 53, of Doylestown, Ohio was taken to the

neurological intensive-care unit at Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo and was unavailable to be interviews by officials. Foster John Fletcher, 53, of Perrysburg was a turnpike assistant maintenance foreman was hit and killed during the accident. The other two surviving workers were James Roudebush, 55, of Millbury and Anthony J. Stout, 24, of Clyde, Ohio were taken to The University of Toledo Medical Center and are still in critical condition. The two survivors also could not be interviewed as of yet.

Lt. Peterson said that it is still uncertain what caused this accident but they were looking into the speed of the rig. Also that from interviews with some of the witnesses at the site of the crash they saw the truck slowly veer into the closed work area.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Truck accident, call our Toledo, Ohio Truck accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Woman Killed in Snowmobile Accident ? Lucas County snowmobile accident attorney

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

A woman in Monroe, Michigan was killed after hitting a tree on a snowmobile.

Dawn Bergmooser, 49, Monroe, Michigan was out riding a snowmobile Saturday January 28 with some friends when she lost control of the vehicle and hit a tree. She was rushed to Mercy Hospital in Cadillac, MI and was later pronounced dead.

Call 800.637.8170 if you have been injured in an accident to request your free copy of "The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book"

Ohio Man Dies in Snowmobile Accident ? Shelby Ohio snowmobile accident lawyer

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

Friday January 20 Gary L. Gundrum, 52, Shelby, OH was killed while riding on a snowmobile. According to police Mr. Gundrum was traveling 60 mph and didn’t notice a curve in the road and lost control. This then led to a ski on the vehicle to hit a tree sending him flying head first. He suffered from major head and chest injuries from the crash. Alcohol was not involved.

Call 800.637.8170 if you have been injured in an accident to request your free copy of "The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book"

Wood County man sentenced for fatal crash | Findlay Ohio car accident lawyer

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

Parrish Quaterman, 46, was sentenced to 5 years of prison on Monday. He plead guilty to aggravated vehicluar manslaughter and operating amotor vehcile under the influence.

The sentencing stems from a fatal crash that occurred last August where Quaterman ran a stop sign at the intersection of State Route 199 and Dowling Road, hitting and killing 40-year-old Lisa Emahaiser. Quaterman was found to have marijuana in his sytem at the time of the crash.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Findlay, Ohio car accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Suit filed by parents of injured teens | Toledo Ohio workers compensation lawyer

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

An accident on August 4,2011 left two teenaged workers seriously injuured. Bryce Gannon and Tyler Zander were injured as they were working at Zaloudek Grain Co. They got caught on the in-floor auger. Both of the boys lost a leg because of the accident and had very lengthy hospital stays.

The lawsuit states that Zaloudek assigned the teens to work duties in violation of stae and federal labor law, negligent in training and supervising, failed to warn teens of the danger, did not have workers' compensation, and that the auger was improperly guardednand maintained to comply with state safety codes.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers’ Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers’ Compensation Book”.

Truck crashes, catches fire on highway | Toledo Ohio truck accident lawyer

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

A tractor-trailer rolled over and caught fire on Wednesday. The truck was one of five vehicles that was in the accident.

The accident happened along I-95 during rush hour. Rachel Wood, 31, entered the highway and while in the shoulder of the road, struck a 2010 Nissan Frontier. The Frontier then swerved into the middle lane and struck the tractor-trailer. The trailer then flipped onto its side and struck a concrete barrier, causing it to catch fire.

The driver of the truck, Nerys Granados, along with the driver of the Nissan and some passengers were taken to a nearby hospital. Granado sustained serious but non-life threatening injuries.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Truck accident, call our Toledo, Ohio Truck accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

3 injured in crash on State Rt. 116 | Van Wert Ohio car accident lawyers

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

An accident on Saturday left 3 people injured, one seriously. The accident happened on State Rt. 116 when Morgan Pugh, 17, was southbound on Ringwal when she failed to yield to a car driven by Eileen Manken, 56.

Manken's vehicle was struck on the right side, and both vehices traveled off the southeast corner of the intersection, struck some signs, and rolled before stopping in a field.

The fire departmen had to free Ms. manken from her vehicle. Both she and her passenger were taken to parkview Hospital. Ms. Pugh was taken from the scene to Van Wert Hospital and later flown by helicopter to Parkview. She is listed in serious condition.

The crash remains under investigation.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Van Wert, Ohio car accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Car Accident Statistics in Phoenix

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

While there were more than 29,000Phoenixcar accidents, the state ofArizonasaw more than 12,000 crashes caused by drivers who were distracted, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). It is unclear how many of these drivers were distracted by road signs that were difficult to read because they were too small or too old. Our hope is that the new traffic signs will allow drivers to go back to concentrating on the road more quickly.

An experienced Phoenix personal injury attorney will be able to examine your case and determine what steps must be taken to achieve a successful resolution of your claim. If you or a loved one is hurt in a crash, contact the Husband and Wife Law Team for representation. We work to obtain settlements for victims hurt by other drivers. We have obtained large settlements for our clients in the past, are here to help you, and answer all your legal questions. Contact us for a free consultation today at (602) 267-1280.

Landscaper's legs crushed in accident | Toledo Ohio work injury lawyer

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

Robert Loja was unloading a trailer on October 24, 2008 when he was struck by a driver who was blinded by the glare of the sun. Right before she hit Loja, she also hit a small cone and a "Men Working" sign. As a result of the injuries he sustained, Mr. Loja had to have his left leg amputates above the knee. His right leg was also mangled in the accident.

This accident has left Robert unable to work. He filed a lawsuit against the landscaping company and the driver of the vehicle. The jury found that the landscaping company was 60% liable for the accidnet because they told Loja to park in the middle of the street and did not have a large enough sing to warn drivers. They found the driver of the vehcile 10% liable for the damages.

The jury ruled that Robert Loja be payed a total of $11.2 million.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers’ Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers’ Compensation Book”.

The dangers of Actos | Toledo Ohio Actos lawyer

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

The oral diabetes prescription drug Actos (pioglitazone) has been linked to an increased risk of bladder cancer, heart attack, congestive heart failure, heart disease, and death. As a patient who was prescribed Actos, either for diabetes glucose management or any other reason, you need to be aware of the Actos health risks. If you or a loved one has suffered from Actos bladder cancer, then you should consider filing an Actos lawsuit. Likewise, if you or a loved one has suffered from an Actos heart attack, Actos congestive heart failure, Actos heart disease, or Actos death, you should consider filing an Actos lawsuit.

Actos and related drugs are used to treat type-2 diabetes by lowering blood glucose levels and increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin. Actos is a member of a class of drugs known as thiazolidinediones and is manufactured by the Takeda Pharmaceutical Company and co-marketed by Eli Lilly Pharmaceuticals. Actos is one of the best selling drugs in the United States, and there have been well over $2 billion dollars in sales since the drug went on the market.

Due to concerns as to whether Actos is safe, the FDA has asked the makers of Actos to put a “black box warning” on the Actos box, which is the strongest label change that can be added to a drug. Research continues, and there is a great possibility that there may be an Actos recall in the future. There is no question about the negative Actos health risks, as France and Germany both pulled the drug completely off the market in 2011. Studies have shown that patients on Actos for more than a year had a 40% increased risk of bladder cancer compared to those who never took the drug. The greatest risk for Actos bladder cancer occurs in those individuals who have taken Actos for 24 months or more, although anyone who has suffered an Actos injury can file an Actos lawsuit.

If you or a loved one has experienced Actos cancer or Actos heart problems, you may be entitled to monetary compensation, including payment for past medical expenses, future medical expenses, past lost income, future lost income, lost earning capacity, pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of consortium, emotional anguish, or even wrongful death. As more and more has been discovered about Actos dangers, the number of Actos lawsuits has continued to rise year after year.

If you or a loved one have suffered any type of Actos health problems, it is important that you contact an attorney right away to preserve your legal rights. The law places time limits on when an injured person can bring as lawsuit after an injury (called the “statute of limitations”), so you must act quickly to avoid waiving your right to compensation.

If you have experienced the negative impacts of Actos bladder cancer, Actos heart attack, Actos congestive heart failure, or Actos heart disease, you should contact the Charles Boyk Law Offices, LLC right away. We can be reached toll free at 1-800-637-8170. Our experienced attorneys and staff are here to help get you the compensation you deserve.

16-Year-Old Oregon Boy Killed in Truck Accident ?Oregon Ohio Truck Accident Attorney

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

A pick-up truck collided with a tipping semi-truck at the intersection of Wynn Road and Navarre Avenue in Oregon, Ohio.

Cody Van Hersett, 16, a sophomore from Clay High School Oregon, Ohio was traveling westbound on Navarre Ave January 12 in the afternoon when he hit a semi-truck that was turning left from Navarre Ave onto Wynn Road head on. Harsett was pronounced dead at the scene. Driver of the semi-truck Lyle Schmidt, 78, of Merrill, Wisconsin was not injured during the accident. He had been a truck driver since 1960 and had driven over four millions with out an accident.

Mr. Schmidt was charged but pleaded no contest to one second-degree misdemeanor count of vehicular homicide, which carries a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail. Judge Jeffrey Keller of Oregon Municipal Court sentenced him to up to 90 days in jail Monday, but if he does not violate probation will only receive 70 days. Lyle Schmidt was also ordered to two years probation, pay $830 in fees and court costs, and loss of his driver’s license for two years. Mr. Schmidt was very emotional and was not allowed to face the family of Cody when he apologized for what had happened.

Pit Bulls May No Longer be Labeled "Vicious" in Ohio ?Toledo dog bite attorney

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

Ohio is the only state that labels pit bulls automatically as “vicious”, but that may come to an end. “Vicious dog” is currently defined by law as “one that, without provocation, has seriously injured a person, has killed another dog, or is of the general breed known as ‘pit bull’”. The new bill will take pit bull off of that law. Rep. Barbara Sears is the one that has sponsored the bill and the House passed it 69-29 last spring. Many people are against the law being changed because pit bulls have been used to guard drugs and be involved in dog fighting.

House Bill 14 will just changed the label “vicious dog” just to ones that have injured a person and those that have would be confiscated and euthanized. Also there will be a new “dangerous dog” classification, which is for dogs that have caused minor injuries to a person that wasn’t provoked, killed another dog, or is a three-time offender under a new “nuisance dog”. A nuisance dog will be the minimum classification by one that without provocation and not in the premises of the keeper, has chased, menacingly approached, or attempted to bite a person. If the dog is classified as “dangerous” than pay $50 to the county auditor to register the dog and get tags that make clarify it as dangerous. Also they will have to let the local dog warden when the animal gets loose, bites someone or animal, and also the transfer of ownership or if the dog dies. The last part of the bill makes felons have to wait a three-year period before they can own certain dogs.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Why do I need a personal injury lawyer? | Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyer

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

If you have recently been injured due to another party's negligence or even reckless behavior, then you need to consult with a personal injury lawyer to discuss whether or not you have a legal claim. Our office offers free legal consultations in which we can talk with you about your claim. At your consultation with one of our Ohio personal injury lawyers, we will listen to the details of your claim and also take that time to look through your medical reports. After we review this information we can then determine if you have a claim. Accidents do have a statute of limitations so if you have been injured, it is important that you contact one of our Toledo personal injury lawyers as soon as possibile.

There are many different kinds of personal injuries. Our office handles most of them including car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, child accidents, work injuries, defective products, medical malpractice, dog bites and more.

If you would like to speak with a lawyer today call 800.637.8170 to schedule your free legal consultation.

Boy Suffers Quadriplegia During Horseplay at High School Track Team Practice | Toledo Ohio Personal Injury Lawyer

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

Roque Renteria, 14, was a member of his high school track team. One afternoon several team members began wrestling with one another instead of running laps as the substitute teacher ordered. The coaches were not present but the substitute teacher was within eyesight and earshot and did not stop the horse playing.

At one point, a team member picked Renteria up and held him upside-down so that his head was pointing to the ground. The boy allegedly fell, driving Renteria into the turf, severing his spinal cord at C5-6. Renteria now suffers from quadriplegia.

Renteria’s mother sued the school district on his behalf, claiming that it failed to supervise the students during practice.

The school district countered that the incident happened so quickly that the coaches had not time to prevent it. They also stated that Renteria was just at fault as the other students because they were all rough housing.

The parties settled for $18.4 million, which included $11.4 million structured by the purchase of a single-premium tax-free annuity.

Call 800.637.8170 if you or someone you know has a child that was injured in an accident to request your free copy of "Little Kids, Big Accidents."

Man killed while crossing street in Toledo | Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyer

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

A Toledo man was killed on Monday night when he attempted to cross a street in South Toledo. Randy Holt, 55, was walking down the street intoxicated when he tried to cross South Avenue . He was struck by 27-year-old Christina McLean. Ms. McLean did have the green light when she entered the intersection of Broadway and Maumee Avenue. The accident happened about 6:40 p.m.

Our Toledo, Ohio car accident lawyers are experienced at handling many different kinds of cases. Call 800.637.8170 if you have been injured in an accident to request your free copy of "The Ohio Accident Book"

Phoenix Car Accident Injuries May Decrease With Larger Highway Signs

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is replacing many old, hard-to-read signs with larger ones due to many car accidents and subsequent injuries occurring in Phoenix, Arizona. The larger signs are more visible to drivers and may help prevent crashes because drivers will be able to look at them and go back to concentrating on the roadway more quickly. The new signs will replace old ones that are worn out or will be installed during construction of new roads, according to a news report published in Fox 10. We hope the signs will work to keep all motorists a little bit safer.

Phoenix auto accident attorneys, Alexis and Mark Breyer, have represented injury and wrongful death victims inPhoenix,Arizona for years. We see many times that people just like you are injured as a result of a car accident.

Plant Employee Crushed to Death | Toledo Ohio Work Injury Lawyer

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

A plant employee Shawn Fields was crushed to death at a packaged foods plant.
According to reports, Fields got trapped between the bed and the frame of a truck when a hydraulic line broke.
Fields worked for P off Carting, a garbage contractor to Triuitt Brothers.
Reports say a Truitt Brothers employee found Fields' body outside the plant dead.
Investigators determined there was no foul play to his death. This was truly an accident.
Fields leaves behind his wife and children.
If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers Compensation Book”.

Police Officer Shot | Toledo Ohio Work Injury Lawyer

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

The officer's name that was shot and killed on the job has been withheld until family is notified.
The officer that was shot was on duty early Saturday when additional police were sent to arrest him. Reports say he was under investigation for sexual misconduct with a minor.
He physically resisted being arrested, and then fired his gun. After which was shot and killed by the officers trying to arrest him.
He was declared dead at a hospital. No one else was hurt.
The police chief said in reports, the dead officer, a four-year department veteran, had just learned of the internal investigation of his alleged relationship with a 17-year-old girl.
If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers Compensation Book”.

State Highway Worker Was Killed and Two Others Injured | Fremont Work Injury Lawyer

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

54-year-old Forest J. Fletcher was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash that also sent 55-year-old James Roudebush, and 24-year-old Anthony J. Stout, two other turnpike workers, to Toledo-area hospitals with serious injuries.

Reports say a tanker truck driven by 53-year-old Edward Mills swerved through the cones where four Ohio Turnpike workers were in the area performing repairs to a bridge.

One of the workers started blowing an air horn to warn other workers. Nate Overmyer was able to move out of the way of truck.

The condition of Mills is unknown. This accident is still under investigation.

Crane accident | Fremont Ohio work injury lawyer

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

On March 22, 2010 a 19-year-old working at a power plant was lucky to escape a workplace accident without fatal injuries.

The incident happened when the counterbalance weight of a crane wieghing 28.6 pounds detached and fell about 13 feet towards a group of men. The 19-year-old lost his balance as they tried to get away and the weight landed on his right foot.

After an investigation, it was found that the wight was not properly secured nor was the crane maintained to standard. The company was fined for these offenses.

The worker is now suing for the damages he sustained as a result of their negligence.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers’ Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers’ Compensation Book”.

Amtrak train derails | Northwest Ohio personal injury lawyer

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

An Amtrak train bound for Chicago derailed Wednesday morning around 8 a.m. All of the details have not bee released yet, but it was reported that the train derailed after crashing into a semi tracto-trailer at a highway crossing. The drivier of the truck was taken to the hospital, and there does not appear to be any life-threatening injuries.

This accident is under investigation.

Our Northwest Ohio personal injury lawyers are experienced at handling all types of injury cases and will work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

call 800.637.8170 to schedule a free consultation and speak with a lawyer today!

Spike in truck accident fatalities | Toledo Ohio truck accident lawyers

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

After compiling accident information, it was recelty announced that although the number of motor vehicle accidents in general has decreased, the number of Americans killed in motor vehcile accidents involving commercial trucks has spiked. This piece of information has sparked lawmakers to start taking action at preventing these accidents.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration fatalities from collsions involving large trucks increased 8.7% in 2010 compared to 2009. Motor vehcile accident fatalities have decreased in general however. From 2009 to 2010 there is a 2.9% decrease in the number of fatalities.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Truck accident, call our Toledo, Ohio Truck accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Fatal accident between semi and box truck | Toledo Ohio truck accident lawyer

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

Authorities have identified 58-year-old Rocco Antonelli as the man killed in a truck accident along I-78 this morning.

The accident happend at 6:49 a.m. Mr. Antonelli had parked his box truck on the shoulder of the road when Alexandro Luis Morales, who was driving his 2006 Freightliner tractor-trailer, struck the box truck.

after he strck the truck, Morales swerved to the left, crossed over the eastbound lanes and landed in the center median.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Truck accident, call our Toledo, Ohio Truck accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Fire truck accident | Toledo Ohio truck accident lawyer

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:00 EST

A traffic accident involving a fire truck has left one man dead and two firefighters seriosuly injured.

The accident happened on Monday night when a Ford truck pulling a trailer ran into a median and the crashed into the fire truck. The truck had been there putting out a grass fire. At the time of the accident the fire was out and the men were trying to put away their equipment.

The driver of the truck was pronounced dead at the scene, and two firefighters were flown to a nearby hoospital. Investigators are still trying to find out why the Ford ran off of the road.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Truck accident, call our Toledo, Ohio Truck accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Dogs Attack Realtor Showing House | Toledo Ohio dog bite lawyers

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

As realtor Robert Fenlon, 50, approached a house that he was scheduled to show to prospective buyers, homeowner Mary Kay James, opened the door and let her three unleashed dogs out into the yard. The dogs chased Fenlon and one of them jumped on his chest and knocked him to the ground.

During the assault, James stayed in her house and did not call the dogs back. She only came out of the house when police summoned her and paramedics were treating Fenlon.

Fenlon suffered from a broken wrist that required an external fixator and surgery that cost around $39,000 in medical expenses. Due to the permanent injury to his wrist, Fenlon could no longer work as an air conditioner repairman making around $32 and hour. Fenlone is unable to earn the same amount as before the injury and estimated his loss of income between $256,000 and $512,000.

Fenlon sued James, alleging she failed to control her dogs when she knew they had violent tendencies and failed to keep reasonable control over them as required by state law. Before the accident, James had been cited three times for allowing her dogs to escape, preventing neighbors from leaving their homes. Police also recorded aggressiveness in the dogs when they previously visited the house and witnessed one dog nipping at a child.

James argued that the dogs never bite Fenlon and that he was negligent in knocking on the bay window rather than the front door and kicking one of the dogs.

Fenlon was awarded $273,100. After he filed a motion for delay damages of $54,900, the parties settled on $300,000 plus costs.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Man buried alive at construction site | Toledo Ohio work injury attorney

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A 37-year-old carpenter was killed while on the job on Staurday. The hillside that he was working on collapsed and he was buried alive. Because of the recent rains, the city had labeled the site unsafe, but the conctractor did not adhere to the stop-work order and had its employees continue their jobs.

The carpenter was working in 12-foot-deep ditch when it caved in on him. The workplace safety regulators are investigating this fatal construction accident.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers’ Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers’ Compensation Book”.

Don't Get Bitten | Toledo Ohio dog bite lawyers

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), dogs bite approximately 4.5 million Americans each year. Many states have laws that impose strict liability on the dog owner, unless the dog was otherwise provoked.

Advice to avoid getting bit:

-Never approach an unfamiliar dog.

-If an unfamiliar dog approaches you, remain motionless until the dog leaves the area.

-If a dog attacks, throw something at it; anything that you are currently holding that can come between you and the dog.

-If you are a dog owner, have your dog spayed or neutered, take him to obedience classes and avoid chaining your dog.

What to do if bitten:

-Children should tell an adult immediately

-Wash the wound with soap and water and consult a doctor.

-Report animal bites to Animal Care and Control.

If you or a family member is bitten or injured by a dog, get the name of the owner. Consult a doctor. Find a lawyer if you need help.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

10 Question to ask when Selecting a Lawyer | Ohio Law Offices

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Knowing the right questions to ask while finding the right lawyer can be one of the hardest steps in the process. To help you out a little, Bellow are 10 questions you should consider while finding the right person to represent you.

1. How many years have you been practicing? To get a better understanding of the experience level the person you are talking to has this is a need-to-know question. You may be thinking you have a seasoned attorney when in actuality, the person you are working with just graduated from law school.

2. What experience do you have working with a case like mine? Just because they are an attorney doesn’t mean they have dealt with a situation like yours. Of couse there is a first time for everything, however, if you are not comfortable being the first case they have like yours, go somewhere else.

3. Can you explain my case to me in detail and what legal challenges we may face? This is how you can determine if this lawyer can communicate clearly and effectively with you. If they cannot, you know you don’t want them to represent you.

4. What is your rating on www.Avvo.com? It is best to have already looked at this to make sure your lawyer isn’t going to lie to you right from the start. Avvo is a web resource that can help you find out information on the lawyer you are reviewing such as client reviews and ratings.

5. Do you carry malpractice insurance? If they say no, it shows they are unconcerned about your welfare.

6. Have you been disciplined by your state bar association? If they have, ask for an explanation, they you can decide if the reason is worth keeping them as an option or removing them from the list.

7. Please describe in detail the process I will go through while you are handling my case. Again, this is another chance for you to determine if this lawyer can communicate clearly and effectively with you so you can know if you want them to handle your case.

8. Who in your office will I be working with on my case? Find out if you’re going to be working with a qualified attorney of a paralegal.

9. How will you keep me informed on the status of my case? The lawyer should be able to tell you a exactly how they will communicate with you, and go over their communication policy .

10. Have you published any books, guides, or articles? Of course you want the best person to represent you. If they have published work, you will be able to see it in print.

If you or someone you know needs a Lawyer, call one of our NW Ohio Law Offices at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of one of our books.

One child, three teenagers injured in an accident | Toledo Ohio car accident attorney

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

An accident on Monday night left three teenagers and one child injured. The accident occurred on U.S. 60 around 7:30 p.m. Steven Young was driving a pickup truck when he failed to stop at a stop sign. His truck collided with a car being driven by Kayla Burdette, 17.

Young had two passenger's in his vehicle: Alisha Smith,18, and Bryland Smith, 4. The occupants of both vehicles were taken by ambulance to a nearby hospital.

Young told police that he had consumed alcohol prior to the accident. He faces charges of driving under the influence, driving on a suspended license, improper registration, driving without insurance as well as failure to stop.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Risperdal lawsuit | Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyer

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Johnson & Johnson has agreed on a settlement of $158 million that they must pay in a Texas suit. The lawsuit stems from the drug Risperdal, which they had marketed for uses not approved by U.S. regulators, including for children with psychiatric disorders.

The company disregarded the admonitions to not market Risperdal beyond its approved use. They did not follow the drug's label which stated, "Safety and effectiveness in children have not been established." Risperdal also caused medically serioud weight gain which lead patients to develop diabetes.

Texas was not the only state to come against this drug in the form of a lawsuit. Johnson & Johnson has also been sued for their marketing of Risperdal in Alaska, Arkansas, Louisiana, Montana, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, utah, Louisian and South Carolina.

If you or a loved one are suffering repercussions from taking this drug, you need help. Call our Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to schedule a free consultation.

Dog bites toddler's face | Sandusky dog bite lawyer

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A 15-month-old girl was at her uncle's house playing with a pen on the floor when the dog grabbed her by the face and bit her. The little girl sustained sesrious injury and had to get 19 stitches. The dog was a Staffordshire terrier mix and was taken from the house and to the pound.

The owner was not at home at the time of the attacke, but has stated that it was the first time the dog has attacked.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Jogger attacked by 2 pit bulls | Toledo Ohio dog bite attorney

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

62-year-old Joseph Finley was jogging when two pit bulls came up to him and attacked. A man in the neighborhood heard the attack, grabbed a baseball bat, and ran to help out. He hit the dogs over and over with the bat, but he could not get them off of Mr. Finley

Joseph was taken from the scene of the accident by ambulance to a nearby hospital. He was admitted to the hospital and is listed in stable condition. The owner of the dogs say that someone had left the gate open and so they got free.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite attorneys at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

An interstate ramp shut down after a semi truck tipped over | Akron Ohio Truck Accident Lawyer

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

No one was hurt when s Semi truck tipped over and held up traffic on the Interstate 76 westbound ramp to I-77 south.

The truck fell over on its passenger side and the blocked the entire ramp.

The truck was carrying tractor tires. There was no fuel spill, and there is no danger to anyone in the area.

No other vehicles were involved. The driver was not hurt in the crash.

The case of the crash is still under investigation

Two Shoot at a Lounge | Columbus Ohio Personal Injury Lawyer

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Police are searching for the person they believed is responsible for a shooting that injured two people at the Selam Exclusive Lounge and Restaurant.

Police say the victims ran after the shooting. One man was found at a home on Sommerset Court and the other was taken to Grant Medical Center by a friend.

Police are working with the victims and witnesses to identify the shooter. They said that they found several bullet casings at the scene of the shooting.

The victims were expected to survive their injuries. Neither their identities nor their condition have been released yet by police.

If you have a loved one injured due to the negligence of another party you need help. call our Columbus, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Two Men Killed When Building Collapsed | Cleveland Ohio Work Injury Lawyer

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

The names of the 49-year-old and 60-year-old demolition workers that died Tuesday after an auxiliary building on Brookpark Road in Cleveland collapsed are being withheld until further notice.

According to reports, the two workers were independent contractors who had been hired to tear down the empty building.

The two men were cutting some beams on the second floor and something went wrong. The building fell in a direction they obviously didn't want it to fall.

The roof of the building, made mostly out of metal, collapsed on top of the two workers.

The detailed cause of the accident is still under investigation.

Two Toledo firefighters were hurt on the job | Toledo Ohio Work Injury Lawyer

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

On I-75 Saturday morning the back of a rescue squad vehicle was extremely damaged after a semi truck crashed into it while firefighters were arriving on the scene of a previous accident.

The impact caused the ambulance to hit another semi, which drug the ambulance for several hundred yards.

Two firefighters were injured.

Reports say that both firefighters, who required medical treatment following the accident, are home recovering from their injuries but when they are expected to return back to work is unknown at this time.

Their names have not been released.

One person was killed and three others injured by Semi Truck | Fremont Ohio Truck Accident

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Charles E. Boyk Law Offices LLC sent their condolences to the family of 54-year-old John Fletcher who died when a semi truck crashed into a road maintenance work zone on the Ohio Turnpike.

It happened just west of State Route 53 near Fremont.

James Roudebush of Millbury and Anthony Stout of Clyde were taken by life flight to the University of Toledo Medical Center. Both were listed in critical condition.

The driver of the semi, 53-year-old Edward Mills, was flown to Mercy St. Vincent's. He is listed in serious condition.

The westbound lanes of the Turnpike were closed for hours after the crash.

The cause of the crash is under investigation.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Truck accident, call our Fremont, Ohio Truck accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Four Friends Charged in Hunting Accident | Toledo Ohio hunting accident attorneys

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Four men were charged with illegal hunting after a fifth man was shot while trying to flush deer out of a heavily wooded area.

Around 2 p.m. on Saturday January 7, 2012, Maryland Natural Resources Police responded to the accident that was located off Indian Head Highway and Oxon Hill Road, on land owned by Maryland-National Park and Planning Commission.

After investigation, it was revealed that Roy A. Contee, 57, shot and struck another member of the group in the abdomen and knee. Ricky L. Johnson, 59, was taken to Prince George’s County hospital.

Contee was charged with negligent hunting, hunting without written permission from landowners and hunting with buckshot.

Bryan Creek, 53, was charged with hunting without a license, hunting without written permission, hunting without a safety certificate and hunting without a second form of identification while hunting.

James E. Creek, 66, was charged with failure to wear florescent orange while hunting, illegal use of buckshot, hunting without written permission and failure to complete field tag.

Marcus R Johnson, 56, was charged with hunting without permission and the use of illegal buckshot to hunt deer.

If you have lost a loved one due to the negligence of another party you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio wrongful death attorneys are here to help you through every part of your case. They are experienced in handling all kinds of wrongful deaths and many other lawsuits.

How Much Money Can I Expect From A DePuy Hip Replacement Lawsuit? | Toledo Ohio personal injury attorneys

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

When considering the amount of compensation one can receive from a faulty DePuy hip replacement, one must think about the general types of damages available to people injured by defective products, and the results of a landmark hip implant lawsuit.

According to DePuy’s website, they have promised that the company “intends to cover reasonable and customary costs of treatment if you need services associated with the recall of ASR, including revision surgery if it is necessary. They also name specific out-of-pocket expenses that it may deem “reasonable,” including lost work time and travel expenses.

No details have been provided on if and when the manufacturer plans to compensate sufferers for the pain and suffering your DePuy hip replacement may have caused. In addition, you must speak to its claim center and sign a medical release form and only then will you be considered for compensation. Before speaking to this claim center you should first seek out a DePuy hip replacement lawyer.

As a result of a faulty device, a victim can potentially recover a combination of economic damages (medical bills and lost wages) and non-economic damages (pain and suffering). However, there is not set amount of damages that applies to all cases, the individual circumstances vary.

If you or someone you know has A DePuy Hip Replacement, call our Toledo, Ohio personal injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Steps you should take to find the right Lawyer | Ohio Law Offices

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Charles E. Boyk Law Offices understand how much of a headache finding the right lawyer can be. With all the advertisements on TV, in the phone book, on the internet and even your social media site; this selection can be a long tedious process. However, we are here to help. The following six steps can help you make a well-informed and wise decision about who you would like to represent your case.

Step 1: Know exactly what legal issue you are having and research it. For example: Where you or a loved one injured at work, in a car accident or even killed?

Step 2: Make a list of potential lawyers. Don’t just go with the first name you find! Ask around and see who other people have worked with.

Step 3: Once you’ve made a list, call the law offices and ask for written information. If the office has not written information, cross them off the list! If they can not take the time to put together information for their customers this is a red flag and show they may be a poor choice.

Step 4: Narrow your choices down. Three-Five on your list should be adequate.

Step 5: Ask Questions. Don’t hesitate to ask whatever you want to know! They will be representing you. Therefore they should be willing to answer whatever questions you’ve asked. If they can, they should be crossed off your list.

Step 6: Rand the Offices by the information you received according to your personal preference.

Always remember you are the boss! Take things slow. There is no reason to rush to select a lawyer. Do not be afraid to demand the level of service and care you deserve.

If you or someone you know needs a Lawyer, call one of our NW Ohio Law Offices at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of one of our books.

Semi crashes and dumps fuel | Toledo Ohio truck accident attorney

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a crash frm January 11th in which a semi truck lost control of his vehicle.

The accident happened just after 6 p.m. when Damonte Moss, 27, started to drift off the side of the road. He attempted to correct this move and lost control. The semi then struck a concrete barrier. The crash punctured both of the fuel tanks.

It is estimated that 200 gallons of diesel fuel was spilled onto the roa from the truck. Mr. Moss was taken from the scene of the accident to a nearby hspital with non-life threatening injuries.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Truck accident, call our Toledo, Ohio Truck accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Owner cited after dog bites girl | Port Clinton Ohio dog bite lawyer

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A little girl was holding her dog when another dog ran up and bit the gir on the lip. The owner of the dog has been cited with improper restraint of a dog. The dog was also taken away and put in quarantine to check for rabies.

The injury to the girl was minor, but she did need medical treatment. there is no determination as to what will happen to the dog after the quarantine is complete.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Toledo man struck by police car files suit against city | Toledo Ohio personal injury attorney

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

The Charles Boyk Law Offices is representing Nathaniel Lewis in a case against the City of Toledo stemming from an incident that took place on January 28, 2010.

Our office filed the lawsuit on Wednesday with the Lucas County Common Pleas Court. The lawsuit alleges that Nathaniel Lewis was hit by a patrol vehicle driven by Officer Diane Chandler and was the victim if assault recklessness and negligence.

Nathaniel was a passenger in a vehicle that turned out to be stolen. When he attempted to flee, Officer Chandler ran her police cruiser into him, causing serious injury to Mr. Lewis.

If you or a loved one have been injured in a similar incident, you need help. Call our Toledo, Ohio personal injury attorneys and set up a free consultation.

Call 800.637.8170 and speak with a lawyer today.

Construction worker killed after ceiling collapse | Bowling Green Ohio work injury lawyer

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A construction worker was killed on Wednesday afternoon while he was working on the ninth flooe of a Syracuse, NY office building.

Steven Pallotta, 25, was taken from the building by firefighters after the ceiling in which he was remodeling came down on top of him. He was wearing a helmet, but he suffered a severe head injury and was bleeding profusely from his head.

Mr. Pallotta was pronounced dead at 1:40 p.m. at the hospital. OSHA is investigating this case along with the Syracuse police.

If you or a loved one have been injured in a work related accident, you need help. Call our Bowling Green, Ohio work injury lawyers today. We are experienced at handling all types of work related injuries and will work with you to get you the settlement you need and deserve.

Call 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book and set up a free consultation.

3 workers injured in explosion | Toledo Ohio workers compensation attorney

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

In August of 2010 three young concrete workers were severly injured while on the job. Under specific directions from their employer, they were told to mix acetone with a "Dye-N-Seal" product in order to dye a basement floor. Although the basement was believed to be well ventilated, the mixture exploded, causing serious injury to al three workers.

All three men were flown to a nearby hospital to be treated for their burns. They suffered extreme injury , which results in a lifetime of extreme pain and sufferein, disfigurement, inability to work and several millions of dollars in medical bills.

They filed a lawsuit against the company statign that they should have foreseen that their product would maim or kill workers if used in basements because acetone is heavier than air and will not quickly dissipate.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers’ Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers’ Compensation Book”.

Forklift accident fatality in the workplace | Fremont Ohio work injury lawyer

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

In August of 2010, John Fugate, 49, died in an accident while at work. He was driving a forklift coming from inside of the business when he hit a sidewalk and tipped over. He was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the accident and died from blunt force trauma to the head.

According to the case, that particular forklift has been removed from service when it was found that it was not safe to operate.

John was working for Bootz, a company that made bathtubs and sinks. The state did fine the company for the violation of safety code after the accident.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers’ Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers’ Compensation Book”.

Mesothelioma work lawsuit | Toledo Ohio work injury attorney

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A construction worker from California who developed Mesothelioma, an agressive form of cancer from exposure to asbestos, has recently received $7.5 million as a settlement against six different companies that manufactured or distributed asbestos cement pipe.

The 57-year-old man was diagnosed with mesothelioma and sued the companies a short time after. Mesothelioma is an always fatal cancer. The man's job in the 1970's and 1980's was to cut asbestos-concrete pipes so they could be properly laid.

If you have been injured or have a serious condition because of your work, you need help. Call our Toledo, Ohio work injury attorneys. They will work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

Call 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book and set up a free consultation.

6-year-old has part of ear bitten off | Toledo Ohio dog bite lawyer

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A six year old girl had part of her ear bitten off when she was attacked by a dog on Sunday. She had to be hospitalized because of her injuries. She also sustained bites to her neck and shoulder.

The girl and her father were in a public place when the attack happened. The girl's father repeatedly punched the dog to try and end the attack. The girl remains in stable condition.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Avoiding the Slogans while Choosing a Lawyer | Charles E. Boyk Law Offices LLC.

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Charles E. Boyk Law Offices knows choosing a lawyer is a frustrating process, especially when you turn on the TV or look at their ads and all you see is a bunch of slogans that sound good. Well here’s what all that lawyer talk really means…

· "No fee if no recovery"

This means you will not be charged an attorney fee unless and until the case is settled or won at trial. However, what they don’t tell you that this means is there may in fact be fees and expenses. There are many costs involved in a personal injury case including court filing fees, expert witness fees, and other third party expenses that the attorney may incur and charge to their client. **All fees should be clearly covered in your retainer agreement with any attorney you consider hiring.

· "Free initial consultation"

This is common with most attorneys in personal injury situations. However, many attorneys continue to brag about this offer in their advertising as a way to make you think your getting something special.

· "Member of the Million Dollar Roundtable or Million Dollar Advocate Club"

This indicates that the attorney may have settled a case for $1,000,000.00 or more sometime in his legal practice. This impressive figure might grab your attention, but it says nothing about the competence of the attorney, merely showing that they represented someone who suffered a very serious loss or injury. This also doesn’t mean that is how much your case will be settled for. So don’t let that fool you.

· “Best Lawyer in Town”

Any lawyer that claims to be the "best" is making an unethical claim. No one can prove such a statement. Therefore this means absolutely nothing. A monkey can say they are the Best Lawyer in Town.

· “Over 30 years of experience!”

A number of years experience is another meaningless claim we see all too often. The experience could be on cases totally unrelated to your needs and the quality of work performed during this experience could be clearly substandard.

· “Former District Attorney”

Claims of experience as a former prosecutor could be of value, if you are charged with a crime. However, such a claim is totally irrelevant in the case of a personal injury.

· “You may be entitled to cash for your pain”

This is the kind of claim that can hinder a personal injury case, because such claims can make jury members unsympathetic toward accident victims. Our law is meant to protect injured victims by providing them just compensation for their injuries. It is not a new form of lottery where the ticket is a fender-bender.

If you or someone you know needs a Lawyer, call one of our NW Ohio Law Offices at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of one of our books.

family files suit after fatal work accident | Toledo Ohio work injury lawyer

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

The family of Timothy Pittas, 26, who died on December 12th has filed a lawsuit against Qualityscapes Inc.

Timothy was killed while working for for the family landscaping business. His clothing became stuck in the auger of a salt spreader. The lawsuit is against the manufacturer of the salt spreader. Upon further investigation into these salt spreaders, it was found that Timothy was not the first victim, and that these salt spreaders are quite dangerous.

The salt spreader did not have an emergency shutoff device nor did it have a guard to prevent clothing from becoming entagles in the auger. The machinery also did not come with any sort of warning in which they stated that clothing could become caught.

The lawsuit seeks more than $50,000 in damages.

If you have lost a loved one due to the negligence of another party you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio wrongful death lawyers are here to help you through every part of your case. They are experienced in handling all kinds of wrongful deaths and many other lawsuits.

Ohio woman injured when struck by train | Toledo Ohio car accident lawyer

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A 45-year-old Ohio woman was injured when her SUV was struck by an oncoming train.

It appears that Crystal Keller, 45, went around the lowered railroad-crossing gates and was hit just after 5 p.m. on Monday. The train hit the passenger side and pushed the vehicle into a gate, breaking it.

The woman was transported from the hospital and is listed in stable condition.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Rollover accident kills truck driver | Sandusky Ohio truck accident lawyer

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A crash on Interstate-71's southbound ramp occurred on January 16th. A flatbed truck rolled off of the left side of the ramp. Because of the high rate of spped, the truck flipped upside down.

Th driver of the truck, 63-year-old Thomas Lloys, was killed instantly. Sgt. Botdorf from the Ohio State Highway Patrol urges truckers to beware fo the ramps and to heed the signs warning drivers to slow down.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Couple sues over dog bites | Swanton Ohio dog bite lawyer

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

On November 5, 2010 two large dogs came into the yard of Stephen and Janet Allsion. They attacked the couple's Yorkshire terrier while it was playing in the yard. When Janet attempted to pick her dog up to save it, one of the dogs bit her.

The couple's dog was immediately taken to an aniaml emergency hospital for severe injuries and Janet was also treated at a nearby hospital.

The Allisons are now sueing the owners of the dogs, Derrick and Amanda Paris. They are seeking compensatory damages.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Little boy bitten by dog | Toledo Ohio dog bite attorney

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A 6-year-old boy was badly bitten and bruised after he was attacked by a dog on Monday night. The incident took place when a mother and son went over to the house of a family friend. The family's rottweiler mix attakced the boy. His mother struggled with the dog and ran out of the house with her son.

The boy was taken immediately to the hospital for treatment of his injuries. the boy had bites in his ear where the dog went through it, under his eye where a tooth went through and bites on his leg.

The dog was taken from the home. It was not the first incident in which this dog has bitten a person. The mother of the boy fully intends on pressing charges and sueing for damages sustained in the incident.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite attorneys at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Couple killed After Colliding with a Tractor-trailer | Akron Truck Accident Lawyer

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

67-year-old Theodore Thompson and his wife 70-year-old Patricia Thompson died at the crash scene of their accident.

According to reports Theodore was driving in his 2002 Dodge Caravan at when he signaled for a right turn from Route 57. As the truck was passing from behind on the left, Thompson attempted make his and the two vehicles collided.

The truck driver was treated at Akron City Hospital.

Rittman police and the Ohio Department of Transportation assisted at the scene. The crash remains under investigation.

A Few of Charles E. Boyk Tip to Choosing a Nursing Home | Toledo Ohio Nursing Home Lawyer

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Charles E. Boyk Law Offices understand how important choosing a nursing home for your loved one is. This is one of the hardest decisions a family will have to make. There are so many different types of assisted living homes that this decision can sometimes be overwhelming. To help make the situation a little less stressful, the following are some important tips one should follow when making this decision.

· Research - it is very important to know the most you can about a facility. This is where your loved one will be living! Look online at reviews, talk to people who live there and their families and most important VISIT the nursing home.

· Find out the strengths and weaknesses of the nursing home and each of their benefits. Each facility will be different and offer different things. You need to weigh the different qualities and make a comparison between each. Then select the right one for your loved one.

· In order to select the best one, you must determine the needs and expectations of your family member and make sure the nursing home you’ve selected can fulfill those needs.

· The cost

· Safety

· Location

· Visiting accessibility

· Rules and regulations of the nursing home

· Once you have selected a nursing home, remember to visit frequently. Visits from family members help with the new placement of the resident, but also will help to ensure that they get the best care they deserve. Reports show that residents who do not have family involvement are the ones that are easily forgotten and tend not to get the best care.

We understand that choosing a nursing home is a difficult. Sometimes things don’t always go according to plan. When things go wrong, we are here to help. If you have lost a loved one or a loved one has been injured due to the negligence of another party, you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio Personal Injury lawyers are here to help you through every part of your case. They are experienced in handling all kinds of Nursing Home Cases and many other lawsuits.

Fatal accident on Ohio Turnpike | Port Clinton Ohio accident lawyers

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A muliple vehicle accident has just occurred this afternoon on the Ohio Turnpike in Port Clinton. The accident was near mile marker 91 near State route 53.

Crews on the scene of the accident have states that a semi truck and a turnpike maintenace vehicle were involved in the crash. It is confirmed that one person was killed in the accident and the semi driver was seriosly injured and taken to a nearby hospital.

The crash remains under investigation.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Truck accident, call our Toledo, Ohio Truck accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Call 800.637.8170 if you have been injured in an accident to request your free copy of "The Ohio Accident Book"

Highway crash wrongful death suit | Toledo Ohio wrongful death lawyer

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

The widow of a man killed in an accident with a flatbed trailer has filed a lawsuit against the driver of the flatbed.

The accident happened on the night of June 30th. Stephen Hutinett, 52, was driving his Ford F-150 pickup when it cillided with a faltbed trailer that was bbeing towed by a dump truck. Stephen was killed upon impact and his wife, Sharon was seriously injured.

The lawsuit alleges that the trailer broke away from the dump truck and went into the path of Stephen's truck. The lawsuit also states that safety chains were not used, the trailer's rear brakes weren't working, and there were no working trailer lights. Both the driver of the dump truck and the owner of the trailer are named as defendants in the lawsuit.

If you have lost a loved one due to the negligence of another party you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio wrongful death lawyers are here to help you through every part of your case. They are experienced in handling all kinds of wrongful deaths and many other lawsuits.

Worker is injured at steel plant | Toledo Ohio work injury attorney

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Recently, a worker at Steel Systems Installations sustained a severe leg injury while working. It happened just before 6 a.m. A subcontractor was working in the welding shop and was moving stuff around. He was hit in the leg with a large piece of steel. According to the report he sustained a "severe, crushing" injurey to the leg.

Other workers immediately responded to the scene to help him. Emergency crews were called and he was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of his injuries.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers’ Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers’ Compensation Book”.

Chiropractic and exercise better than drugs for neck pain | Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyer

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

The question presented is this: what is the best treatment for neck pain?

Many people are suffering from neck pain today. We certainly do see a lot of it here at The Charles Boyk Law Offices. People come in after baing in a car accident and are suffering from neck pain. The solution? Drugs do help to ease the pain, but in a recent study done, it was found that chiropractic help and exercise are the best treatments for neck pain.

The study did a head-to-head comparison of various treatments for neck pain. Even a year later, there were differences between the spinal manipulation group and the medication group.

Dr. Bonfort and colleageus took a large group of adults with neck pain. The researchers then split them into three large groups and followed them for three months. One group made visits to the chiropractor, the second tool common pain releievers (in some cases, narcotics and muscle relaxants were used) and the third group received intructions and di at home exercises.

After these 12 weeks, 57% of thise that met with chiropractors and 48% of thise who did the exercises reported at least 75% pain reduction. Only 33% of the medication reported the 75% pain reduction.

Call 800.637.8170 today and schedule a free legal consultation with one of our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers.

Worker severs finger, firm fined | Toledo Ohio workers compensation lawyer

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A plastic manufacturer is being prosecutes after one of its employees severed a finger in an accident while on the job.

The worker, who was employed by DuBois Ltd, was working at their factory when his finger got trapped in the rotating dial of a color dosing unit. This is a machine that will add the color to plastic.

His finger, the left middle, was very badly injured and had to be amputated above the knuckle. On top of this he had to go through ten months of physiotherapy. He was unable to return to work for several weeks.

Through the investigation it was found that the safety guard which would prevent workers from contacting the machine, was removed. Dubois Ltd was fined for this incident.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers’ Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers’ Compensation Book”.

Uninsured vehicles | Swanton Ohio car accident lawyer

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

There are many vehicles on the roadway today that do not have car insurance. Roughly one in seven drivers are driving uninsured. The estimated precentage for 2009 was 13.8%

THe six states estimated to have the highest percentage of uninsured drivers are: Mississippi with 28%; Alabama and New Mexico with 26%; Tennessee, Oklahoma and Florida with 24%.

"Despite laws in many state requiring drivers to maintain insurance, about one in seven motorists remain uninsured. This forces responsible drivers who carry insurance to bear the burden of paying for injuries cause by drivers who carry no insurance at all." Elizabeth Sprinkel

People who do have insurance on their vehciles should carry the highest amount of uninsured motorist coverage available to them. In case if a crash with an uninsured or under-insured motorist, with the highest possible insurance, they will be protected.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Swanton, Ohio car accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Woman awarded $21 million in Wal Mart case | Toledo Ohio personal injury attorney

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

In 2008 Rebekah Blades suffered a life threatening injury at a Wal Mart facility. Rebekah was 26 at the time and an employee at the wal Mart distribution center.

At the time fo the accident she was working in one of the banana ripening rooms when a 3 foot metal plate that covered the top of one of the room's doors fell 30 feet on Ms, Blades. Her face was cut open and the nerves and musckes in her face were severed.

Rebekah had to undergo plastic surgery and reconstructive surgery on her face. She also developed seizures in the days after the accident and still continues to have them. Because of this, she cannot be alone and cannot care for her child.

The case was recently settled and the jury awarded Ms. Blased $21 million.

Verdict reached in workplace accident | Fremont, Ohio workers compensation lawyer

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Louie Meiers recently received a $4.1 million in damages for an accident that occurred while he was on the job. United Scaffold was ordered to pay the money to Louie after he was severely injured.

On May 31,2006 while he was working near a scaffold, a co-worker accidentally pushed a 4x4 inch board off the scaffold's walkway. Meier was hit on the head and suffered a severe head injury. At the time of the accident, there were no guards on the walkway to prevent boards from being pushed off, which is customary.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers’ Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers’ Compensation Book”.

Log truck crash lawsuit | Toledo Ohio truck accident attorney

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A jur recently rewarded a woman a $13 million settlement for the injuries she sustained from a truck accident.

The accident happened on September 14, 2005 when Kecia Huckleby, 17, was riding home with her boyfriend. they were on the highway when a log truck attempted to make a U-turn in front of them. Both Ms. Hucleby and the driver, Chandler Cumbley, sustained life-threatening injuries.

The jurors of the case found that the driver, the trucking company, and the Department of Transportation were at fault for the accident.

Kecia sustained a serious head injury and was in a coma. She has little memory of the accident or surrounding events.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Truck accident, call our Toledo, Ohio Truck accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Lawsuit filed on behalf of woman killed by monster truck | Toledo Ohio truck accident lawyer

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A lawsuit has been filed by the parents of a college student who was killed outside a club last May.

Kasey McKenzie was 23 when she died. She was exiting a club with some friends around 2 a.m. Eric Brent Crutchfield was driving his custom 2003 Ford F-250 truck out of a parking space and ran Ms. McKenzie over with both front and rear tires.

The suit states that the club was negligent because bartenders served Crutchfield past the legal limit and allowed him to get into his vehcile and drive, even though it was apparent that he was drunk.

Crutchfield was so drunk at the time that he did not realize he had even hit anyone. He was also driving under a suspended license and had ann illegal lift kit on his truck.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Truck accident, call our Toledo, Ohio Truck accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

WaveRunner collision | Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyer

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Yamaha has been found by a jury as responsible for a WaveRunner accident that happened in 2005. The accident killed 14-year-old Jaysell Perez. Yamaha failed to correct steering problems with the water scooter and then also failed to warn people of the hazards that were created by this failure.

The jury awarded $35 million to Jaysell's parents and to her best friend, Samantha Archer. Samantha was with Jaysell on the WaveRunner and was injured in the crash.

If you have been injured due to the negligence of another or have a loved one that was killed, you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers are here for you. They are experienced at handling personal injury cases and will work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

Call 800.637.8170 today to schedule a free legal consultation.

Tire failures | Toledo Ohio personal injury attorney

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Tire manufacturers have recognized that things like tire failures, blowouts and detreads are all forseeable events. Tire treads will wear with proper use and if not serviced properly, at some point they will fail after their inteded periods of use has expired.

Tire tread separation happens in a few different ways, one being caused by bonding problems in its manufacturing process. Something as simple as air trapped in the layers of tire during manufacturing can cause tread separation.

A number of cases involving tread separation have arisen lately. The detreading can result in something like a one car small accident all the way to large multi-vehicle accidents.

If you or someone you know is the victim of a defective tire, you need help. Call our Toledo, Ohio personal injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 and schedule a free legal consultation.

10 common safety violations in the workplace | Toledo Ohio workers compensation lawyer

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Every year millions of Americans are seriosuly hurt while on the job. Although workplace injuries and illness numbers are down, many companies continue to incur safety violations.

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) the ten most common citations for safety violations in 2011 were:

Fall protection (7139 violations)
Scaffolding (7069 violations)
Hazard communication (6538 violations)
Respiratory protection (3944 violations violations)
Lockout/tagout (3,639 violations violations)
Electrical, wiring methods (3584 violations)
Powered industrial trucks (3432 violations)
Ladders (3244 violations)
Electrical, general requirements (2863 violations)
Machine guarding (2728 violations)

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers’ Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers’ Compensation Book”.

Health care high on work injuries | Toledo Ohio work injury attorney

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

More workers are injured in the social assistance and health care fields than any other industry every year. Those injuries account for approximately one third of workers ocmpensation claims. The medical field and social assistance field is higher because of the physicality of the job.

If you work in he health care or social assistance sector and have been hurt while you are at work, you are not alone. Every day people are hurt while they aer working. it is important to know your rights. The Charles Boyk Law offices specializes in handling injured workers cases and will work with you.

We understand that this may be a difficult time for you, but we promise to walk with you step-by-step through the whole process. We will work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

If you have been injured on the job, you need an Ohio Workers' Compensation attorney. Call us at 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book and set up a free consultation today.

Funeral Set for Clay HS Student Killed in Crash | Toledo, Ohio truck accident lawyers

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

On the afternoon on January 12, 2012, Clay High School student Cody Van Hersett , 16, was driving down Navarre Avenue in Oregon Ohio when a semi truck turned in front of him. Cody was killed after his pick-up truck became wedged underneath the semi’s trailer.

Man Dead in Apparent Hunting Accident | Toledo, Ohio accident attorneys

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

One person has died from what officials preliminarily believe was a hunting accident.

A 911 call from Daniel Miller came in around 2:38 p.m. on January 10, 2012. Daniel informed 911 dispatchers that the shooting happened around 1:45 p.m.

Miller told dispatchers that his brother saw the victim, who was fatally shot, in Grand River Wilderness Area.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is still investigating the shooting because it occurred in a state park. The Trumbull County Sheriff’s Office is also assisting in the investigation.

Call 800.637.8170 to request your free copy of The Ohio Wrongful Death Book and schedule your free consultation. You need an experienced Ohio wrongful death attorney in order to get the compensation you deserve.

Settlement reached in tower collapse wrongful death | Toledo Ohio work injury lawyer

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A settlement was recently reached for the wrongful death case of two workers who were killed while on the job.

The two workers were about 40 feet up on a radio tower when a bucket truck that was being operated by an employee of Barnhart Crane & Rigging Co. backed over a guy wire that supported the tower. As a result of one guy wire breaking, another wire failed as well and the tower collapsed. The two men fell to their death depite being correctly tied off to the tower and practicing all fo the proper safety precautions.

Upon further investigation it was found that these deaths were entirely preventable. The driver of the truck admitted that he knew the location of the guy wires that he eventually struck. The driver did not use a spotter while he was backing up, which is company guidelines.

The two cases were settled for $3 million each by the familes of te two who lost their lives.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers’ Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers’ Compensation Book”.

3 Men Injured in an Industrial Accident | Sandusky Ohio Workers Compensation lawyer

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

The names of the three men seriously injured in an industrial accident in Sandusky County Friday morning have not yet been released.

According to reports, at the Martin Marietta Magnesia Specialties LLC plant, a 24-foot-tall rebar-strengthened concrete form collapsed.

Two of the men were flown to the University of Toledo Medical Center, the former Medical College of Ohio Hospital, and the third was taken by ambulance to Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center, Woodville Township.

When firefighters arrived, two of the workers had been pulled from underneath the collapsed structure, and the third was pulled out by other construction workers at the site. The men were alert and talking.

Both Martin Marietta and the Health and Safety Department are investigating the incident.

Man killed by truck in driveway | Toled Ohio truck accident lawyer

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A 54-year-old man was killed in his own driveway yesterday. Jack Drobot was splitting wood on his property and had been talking with a truck driver in his driveway. He climbed onto the side panel of the truck's cab.
After the conversation was finsished, Drobot got off of the truck, but the driver did not see him when he went to do a U-turn and his back tires ran over Jack.
He was taken by ambulance to a nearby hospitla where we was prnounced dead. The truck driver was driving under a suspended license at the time.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Truck accident, call our Toledo, Ohio Truck accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Dog and owner attacked by pack of dogs | Toledo Ohio dog bite attorney

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Eira Thomas was walking her one-year-old cocker spaniel along the beach when she and her dog were attacked by a group of five dogs. The dogs appeared to be Rottweilers.

Ms. Thomas had to be taken to the hospital while her dog, Bella, had to be put down. She stated that as they were walking along the beach the dogs just came out of nowhere and attacked.

A man arrived on the scene a short time later apologizing for his dogs and stating that he didn't realize she was there.

Ms. Thomas left the scene and rushed Bella to the hospital becuase of the serious injuries she sustained and then went to the hospital herself immediately after.

The police have not been able to locate the man and his five dogs though. They are continuing the investigation and looking for anyone who might have some information.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite attorneys at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Clay high school student killed in crash | Toledo Ohio car accident attorney

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

The Charles Boy Law Offices would like to extend condolences to frineds and family of Cody Van Hersett. Cody was killed after school on Thursday afternoon when his pickup truck crashed into a semi.
The accident happened around 2:30p.m. at the intersection of Wynn and Navarre in Oregon. Cody was 16 and a sophomore at Clay High School. He played hockey, was active in school and loved by many.
The driver of the semi, 78-year-old Lyle Scgmidt, was not hurt during the accident. Van Hersett died on the scene.
The crash remains under investigation.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Dog Bite Causes Woman to have her ring cut off her finger | Toledo Ohio Dog Bite Lawyer

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A 50-year-old woman was treated at Southampton General Hospital after she was bitten by a dog.
The injury caused her hand to swell up forcing the hospital to call in firefighters to have the ring on her ring finger cut off.
Reports sat it took roughly an hour and a half to cut through the ring made of titanium and nine blades of a jeweler’s ring cutter tool.
If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite attorneys at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.
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Woman Bit By Fighting Dogs | Toledo Ohio Dog Bite Lawyer

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Shauna Cooke was bitten several times on her hands, legs and side after she tried to separate two of her dogs that began fighting.
A neighbor said Cooke's family didn't want to talk with the media.
Reports say, six dogs in Cooke's care apparent went up to a fence after they spotted a person walking a dog along the street. Two of Cooke's dogs began fighting with one another, and Cooke intervened.
The mixed-breed dog that was injured in the fight with the pit bull had to be put down from injury.
Reports say If the pit bull is also not put down, they will face a 20,000 fine. Police were waiting last night to talk with Cooke's husband before possibly euthanizing the pit bull.
If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

What is workers compensation | Toledo Ohio workers compensation lawyer

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Workers Compensation, also known as workers comp or workmans comp, is a set of state laws designed to protect people that have been injured or disabled in the work place. Fixed monetary values are awarded to employees with medical bills and lost wages as a result of injury at the work place. For those workers killed on the job, benefits are also provided to beneficiaries of workers. These laws have been created to protect employers and employees. In order to prevent injured workers from abusing the system, the monetary values are limited and fixed.

Workers Compensation acts provide a system for hearings and judicial decisions by administrative law judges. General damages for pain and suffering are not included. If an injured worker feels as though there was a significant amount of damage due to negligence, he/she may waive their right to workers compensation and instead chose to sue the employer. The injured person also has the right to sue a third party that may have contributed to the injury or illness.

Employers can carry workers compensation insurance but there are federal programs to aid those injured in a workplace without insurance. In many circumstances, the injured worker is covered for accidents that occur as a result of negligence. The employer/employee may have to undergo job retraining for safety purposes after a workplace accident.

State laws regarding workers compensation varies from state to state and it also varies in different industries. It is important to seek out a lawyer who is knowledgeable in both industry and state laws.

15 Most Dangerous Dogs | Toledo Ohio dog bite lawyers

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

According to the Centers for Disease Control, there were 279 deaths as a result of attacks by dogs between 1979 and 1994.

The University of Pennsylvania’s Center for the Interaction of Animals in Society wanted to identify which dog breeds were more dangerous than others.

During the study, researchers based their results on a series of criteria including:
Owner aggression
Stranger aggression
Stranger aggression
Aggression toward other dogs
Rivalry with other dogs

According to the study’s scoring, researchers concluded that the following list of dogs were the 15 most dangerous:
Chow Chow
Akita
Giant Schnauzer
Papillon
Dachshund
Jack Russell Terrier
Llasa Apso
Miniature Pinscher
Chihuahua
Old English Sheepdog
German Shepherd
Rottweiler
Dalmation
Pitbull

Mixed breeds were not included in the study.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

DePuy ASR Hip Replacement Recall | Toledo Ohio personal injury attorneys

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

The DePuy hip recall is an issue that has affected many people around the U.S. A recent study showed that a five-year failure rate of the device is at 13 percent. The device was recalled by Johnson & Johnson in 2010, five years after its introduction into the U.S. market.

The DePuy ASR hip implant is meant to last approximately 15 years; however, it has shown that it can fail within only a few years of surgery. The victims of a faulty DePuy ASR hip implant may experience excruciating pain, and many times have to undergo complicated and expensive replacement surgery.

Symptoms as a result of failed Depuy hip replacements may include:
-Pain inflammation
-Hip inflammation
-Pain
-Fever
-Swelling around the joint
-Walking problems

If you are having any of these symptoms, contact your orthopedic surgeon. Your surgeon will recommend you undergo an X-ray procedure and special blood test to examine the level of metal particles in your blood. If your DePuy implant has failures that may threaten your health, your doctor may recommend implant to be removed and you may be entitled to compensation.

Woman shot by neighbor in hunting accident | Toledo Ohio hunting accident lawyers

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Cheryl Blair was walking her dogs in the woods behind her home on New Year’s Eve when a hunter shot her Saturday night, allegedly mistaking one of her golden retrievers’ tail for that of a dear. John Bergeron, a neighbor, fired a single shot from his rifle and the .50 caliber lead ball tore through Blair’s side.

Blair was rushed to Rhode Island Hospital, where she remains in intensive care. The pellet did not hit any vital organs but fragments still remain in her hip. Doctors suggest that 66-year-old Blair will suffer chronic pain and possibly walk with a limp once she recovers.

If you or someone you know has suffered from an Ohio hunting accident injury, contact our Ohio hunting accident lawyers at 800.637.817024 hours a day, seven days a week.

Nebraska Woman Allowed to Sue after Elevator Injury | Bowling Green Ohio workers compensation attorneys

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A Nebraska Supreme Court has ruled that a woman that was seriously injured in a fall down an empty elevator shaft at her workplace can sue a real estate company operated by her employers. Darlene Howsden was an employee of a Lincoln funeral home in 2009 when she attempted to cut through a makeshift hallway that employees often used. The hallway was through an elevator shaft by the top of an elevator car that usually rested on the basement floor of the building. Ms. Howsden was unaware that the car was not on the basement floor and fell 16 feet to the building’s basement floor and was severely injured.

She received workers’ compensation benefits but decided to sue the real estate company that owned the mortuary to recover additional damages. Roper’s Real Estate tried to convince the court that it is owned and operated by the same shareholders as Roper & Sons Inc. which operated the mortuary making workers’ compensation benefits Ms. Howsden’s sole remedy for damages. However, the court did not agree.

Ms. Howsden can now proceed with her lawsuit for unspecified damages, including lost wages, pain and suffering for the back injuries she received.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers Compensation Book”.

Call 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book and set up a free consultation.

Safety Lapses Contributed to Worker's Death in Virginia | Fremont Ohio workers compensation lawyers

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

The death of a Norfolk, VA., sanitation worker was casued by safety lapses and equipment failures. 51-year-old Jerry Holton, was crushed inside a recycling truck in February. A lack of safety training and both the city’s waste management department and worker failed to follow certain rules was cited in the report by a city safety officer. The report also explains that two safety systems on the truck did not work because the vehicle had been rewired to bypass the hopper door safety system. City officials have not been able to determine how the rewiring occurred. In October, the state cited Norfolk for 19 serious safety violations relating to the incident.

Facebook and your personal injury case Part 2 | Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyer

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

If you neglected to contact an attorney after your injury and have been swindled into a settlement, there is still a very slight possibility that you may be able to have the settlement agreement set aside and obtain additional compensation. The factors that Ohio courts seem to consider when deciding whether to set aside a settlement agreement are as follows:

No evidence of actual negotiation. In situations where there is no indication that there was any sort of negotiation between the insurance company and the victim, but rather the insurance company “threw out a number” and the victim quickly accepted, there is a chance that the settlement may be set aside.
Payment only for medical bills incurred. If the victim was only awarded money for his or her medical bills and nothing else, that factor may weigh in favor of the settlement being set aside.
Neither the victim nor the insurance company were aware of the victim’s injuries. Even if there is some type of negotiation, if neither the victim nor the insurance company were on notice of the true extent of the victim’s injuries at the time of the settlement, that may provide an argument for the settlement agreement to be set aside on the basis of a “mutual mistake.”
The settlement amount is the exact same as the amount of property damage. If the victim was only awarded money for the amount of property damage to the vehicle and nothing else, that factor weighs in favor of the settlement being set aside. Such a payment would indicate that neither the insurance company nor the victim contemplated the potential for incurring medical bills as a result of the accident.
The release was signed a few days after the accident. If the release in question was signed very shortly (i.e. within the same week) as the accident, that factor weighs in favor of the settlement agreement being set aside. This scenario seems to indicate an over eager insurance company taking advantage of a victim by the promise of getting them cash fast.

There may also be other arguments that a victim can make based on the given situation. However, it is important to keep in mind that a victim who settles early will be facing a steep uphill battle if they have to fight to get the settlement agreement set aside. In fact, chances are that even if someone has one or more of the above factors working in their favor, the court will still defer to the black and white language of the settlement agreement, particularly if it indicates that the settlement is for “all injuries, whether known or unknown.” That is why it is so important to speak with an attorney immediately following any motor vehicle accident or other personal injury claim.
If you have been injured in an accident, you can trust the attorneys at the Charles Boyk Law Offices, LLC to treat you with the care you deserve and work hard to maximize your recovery. Contact our personal injury lawyers today at 419-241-1395 or toll free at 1-800-637-8170

Woman bit by dog receives settlement | Toledo Ohio dog bite lawyer

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

The woman who was attacked by a Shih Tzu at Home Depot has recently settled her case against the dog owner.

The lawsuit stems from an incident lat April when Anne Riel was working at Home Depot as a greeter. The dog jumped from the cart and sunk its teeth into Riel. Part of her nostril was chewed off in the incident.

Settlement was reached between Riel and the dog owner's insurance company for a confidential amount, but she state that she is happy with the settlement and can now move on with her life.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Mailman released from hospital after bitten by dog | Toledo Ohio dog bite attorney

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A mail man was bitten on the hand and thigh on Monday while he was on his normal mail route. Around 11 a.m. two pit bulls attacked Mark Albert, 35.

Alberti was taken from the scene to a nearby hospital where he was treated for the wounds he sustained. He was released a short time after.

Alberti has been working for the postal service since 2001. He tried to use pepper spray on the dogs, but it did not deter them. While he was being attacked a couple of women drove by and threw rocks at the dogs, causing them to run away.

The dogs' owner is 26-year-old Reginald Gray. He said that his children had let the dogs out without his knowledge.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite attorneys at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

7-year-old boy bit by dog | Toledo Ohio dog bite attorney

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Luke Smith was playing with a family friend's pit bull just like he had done many times before. Luke, age 7, has known the dog since it was a puppy.

On New Year's Eve the dog grabbed Luke by the shoulder when he was petting him and started shaking him around. He had Luke like a rag doll and would not let go.

Animal control commented on the bite and said, "Even the best dogs can sometimes be unpredictable."

The dog was taken from the home and put down.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite attorneys at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Facebook and your personal injury case Part 1 | Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyer

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Ohio personal injury law firms such as the Charles Boyk Law Offices, LLC realize that insurance adjusters now more than ever are trying to get people to settle their car accident and other personal injury claims very quickly. Our advice is to not settle; always contact an attorney immediately after an accident.
The advice and guidance that an attorney can offer in these situations can be priceless, and having a professional on your side can give you the peace of mind that you deserve. An attorney will make sure that you get the proper medical treatment, are treated fairly by the insurance company, advise you of your legal rights, and will work hard to maximize your settlement.
Those who neglect to contact an attorney and instead settle on their own often find themselves undercompensated and left in serious trouble. This is because once you settle you have likely bought yourself all of the future problems that you may run into – problems that you may not have even anticipated.
Here at our office, we have heard the horror stories about victims who have signed settlement releases only to later discover that they will need tens of thousands of dollars in additional medical treatment. Just the thought of this can be scary.

If you have been injured due to another's negligence, you need help. Call our Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyers today. They will work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

OSHP investigates 14-month-old death | Toledo Ohio child accident lawyers

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

An accident on Friday night has left little boy dead. The accident happened around 9:00p.m. The reports say that a 14-month-old child wandered away from his family while they were working on a home imporovement project.

The child was then hit and killed by an oncoming car. The driver tried to stop in time to avoid hitting the child, but it was too late.

Emergency crews were called to the scene and the boy was pronounced dead.

If you or someone you know has a child who has been injured in a child accidents, you need information. Contact our Ohio child accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of Little Kids, Big Accidents.

Woman still feeling pain of dog bite | Toledo Ohio dog bite attorneys

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

It has been three months since Joyce Gilmore was bitten by a neighbor's dog, but she is still suffering from discomfort from that incident.

Gilmore, a former nurse of 24 years, was passing through the area where the dog was restrained when the pitbu bull lept out and attacked her. The dog bit her on her leg and would not let go. There was a lot of soft tissue damage. Ms. Gilmore stated that, “I still have a problem (with the leg). I never realized I’d still have so much swelling.” After working in the emergency room for so long she said that she had seen numerous dog bite but never realized how long the effects of the bite lasted.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Construction zone lawsuit | Toledo Ohio worker's compensation lawyer

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A lawsuit was recenty settled that involved a highway contruction zone incident and two injured workers. The lawsuit stems from an incident in December of 2009. On that day a 24-year-old driver of a Sara Lee truck was traveling on U.S. 31 in an active construction zone where the speed limit was 35 mph. The driver of the truck was going 65 mph and wad not being attentive to the road conditions. He failed to observe that a contruction truck, which was parked in accordance with regulations. The construction truck had activated the flashing amber strobe lights. The impact of the collision caused the truck to hit and injure two workers who were near the truck.

One of the workers who was hit was a 22-year-old from Mexico who came to the U.S. to work and support his family. As a result of his injuries one of his legs had to be amputated below the knee.

The other worker was a 26-year-old husband and father to a three-year-old son. This you man's leg was crushed as well and hos leg had to be amputated above the knee. His spleen was also removed, which destroyed his ability to fight off desease and infection. He has not been able to work since the accident and most likely will have great difficulty finding future employment.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers Compensation Book”.

Man killed in motorcycle accident | Toledo Ohio motorcycle accident attorney

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

The state police have released information saying that a 26-year-old man died after his motorcycle was struck by a turning vehicle.

Troopers say that Michael Bell was hit while he was riding his motorcycle south about 6:30 p.m. Mr. Belle was transported from the scene of the accident to a nearby hospital. He died a short time later.

The investigators say that the vehcile that hit Bell was driven by 19-year-old Paige Sylve.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a ATV accident, call our Toledo, Ohio ATV accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book.

Toddler bit in face by dog | Toledo Ohio dog bite lawyer

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A two-year-old girl who was bitten in the face this morning remains in stable condition in the hospital. The little girl was in a park when she was bitten by the dog about 7:30 a.m. She was transported to a local children's hospital.

The incident is still being investigated, but the girl is in stable condition. Initially, it was thought that the dog had been seized, but it was found that it was not.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Child hospitalized after dog bite | Toledo Ohio dog bite attorney

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A three-year-old boy was taken to a nearby hospital after he was attacked by a dog at a home on Tuesday.

Mykal Anders was bitten on the head by a great dane/lab mix at about 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 3rd. The boy was airlifted to the hospital for surgery on Tuesday evening and was in stable condition by Wednesday.

According to the dog warden, the dog was tied up in the kitchen of Loren and Terry Roach's home. The victim was at the house visitng when the dog bite occurred. The remains impounded.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite attorneys at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Another Lawsuit Filed Over The Cowboys Practice Field Collapse | Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyers

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A Dallas Cowboys spokeswoman that was injured when the team’s practice facility collapsed during a 2009 storm has filed a lawsuit. Jancy Briles, a member of the team’s public relations staff, is suing companies involved in building or designing steel and fabric structure. The lawsuit argues that Ms. Briles should recover damages for suffering “serious, disabling and permanent injuries,” caused by the collapse.
The Cowboys were conducting a rookie minicamp when the 88,000 square food building fell in a wind storm on May 2, 2009. After investigation, the National Institute of Standards and Technology determined that the structure should have been able to withstand wind guests between 55 and 65 mph.
Joe DeCamillis, special teams coach, suffered a broken vertebrae from the accident, scout, Rick Behm was left paralyzed from the waist down and player, Jerry Jones suffered a herniated disk in his neck. Each of them has settled claims totaling approximately $35 million from.
If you have lost a loved one due to the negligence of another party you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio wrongful death attorneys are here to help you through every part of your case. They are experienced in handling all kinds of wrongful deaths and many other lawsuits.

$1.9 Million Awarded to Family of Young Boy Killed by Bear | Toledo Ohio child injury lawyers

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A federal judge awarded $1.95 million to the family of a young boy killed in 2007 by a bear. The child, Samuel Ives, 11, was camping in American Fork Canyon whit his family when he was ripped from his family’s tent and killed by a black bear on the night of June 17, 2007. The District Judge, Dale Kimball said the U.S. Forest Service was required to warn the family that a dangerous animal was on the loose in the canyon after previous reports of a bear opening coolers and slashing tents.

Judge Kimball wrote that the Ive’s family “proved by a preponderance of evidence” that the Forest Service owed them a duty to warn the family of the earlier incidents. Lawyers for the Forest Service claimed that the government agency was immune from any litigation and it was impossible to prove that any action by the agency could have prevented the bear attack.

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Dog Bite Statistics | Toledo Ohio dog bite lawyers

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Dog bite losses exceed $1 million a year. In 2010, there were 34 fatal dog attacks in the U.S. More than 350,000 victims of dog bites are seen in emergency rooms each year. Also, 800,000 victims receive some form of medical care annually. According the data collected in the U.S. between 2001 and 2003, the CDC, found that there were approximately 4.5 million dog bites a year.
However, only 16,000 victims receive compensation from homeowners insurance companies and renters insurance companies. This means only 0.004% of victims- 4 out of every 1000-receive payment for damages caused. The insurers pay over $350,000 million to all victims, the average insurance payment for a dog bite case is $18,750.
We found this information at dogbitelaw.com
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$10.7 million awarded in work-related lawsuit | Toledo Ohio work injury lawyer

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A jury recently awarded a $10,702,449 to Brady Foret for a work related incident that occurred in 2009. Foret, a derrick hand for Key Energy Services. In the summer of 2008 Key Energy sent a mobile workover rig to Steart & Stevenson for refurbishment of the mast. After the work was completed, the rig was sent back to Key Energy. On its third day of use the Plaintiff was working 85 feet above ground when the rig experienced a collpase and Brady fell to the ground.

Upon investigation it was found that the rig only had two of the four safety pins. Mr. Forte suffered massive bodily and othopaedic injuries and a closed head injury.

3 injured in school bus crash | Toledo Ohio child injury lawyer

Thu, 05 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

An SUV collided with a school bus on Tuesday afternoon just after 4 p.m. Authorities say that an SUV driven by a 71-year-old man went into a ditch and then went airborne. The SUV then hit the school bus.

There were 37 students on the bus at the time of the accident and one 8-year-old boy received minor injuries. He was treated and the released.

The drivers of the SUV and the bus were also taken to local hospitals with non-life threatening injuries.

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2 truck accidents in one day | Toledo Ohio truck accident lawyer

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

Ross Lee was driving a 2011 Ford F-150 along Highway 85 when his vehicle crossed the center line. He drove his truck into the front passenger side of a 2000 Kenworth towing a tanker trailer. The Kenworth was being driven by Alice Jununen. Mr. Lee's F-150 was totaled.

Another accident along Highway 85 also occurred on Friday about 5 miles away.

According to the police report, James Davis was driving a 2006 Kenworth towing a taker trailer northbound on 85. He slowed his truck down to turn left off of the highway when a 2000 Freightliner towing a flatbed trailer driven by Charles Wolfe attempted to pass him in the soutbound lane. The front passenger side of Wolfe's vehicle struck the driver side of Davis' vehicle.

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Tow truck driver is killed in accident | Toledo Ohio truck accident attorney

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

A fatal crash is being investigated today after an accident that happened just after midnight this morning.

The accident happened when the 23-year-old victim was attempting to load a disabled Dodge pickup truck oto a flatbed trailer. As he was doing this, he was hit by a tractor trailer driven by 63-year-old John Rosenberger Jr.

He was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.

If you or a loved one have been injured in a truck accident, you have rights. Call our Toledo Ohio truck accident attorneys to discuss your legal options. We nderstand that this may be a difficult time for you and your family, but our attorneys will work with you to ensure you get the settlement you deserve.

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13 traffic fatalities over New Year's weekend | Toledo Ohio car accident lawyer

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:00:00 EST

The Ohio State Highway Patrol released a report stating that this New Year's weekend turned to be much deadlier that last year on Ohio roadways.

Troopers said that over the weekend there were 13 people killed statewide in automobile crashes. This is a large spike from last year where there were 3 fatal crashes.

The patrol also stated that nearly half the recent victims were not weare safety belts. The best way to be protected in an accident is by making sure that your safety belt is on.

If you have lost a loved one to a traffic related death or have been injured in an accident, you need help. Call our Toledo Ohio car accident lawyers and set up a free consultation.

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Sr 32 closed due to crash | Toledo Ohio truck accident lawyer

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

An early morning crash closed down Ohio 32 on December 16th. The accident happened around 2:45 a.m. when a utility truck did not turn with a ben on the road and drove through a nearby yard and hot a large metal utility pole.

Two men were in the vehcile at the time of the accident. The driver was trapped for about 30 minutes. He was tranported by helicopter while the other by ambulance to a nearby hospital.

The vehicle involved was a utility truck from JDH Contracting. POlice on the scene say that speed was a factor in the crash.

If you or a loved one have been involed in a truck accident, you need help. Call our Toledo Ohio truck accident attorneys today. They are experienced at handling Ohio truck accidents and will work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

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Car and Truck Collide | Toledo Ohio Truck Accident Lawyer

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

33-year-old James Hampton, Jr. died at Vanderbilt Medical Center Tuesday morning after crashing into an 18-wheeler truck.
Reports say, Hampton made a left hand turn in front of the truck as it entered Clarksville Pike from Briley Parkway at around 9:45 a.m.
Hampton was taken to Vanderbilt Medical Center in critical. The driver of the 18-wheeler, Justin Wilson, was not injured.
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Drunk Driver Hits Two Semi Trucks and Two SUV's | Toledo Ohio Truck Accident Lawyer¬

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

34-year-old Linda Kay Corlew who was driving under the influence the wrong way on I-85 in Braselton, GA was critically injured after she crashed into two semi trucks, a Chevrolet van and a Jeep Cherokee on I-85 in Braselton, GA.
Reports say, Corlew side-swiped the first semi truck, then spun out of control and hit a Jeep Cherokee and a second semi truck. The SUV spun around again and then finally crashed into the front end of a Chevrolet van and she was ejected from her Ford Explorer.
Corlew was taken to Northeast Georgia Medical Center in Gainesville where she is reported to be in critical condition.
Shawn Olen McDowell , the driver of the Chevrolet van plus a passenger from one of the semi trucks, name unknown, were also injured in the accident.
According to the Georgia State Patrol reports, Corlew was cited for a seat belt violation and charged with DUI as well as driving on the wrong side of the road.
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Man dies in head-on truck accident | Toledo Ohio truck accident attorney

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

An Ohio man was killed last week in a head-on collision with a pick-up truck. The accident happened about 5:15 p.m. On December 18 on State Route 183.

According to the State Highway Patrol, James Wriston's Monte Carlo was hit head-on by a Dodge Ram who went left of center as they attempted to pass a vehicle.

Mr. Wriston, 41, was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. Two people in the truck and a passenger in the car were injured as well.

It is unknown at this time whether alcohol was a factor in the crash.

If you or a loved on have been injured in a truck accident, you need help. Call our Toledo Ohio truck accident attorneys. They are experienced at handling truck accident injuries and will work to ensure you get the settlement you deserve.

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Settlement in work truck accident | Toledo Ohio work injury lawyer

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

A settlement was recently reached in a work-related case where a truck driver suffered a shoulder injury, neck inury, a concussion and traumatic glaucoma to his right eye.

The accident happened while Terry Franklin was a driver for Koch's Poultry. Mr. Franklin had picked up a load of chickens with his commercial vehcile and was transporting them to the processing plant. While he was travelling back, a drunk driver made a left hand turn in front of him, causing a collision of the two vehicles.

Mr. Franklin sued the bar where the driver had been prior to the wreck along with the uninsured motorist carrier for Koch's poultry. He also sued his place of employment for workers' compensation benefits.

Terry had to undergo neck surgery and still receives pain management for his neck pain. He is unable to go back to work as a truck driver as wel as a diesel mechanic, which are the only two vocations he has ever known.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers Compensation Book”.

Cost of healthcare increases with failure of hip implants | Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyer

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

Medical experts estimate that failed metal-on-metal hip implants may end up costing taxpayers, insurers and others billions of dollars.

One manufacturer of this metal-on-metal hip implant is Depuy. The problem with these is that the wear of the metal parts against each other generates debris that is damaging to the tissue and is some cases has crippled patients.

In September 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received more than 5,000 adverse events reports in the first six months of 2011 regarding all-metal hips, which was more than the agency had received in the prior four years combined. Then a study in England revealed that all-metal hips were failing at nearly three times the rate of hips made from metal-and-plastic components, which can last 15 years or more.

If you or a loved one have had a problem because of your Depuy hip implant, you need help.

Call our Toledo Ohio Depuy injury lawyers today at 800.637.8170 to set up your free legal consultation.

Pickup Truck and Semi Truck Collide | Toledo Ohio Semi Truck Accident Lawyer

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

The names of the Victims in An accident involving a 1989 Peterbilt semi truck and a GMC pickup that happened on Tuesday, December 6 at the intersection of Avenue 36E and Highway 80 in Wellton, Arizona, have not been released.
According to reports, the GMC pickup failed to stop at the stop sign on Avenue 36E and pulled out in front of the semi truck which was carrying manure, totaling both Vehicles.
Two people were taken by helicopters to Phoenix-area hospitals.
Firefighters found the semi truck completely crushed and upside down with fuel leaking onto the ground and onto the driver. The GMC pickup was about 70 yards from where the wreck occurred, and it was completely crushed as well.
Firefighters were able to remove both drivers, there was no passengers I neither vehicle.
The physical status of the two victims is currently unknown.
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Ohio man killed in pickup truck accident | Toledo Ohio car accident attorney

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

Harry Rush, 21, of Perrysville died early Christmas Eve morning when his pickup truck traveled off of the road and struck a utility pole. The crash occurred about 2:30 a.m.

Mr. Rush was traveling east on Ohio 97 east of gatton Rocks Road at the time of the accident. He was not wearing a seatbelt. The accident is still under investigation at this time.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Miami county fatal truck accident | Toledo Ohio truck accident lawyer

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

A Christmas day accident turned fatal for one Adams County man. We are sad to report that David O'Bryant, 41, was killed in a car accident.

The accident happened Christmas Day around 4 p.m. when the car he was driving attempted to turn left into a driveway. His car was struck by a pickup truck traveling in the same direction. It appears that the vehicle tried to pass him as he was turning.

The driver of the truck is identified as 20-year-old Dustin Kiser. He was not injured and refused treatment at the scene.

A woman riding in the car as well as a child were both taken to local hospitals and reported to be in stable consition.

If you or a loved one have been injured in a truck accident, you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio truck accident lawyers are experienced at getting you the settlement you need and deserve.

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Factory dust explosions | Toledo Ohio work injury lawyer

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

Every year there are people who are killed and severely injured by explosions that occur at factories. The explsosions are caused by finely powdered wood, metal or chemicals. Safety experts have been studying these threats for almost a decade, yet tighter regulations have yet to be placed on these factories by federal agencies.

Combustible dust has been linked to at aleast six deaths this year, five of these are separate incidents. This is a real problem of safety for workers in this environment. Checking for dust is not even on the checklist when factories are inspected for safety.

If you have been injured in a work related accident or have lost a loved on to a work accident, you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio work injury attorneys are here for you. They will work with you in this difficult time to get you the settlement you need and deserve.

Call 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book and set up a free consultation.

Work place injury settled | Toledo Ohio work injury attorney

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

The settlement in a tragic work accident has been settled. The lawsuit stems from an awful accident that took place while a father and son were working together.

Both father and son were employed at a company that worked with lumber. A piece of lumber was ejected out of the in-feed section of an industrial planer. The piece of lumber was ejected at such a high rate ofn speed that it traveled almost 40 feet before striking and killing both father and son.

The defendants in the case, United States Resources Inc. and Coe Manufacturing Company are the makers of this machine. Through testimony obtained it was found that the company did in fact know that the planer would kick-back lumber at high rates of speed during operation. The defendant's never warned the decedants of this deadly hazard.

The case was settled for a confidential amount in Jackson County, Florida.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers Compensation attorneys at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers Compensation Book”.

Man Attempts Suicide and Crashes into a Semi-Truck | Toledo Ohio Truck Accident Attorney

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

The name of a 21-year-old Springfield Township man that was critically injured this morning when he was struck by a semi truck has not been released.
Police say the man had gotten into an argument with his mother a short time earlier. He was upset and this may have been a suicide attempt.
According to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, he jumped from the shoulder into the path of the truck in the area of Dixie Highway and Norman Road at 10:39 a.m.
He is in critical condition at Genesys Hospital. The semi driver was not injured.

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Two Electricians Injured After Explosion | Toledo Ohio Workers' Compensation Lawyer

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

Two electricians were taken to hospital with facial burns after an explosion at the Raytheon Systems factory in Glenrothes.
The two men were injured when the circuit board they were working on burst into flames. The building was evacuated and the blaze was tackled by the fire service.
They were initially taken to Queen Margaret Hospital in Dunfermline under police escort but have since been transferred to Ninewells Hospital in Dundee. Neither of the men has life-threatening injuries.
The Health and Safety Executive had been informed.
The US Company specializes in defense and aerospace systems. Its work is focused on weapons and military and commercial electronics and it is the world's largest producer of guided missiles.
If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt at work you need information. Contact our Ohio Workers’ Compensation lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of “The Ohio Workers’ Compensation Book”.

Semi- Truck Bursts Into Flames | Toledo Ohio Truck Accident Attorney

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

On Wednesday, a double tanker truck carrying 8,800 gallons of gasoline and burst into flame on the eastbound Pomona Freeway.
The tanker stopped under the Paramount overpass and the big rig driver along with a passenger managed to get out of the truck in time without getting hurt.
No one was injured, but it was reported that a firefighter suffered a broken leg while fighting the blaze.
The incident caused extensive structural damage to the overpass and a portion of it is scheduled for demolition.
The biggest inconvenience will be to motorists who have to find alternate routes until the freeway is reopened.
The cause of the fire is not known at this time but is currently under investigation.
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Man killed on truck accident on I-90 | Toledo Ohio truck accident lawyer

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

A delivery truck ran into the rear of a tractor trailer on Monday afternoon. The passenger in the delivery truck, Steven Stewart, was killed in the collision. Steven,49, was from Albany, NY.

John Brooks, 28, was the driver of the delivery truck. He was taken from the scene of the accident by helicopter to a bearby hospital.

The driver of the tractor trailer, Sothene Agba Yamahore, 37, stated that he was driving slowly with his hazard lights on because of mechanical problems.

Eastbound lanes were closed from 4:30 to 10 p.m. Traffice got by on the left shoulder.

Call 800.637.8170 to speak with a Toledo Ohio truck accident lawyer today. Our Toledo area lawyers are here for you. We will work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

Semi-Truck Crash Kills Two People | Toledo Ohio Truck Accident Lawyer

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

Charles E. Boyk Law Offices sends their condolences to the two people that died after their car hit a semi-truck.

The Accident happened on Thursday around 12:50 p.m. at the Dane County intersection of Highways 73 and A in the town of Albion WI.

The victims were an 87-year-old man and an 81-year-old woman from Fort Atkinson. Their names have not yet been released.

The truck driver was not hurt.

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Man Killed When Trench Collapsed | Toledo Ohio Workers' Compensation Attorney

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

Graeme Scott was laying pipes into a trench in Glasgow's Cranhill Park when the trench collapsed.

A Co-worker of Scott, Thomas Brand jumped down into the trench and could tried to save him, however he was unsuccessful. Scott had been covered in debris and soil.

Scott died of a chest injury and probable suffocation caused by the trench collapsing on him.

Reports say that on the day of Scott's death, under the direction of foreman William Parry, neither of the two trench boxes, given to the men to work inside while in the trench, were used.

Police said, "The purpose of the trench box is to provide a safe working environment for those working within the trench by supporting the side walls and preventing soil slipping into the trench."

Sheriff John McCormick reported: "The death of Graeme Scott was entirely unnecessary and preventable had trench boxes and edge protection been used and the spoil deposited more than three metres from the trench edge in accordance with accepted good practice.

"Unfortunately, this event is one more example of health and safety practice, training and procedures being ignored in the interests of expediency with lethal results."

Man Dies Due to Machine Explosion | Toledo Ohio Workers Compensation Attorney

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

The name of the employee that died at the Mycelex Technologies Corporation on Woodsmill Road after a piece of machinery exploded, will not released.
According to reports, the man that died was the machine's operator.
The cause of the accident is a buildup of Chemical solution.
Mycelex deals with clean water technology and provides ways of removing oil and other contaminants. Its website states that it provides clean water solutions to the oil, gas and petrochemical industries, as well as marine, power, utilities and heavy manufacturing.
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Semi Truck Crashed and caught fire | Toledo Ohio Truck Accident Lawyer

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

A semi-truck crashed and caught fire on I-75 in Tennessee while going southbound near McMinn County.
The interstate was shut down so that LifeForce could airlift the injured truck driver. According to reports, a dispatcher was not able to say how many people were injured, but said that it was a single-vehicle accident.
One man for sure is in the hospital in critical condition.
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Iron worker crushes leg | Toledo Ohio work injury atorney

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

An iron worker has filed a lawsuit against Bechtel Power Corporation. The lawsuit states that Daron Nowark was working completing a construction project when his left leg was crushed between two pieces of metal, one weighing more than 15,000 pounds. The accident happened in November of 2008.

In addition to leg injuries, the lawsuit states that Nowark suffered great mental and physical pain and anguish, incurred medical costs, lost income and his earning capacity and experienced permanent physical disabilities because of the accident.

The lawsuit seeks a judgment of more than $500,000.

If you have been injured in a work related accident, you need help. Our Toledo Ohio workers compensation attorneys are here for you. They will work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

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Fatal truck accident shuts down expressway | Toledo Ohio truck accident lawyer

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

The eastbound lanes of Looyd Expressway were closed down because of a fatal accident between a dump truck and an SUV.

The accident happened when Ray Berry drove into the back of a dump truck stoppped at a stop light. Mr. Berry was trapped in the SUV and had to be extricated. He was taken to the hospital and later died from his injuries. His grandaughter, a passenger in the car, and the dump truck driver were not injured.

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Our Toledo area presonal injury lawyers are the best in the area and will work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

Trucker in accident identified | Toledo Ohio truck accident lawyer

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

Keith Buttd, 52, was working for J.R. Reed Motor Carrier about 6 a.m. on Tuesday when his truck slid on Route 116. The truck was pulling a flatbed trailer full of construction steel. The truck struck a support beam for the gas pump island and continued on until it came to rest on a steep embankment.

Mr. Butts was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. He was hauling steel to Canaan, Vt., at the time of the accident. There is not further information about the driver r his family.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident, you need help. Call our Toledo Ohio truck accident attorney today. They are exerienced at handling truck and personal injury cases in northwest Ohio. They will work for you to get you the settlement you deserve.

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2 trucks collide | Toledo Ohio truck accident attorneys

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

According to a release from the state highway patrol, David Karrick, 44, was the drivier of a 2011 Isuzu straight truck along CR 6 when he failed to stop at the stop sign at South SR 53. He collided with Ramond Williams, 53, who was driving a semi truck.

Both parties were transported to nearby hospitals. Mr. Karrick was taken to Mercy Tiffin Hospital and Raymond Williams was tansported by Life Flight to Mercy St. Vincent Hospital.

The crash remains under investigation. Alcohol and drugs are not thought to be factors and David Karrick has been cited for failure to stop at stop sign.

The accident closed the roadway for several hours because of damage to the pavement.

If you have been involved in a truck accident, you need our help. Our Toledo, Ohio truck accident attorneys are here for you. We understand that this is a difficult time for you and your family. We will work with you to ensure you get the settlement you need and deserve.

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Truck accident leaves semi in canal | Toledo Ohio truck accident lawyer

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

A three vehicle accident sent three people to the hospital. The accident involved a car, a truck, and a semi truck. Mnay details involving the accident, however, are still not known. The car and truck both landed on their sides, with th truck's axel broken. The semi-truck ended up in the lateral canal off of the road.

Highway Patrol says that three people were taken to the hospital and that items were scattered all over the roadways. The canal suffered structural damage from the accident.

The accident closed the road for a few hours until they could get all the items on the road cleaned up.

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Worker Injured After Falling Through a Roof Skylight | Toledo Ohio Workers' Compensation Attorney

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

23-year-old Martin Mundie was helping convert a pig shed into a workshop when he fell through the skylight in the roof, to the concrete floor and broke his arm and his wrist.

When he was taken to the hospital, he needed a bone graft and two operations to insert three plates and six pins.

Mundie’s boss, Joseph Adams, was fined $4500 for health and safety violations which contributed to the accident.

A Health and Safety Executive investigation found that Adams had not assessed any of the risks for his employees, had not put any safety measures in place or given his workers any safety equipment.

Alan Mackinnon, an inspector, said: "Mundie has been left with significant and lasting injuries that could easily have been avoided if Joseph Adams had thought about the obvious risks involved when working on a roof.

He did not provide any equipment to allow the men to work on the roof safely.

He could have arranged for his employees to work from a mobile elevated work platform, wear safety harnesses while they were on the roof or for properly fixed crawling boards with barriers to be used. Not providing any of these safeguards is simply unacceptable.

If Joseph Adams had taken simple safety measures, Mundie would not have sustained these injuries."

Man Dies in Enormous Dryer While Working | Toledo Ohio Workers' Compensation Lawyer

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

The Charles E. Boyk Law offices sends their condolences to the family of 46-year-old Eleazar Torres Gomez who, In Tulsa, Oklahoma, died inside an enormous dryer after he fell from a conveyor belt while trying to un-stick a jammed load of laundry.

Gomez worked for Cintas, which is the nation's biggest industrial launderer.

Cintas told the media after the accident that, “the company was saddened by the loss of a ‘dedicated employee-partner,’ but also pointed out that Torres Gomez had violated safety procedures.”

However, according to reports, other Cintas employees said that what Gomez was doing when he died was a common practice at the plant.

Huron woman injured when truck runs off the road | Sandusky Ohio Truck Accident Attorneys

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

The weather in Northern Ohio has been a strange one this year. Unseasonable rain and temperatures in the 50’s! During one of the numerous rain storms this year a full size pick up truck driven by a Huron woman rolled down a ditch and lodged into a swamp off the east edge of Cedar Point Road.
Driver Holly Duttera suffered facial injuries and was conscious when EMS arrived on the scene.
Sandusky paramedics got to the scene first and waded through knee-deep mud to pry the truck door open.
They put her on a back board and took her to Firelands Regional Medical Center where she remained until later that night.
Sandusky police Lt. Robert Vanscoy said the truck was traveling north on Cedar Point Road when it veered off the road to the left. Duttera then overcorrected. The truck came back across the road, went off the right side and plunged into the edge of a swamp, according to the report.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a Truck accident, call our Toledo, Ohio Truck accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Bicyclist still recovering after being hit by a minivan | Toledo Ohio Personal Injury Attorney

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

An area bicyclist is recovering from injuries she sustained serious injuries after being hit Monday night by a minivan.
Judith Daiello was listed in fair condition at Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo as of Wednesday afternoon.
The driver who hit her Trek Alpha 15 bicycle from behind on Ohio 269 is expected to be charged with failure to maintain assured clear distance, said Sgt. Joe Wentworth, of the Sandusky post of the state Highway Patrol.
Garrett L. Timmons, also was southbound in a 2000 Chrysler Town and Country minivan when he hit the rear of Daiello's bicycle, according to the report.
The collision caused Daiello to be ejected from the bicycle and thrown into a ditch off the right side of the road. Her bicycle also ended up there.
An ambulance initially transported Daiello to the Bellevue Hospital emergency room. A LifeFlight helicopter then flew her to Mercy St. Vincent.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a bicycle accident, call our Toledo, Ohio bicycle accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Worker sues after falling into hole | Toledo Ohio work injury attorney

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

Antonio Marco Torrres has filed a lawsuit against Eastman Chemical for a accident that took place on May 24th while he was working for Gregg Industries Insulators. Mr. Torres along with his co-workers were told to repair a steam leak near a room on the grounds of the Eastman Chemical Co. plant.

The lawsuit alleges that Mr. Torres was walking back to his truck to get his tools when the ground collapsed under him, causing him to fall into a hole.

The lawsuit claims that the defendant is accused of negligence for failure to provide adequate assistance and proper equipment to perform the job, failure to provide a safe place to work, fauilure to implement procedures that would protect workers and failure to adequately monitor the environment.

Antonio suffered 2nd and 3rd degree burns from the hot steam coming from the bottom of the hole.

If you have been injured on the job, you need help. Our Toledo Ohio work injury attorneys are experienced at handling all types of work injury cases and will work to get you the settlement you need and deserve.

Call 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book and set up a free consultation.

Semi-Truck Shuts Down Interstate | Toledo Ohio Accident Lawyer

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

An accident on Interstate 55/70 shut down all southbound lanes of the interstate Tuesday night.

Illinois State Police said a 70-year-old male who’s not will not be released, lost control of his semi, and crashed into the guard rail.

The accident caused the semi to become stuck and damaged about 300 to 400 yards of the guard rail.

All southbound lanes of the interstate were shut down for about two hours. A tow truck was eventually able to release the semi from the rail.

The driver of the semi was not injured and no other cars were involved.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Martin Marietta Materials Collapse | Woodville Ohio work injury lawyer

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

Around 9:30 on Friday morning an accident happened at the Martin Marietta quarry in Woodville. The company, which is based in Raleigh, North Carlina, is building a 50 million dollar expansion. At the time of the accident, the workers were constructing a kiln to procerss limestone.

The fire chief of Woodville said that a 20 foot stack of re-bar fell over, injuring 3 workers. The three workers were rushed to the University of Toledo Medical Center and St. VIncent Hospital.

If you have been injured in a work related accident, you need help. Our Toledo Ohio work accident lawyers are here for you. They will work with you every step of the way to ensure you the get the settlement you need and deserve.

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Car accident on South Byrne | Toledo Ohio car accident lawyer

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

A 9-car accident closed Byrne Road on Saturday night. Icy conditions are believed to have played a large factor into the cause of the crash.

The accident happened at the overpass on South and Byrne. Seven people had to be taken to the hospital from the scene. Salt trucks were on the scene of the accident trying to melt the ice.

Crews cleaned up the accident and then reopened the overpass.

IF you have been injured in a car accident that is not your fault, you need our help. Our lawyers are top car accident and personal injury lawyers in Toledo and will work with you to ensure you get the settlement you need and deserve.

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Bus Runs over Teen | Toledo Ohio personal injury attorneys

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

Ernest Lewis, 13, was attempting to board a bus in New York City before it drove away. He ran alongside the bus before it started to move and hit the side of the bus to alert the driver of his presence. As Lewis approached the bus’s middle wheels, he tripped and his legs fill under the bus. The bus started to move, running over his legs. Lewis suffered an injury to his right lower leg and fractures to his fibula and heel bone. He also underwent various surgeries and many months of rehabilitation. Lewis’s medical expenses amounted to approximately $283,000.

On Lewis’s behalf, his mother sued the New York City Transit Authority, alleging that the bus driver negligently moved the vehicle while Lewis was in the zone of danger.

Lewis, the plaintiff, was awarded $6.78 million.

If you or someone you know has a child who has been injured, you need information. Contact our Ohio child accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of Little Kids, Big Accidents.

Girl bitten by police dog at school | Toledo Ohio dog bite attorney

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

A 15-yearold high school student was recently bitten by a police dog that somehow got out of a patrol vehcile.

Both the dog's handler and two officers were at a local high school in Arizona putting on a presentation about gun safety when the dog got out. Students ran to the classroom where the demonstration was taking place to inform the handler the dog had gotten out. The handler ran our of the room and secured the German shepherd shortly after.

The girl who was injured was taken to the hospital with bites and scrathces. They believe that someone opened the door of the vehicle allowing the dog to get out.

If you have been bitten by a dog, you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio dog bite attorneys are here for you every step of the way. They will work with you to get you the settlement you need and deserve.

Call 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book and set up a free cosnultation.

Ban of cell phones likely in Ohio | Toledo Ohio car accident lawyer

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

The National Transportation Safety Board is calling for a ban on all types of cell phone use while driving. They say that driving and talking can be deadly.

Using a cell phone while driving has become a very common occurrence today. Some drivers wait for a red light to text, while others are doing as they are driving down the road. This poses a great danger for others around them.

The board is hoping the law will compel drivers to be safe. They are recommending that all states ban all uses of cell phones, even hands-free devices.

Ohio currently does not ban texting and driving, but Toledo banned texting and driving last year. Only a handful of people have been charged, however. The violation is a misdemeanor and requires a warrant to prove.

If you have been injured in an accident because of a distracted driver, you need an experienced attorney. Our Toledo Ohio car accident lawyers are here for you. They will work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

Call 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Accident Book and set up a free consultation.

Cochella Boy Killed in Hunting Accident | Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyers

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

A 14-year-old Cochella boy was killed in a hunting accident over Thanksgiving weekend. He was shot by his teenage cousin, a relative said on Monday.

According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, Isreal Delatorre of Cochella died on Saturday afternoon after he was unintentionally shot on Little Thomas Mountain Road near Garner Valley.

Guillermo Deltaorre, a hunting safety instructor since the 1990’s, was with the two boys on the deer hunt. Israel was the instructor’s nephew.

Guillermo’s son spotted a dear and Delatorre told Israel not to move, but he moved in front of the shooting range of the deer.

Sheriff’s department spokesperson Cpl. Courtney Donowho said the department has ruled the shooting as accidental and would not be releasing any more information out of respect for the family.

Treating a dog bite | Toledo Ohio dog bite lawye

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

If the dog bite you have sustained is to the head, ahnd or foot or leaves a deep wound that doesn't stop bleeding after 15 minutes of applying pressure, seek medical attention immediately.

If your dog bite does not fall into the above category, here are tips to follow for cleaning and treating your wound:

-Wash the area with gentle soap and water thoroughly.
- apply pressure to the wound with a clean towel to stop any bleeding.
-Cover the wound with a sterile bandage.
-If there is swelling, raise the wound above your head to help reduce it.
After a few hours, remove the bandage (unless woundis on the face).
-Treat the wound twice daily with antibiotic ointment.

If you have been bitten by a dog, you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio dog bite lawyers are here for you. They will walk with you step by step to ensure you get the settlement you deserve.

Call 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book and set up a free consultation.

Possible repairs for I-75 | Toledo Ohio car accident lawyer

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

I-75 runs right through Toledo, and is one of the most heavily traveled highways in the U.S.

Three local bridges are in need of repair from all of the traffice that they see. The bridge near Ceclilia Ave., the Stickney overpass and the Lagrange St. overpass are the ones that are in need of repair.

Theresa Pollick a representative from ODOT explains that, "The roadway is actually a moving structure, especially when you're on a bridge, so you've got a joint that seals the wtwo sections of road between the bridge deck and where it buts up to the pavement."

The bridge replacement is estimated to cost $40 million, but until the budget rolls around in 2015, they will continue to see repair.

Call our Toledo Ohio car accident lawyer today to request a free copy of The Ohio Accident Book and to set up a free consultation.

Toledo man indicted for intentionally causing crash | Toledo Ohio car accident lawyer

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

The Toledo man was indicted today by a Wood County Grand jury for charges stating that he intentionally caused a crash in Perrysburg Township last month.

Michael Garzynski was indcted on four counts of felonious assault and two counts of endangering children.

The charges stem from an incident that occurred on November 17th in which authorities say that he grabbed the sterring wheel of the vehcile he was a passenger in, intetnionally causing a crash. The vehicle flipped and went into a water-filled ditch on Route 199 south of Eckel Junction.

When police arrived on the scene they found Graczynski standing on the side of the orad outside of the vehicle while two women and two young children were trapped inside the car. he offered them no help.

If you have been injured in an accident, you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio car accident lawyers are here for you. They will work with you step-by-step to ensure you get the settlement you need and deserve.

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$3 Million in Workers' Compensation Case | Toledo Ohio work injury lawyer

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

A $3 million settlement was recently reached in a case where a contruction worker who was working as a flagman directing traffic on the highway, was tragically injured. The work injury caused him to become a C$ quadriplegic. At the time of the accident he was 31-years-old, married with a 6-month-old child.

The insurance company initially offered less than one million dollars. It was clear however, that the complexities, damages, and work needed to be done would not be covered in that settlement.

According to the suit, the victim had stopped several cars the day he was injured, but the driver of the last car in line ignored the order to stop. He sped around a line of vehicles and struck the claimant. Witnesses say he was thrown 15 feet in the air and 60 feet from the point of impact.

If you have any questions regarding a workers' compensation claim, please do not hesitate to contact our office.

Our Toledo Ohio work injury lawyers are here for you. They will work with you step by stpe through the whole process to ensure you get the settlement you need and deserve.

Call 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book and set up a free consultation.

Woman bit on head by pit bull | Toledo Ohio dog bite lawyer

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

A 21-year-old woman was at her mother's home on Tuesday when she was attacked by a dog.

The woman and her mother were arguing around 12:30n p.m. when the family's pit bull mix bit the victim in the head and would not let go. The mother attempted to pull the dog off of her daughter's back and when she was unsuccessful, she grabbed a kitchen knife and stabbed the dog twice.

The daughter was taken to an area hospital where she was treated for dog bite wounds to the scalp.

If you have been injured by a dog, you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio dog bite attorneys are here for you. Call 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book and set up a free consultation.

VTE linked to Yaz Use | Toledo Ohio Yaz attorney

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

The FDA reviewed two studies done in 2011 that linked drospirenone-containing birth control pills to an inreased risk of blood clots. The preliminary results of these tests showed a 50 percent increased of VTEs in women taking these pills.

VTE (venous thromboembolism) is a clinical condition also called deep-vein thrombosis or pulmonary emblosim. In layman's terms, they are clots that usually originate in the legs and can travel to the heart and /or lungs. Treatment of this condition usually involves blood thinners to wear down the thromboembolism.

If not caught on time, however, VTEs can cause serious health complications including death.

If you or a loved one has experienced a health complication du to Yaz, you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio Yaz injury lawyers are here for you. They will work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

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Woman hospitalized after pit bull attack | Toledo Ohio dog bite attorney

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

Emergency crews were called to the scene of a dog attack last Friday.

The woman, who was not identified, was flown by helicopter to a nearby hospital. When the emergency crews arrived they found the woman lying on the ground and two men laying on the two dogs. Both dogs were pit bulls.

The woman suffered numerous bites to the head, arms and body. Following surgery, she was listed in stable condition.

If you have been injured by a dog, you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio dog bite attorneys are here for you. They are top attorneys in the Toledo area and will work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

Call 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book and set up a free consultation.

Yaz kills | Toledo Ohio Yaz attorney

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

On November 12th Rebecca Bapp sent her mother a phone message telling her she was not feeling well and was having trouble breathing. She didn't thing she could drive herself to the doctor and so she had her parents take her to north Country Hospital in Vermont. Six hours later, Rebecca was dead. Her parents requested an autopsy to try and figure out just what happened.

The autopsy showed that Rebecca died because of a bloof clot in her lung, caused directly from her birth control, Ocella. Ocella is more popularly known by its generic version Yaz.

Yaz has been wreaking havoc on young women causing many serious health complications, including death. If you or a loved one have experienced health problems from Yaz, Yasmin or Ocella, you need help. Our Toledo Ohio yaz attorneys will work with you to ensure that you get the settlement you deserve.

You should not wait any longer. Call 800.637.8170 to schedule a free consultation today.

Bayer promoted non FDA approved benefits of Yaz | Toledo Ohio yaz lawyer

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

It appears that sales representatives for Bayer were encouraged to promote Yaz for Premenstrual Syndrome even though this is not something that the FDA had approved. Yaz was approved for premesntrual dysphonic disorder but not for premenstrual syndrom.

Bayer officials intentionall marketed Yaz birth control for unapproved uses. They mislead consumers about these benefits and downplayed the risk factors associated with their drug.

Bayer is currently involved in over 10,000 lawsuits where women allege that the drug make failed to warn of the drug's increased risk for blood clots.

If you have experienced a blood clot or any other health complication because of Yaz, Yasmin or Ocella, you need help. Call our Ohio Yaz lawyers to get the settlement you deserve.

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$135K in dog bite settlement | Toledo Ohio dog bite lawyer

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

A woman recently won a settlement for the amount of $135,255.27 for the dog bite case in which her 2-year-old daughter was bitten in the face.

The accident happened in April of 2010 when the woman dropped her daughter iff at her siter's house. The mother was told that the dog would be secured for the little girl's visit. During this time someone let the mixed-breed dog out of its cage and it bit the little girl.

She had to undergo 6 facial injections and about 40 facial stitches.

The court has given permission to accept the structured settlement from the girl's aunt's homeowner insurance company.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a dog, you need our help. Charles E. Boyk is a top dog bite attorney in Toledo and will work with you to ensure you get the settlement you need and deserve.

Call 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book and set up a free consultation.

Car crash kills Toledo woman on Airport Highway | Toledo Ohio car accident lawyer

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 08:00:00 EST

It grieves The Charles Boyk Law Offices to report that a fatal accident occurred last night on Airport Highway on the bridge over the Ohio Turnpike.

The name of the victim has not been released yet due to pending notification of relatives.

According to Ohio Highway Patrol the accident happened around 8:45 on Monday night when Gary Cleland of Swanton crossed the center line and struck the victim head on with his pickup truck. Mr. Cleland was taken to The University of Toledo Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries.

The accident remains under investigation.

If you have lost a loved one to a car accident, you need help. This is not an easy time for you, and The Charles Boyk Law Offices is here for you. We are experienced at handling these types of cases and will work with you through this hard time.

If you would like more information, call 800.637.8170 to request your free copies of The Ohio Accident Book and The Ohio Wrongful Death Book and set up a free consultation today.

Wet Roads Cause Crash | Toledo Ohio Car Accident Lawyer

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

Steve Smith lost control of his 2003 Chevy Impala and died this past Tuesday at 6 am. Smith’s car spun out of control on the wet road of Highway 55 and crashed into another car when his crossed the center line.

He hit a 1968 Chevy Impala, driven by Robbie Anderson of Campbellsville. Police say a third vehicle, driven by Whitney Judd, then hit Anderson's car.

Smith was taken to Taylor Regional Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Anderson and Judd were also taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Beaumont birth trauma suit | Toledo Ohio Birth Injury Lawyers

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

Kimberly VanSlembrouck is grateful for the $144 million jury verdict against William Beaumont Hospital that'll ensure her brain-injured daughter gets the care she needs for life.

The lawsuit was filed in 2006 on behalf of Markell VanSlembrouck who is now 15. She suffered severe brain injuries at the Royal Oak hospital during birth because a cesarean should have been performed on Kimberly. But instead, the 10-pound, 12-ounce Markell was forced through the birth canal, causing her to suffer a fractured clavicle, hemorrhaging and severe brain trauma.

The civil jury consisted of eight members. They reached the verdict Tuesday after three days of deliberations in the three-week trial in Oakland County Circuit Court.

The hospital disagrees with the jury's verdict and plans an appeal claiming the injuries are genetic.

The injuries resulting from traumatic brain injuries are often permanent. Cases involving brain injuries have substantial value for both jury verdicts and settlements. Individuals who sustained brain injuries and their families should contact Charles E. Boyk Law Offices, LLC to determine their legal rights. Our office will start working on your case immediately and begin gathering evidence to prove and win your case

Sandusky accident pins sanitation worker onto the back of the garbage truck | Sandusky Ohio Truck Accident Attorney

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

Sanitation workers do have a dangerous job. While they are picking up garbage along the side of the road they have to be on the lookout for cars and trucks along the road. Unfortunately one man wasn’t so lucky yesterday and ended up being pinned in-between a car and the back of the garbage truck.

Canfield-Hartley employee Chris Thompson, was loading trash into the back of the garbage truck around rush hour on Monday November 28, 2011. Thompson was struck by a 2010 Chevy Malibu. The crash had him pinned between the car and truck where he remained for about 45 minutes while local Fire and EMS departments tried to free him. He suffered severe injuries to his waist and legs and was flown to the University of Toledo Medical Center late Monday night where he was listed in serious condition.

The Chevy Malibu’s driver — Anthony Demore, of Sandusky — was also injured and taken to Firelands Regional Medical Center which is located in Sandusky Ohio.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car ac cident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Felony charges expected against driver in double hit-and-run | Toledo Ohio Personal Injury Lawyer

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

Police have a 38-year-old man in custody facing Felony charges. He is a suspect of a hit and run incident that injured a 19-year-old woman and a 20-year-old man Friday night.

The two victims are Clinton Township residents. They were hit by the man in a pick up truck around 7 on Friday. The accident occurred on 15 Mile Road, east of Griswald Street in Clinton Township.

According to witnesses the suspect did not brake or stop at the scene. The victims were taken to Mt. Clemens Regional Hospital where the 19-year-old was in extreme critical condition with head trauma and the 20-year-old was in serious, but stable condition.

An eyewitness followed the suspect and got the plate number and a description of the vehicle. Police arrested the suspect, a Macomb Township man, within hours of the incident.

Pregnant Mother dies in Car Crash | Toledo Ohio Accident Attorney

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

Charles E. Boyk Law Offices is sad to report; a Tampa mother who was 6 months pregnant has died after being hit by a car Wednesday night.

Two women Monica Alvarez and Shanita Little were walking to the store along N 43rd Street when a driver going in the same direction hit them.

Alvarez, who was 6 months pregnant, and her one-year old daughter Imani Golden were airlifted to Tampa General Hospital.

Doctors were not able to save Alvarez. They performed a c-section to remove her unborn baby boy, but the child did not survive. Her daughter Imani is in critical condition with injuries to the head and lungs and is listed in critical condition.

The other mother and child, Shanita Little and Marquisha Wilson, were taken to St Joseph's Hospital. Police say they were banged up and had some cuts, but were now stable and recovering.

Police said both the darkness and the lack of sidewalks played major roles in the crash.

The driver is a 25-year old man that claims he didn't see the women and their strollers until it was too late.

It's not clear whether he will face any charges. Alcohol and drugs were not the cause of this accident.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy ofThe Ohio Accident Book.

Car accident puts Wal-Mart into darkness on Black Friday | Port Clinton Ohio Car Accident Attorneys

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

Some were lucky enough to get in, grab the items they were waiting for and get out, while some weren’t so lucky. The Wal-Mart in Port Clinton Ohio literally became black on Black Friday. Wal-Mart opened at 10p.m. on Thursday November 24, 2011; many rushed in for the big ticket items they had been waiting for, got what they needed and were out of the store right before the power went out.

Other excited shoppers were stuck inside the dark Port Clinton Ohio Wal-Mart due to a power outage caused by an injury accident. An excited driver lost control of their vehicle on State Route 163 and crashed into a transformer. The transformer also caught on fire leaving residents from Port Clinton to the Village of Marblehead without power for over an hour.

Check back for more details about this car accident on Saturday November 26, 2011.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Port Clinton, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

McDonald's wasn't good enough | Toledo Ohio Dog bite attorney

Thu, 24 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

McDonald’s worker Brandy Ramsey went to hand a customer his breakfast when a black Labrador lunged out the vehicle’s window and bit her pinkie finger.

“I grabbed my hand and saw blood gushing out of my pinkie,” said Ramsey, who works at the Milan Road McDonald’s. “I screamed and he yelled at the dog.”

Ramsey ran to the sink and the customer drove off.

Ramsey told police the man was wearing a pullover with “Perkins High Basketball Coach” emblazoned on it.

“The only thing I’m upset about is that he didn’t even apologize,” she said. Ramsey later showed police the two puncture marks on her finger. She didn’t want to press charges and only wanted the incident documented.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Teen killed in car crash | Toledo Ohio car accident lawyer

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

On Monday, truck driver Herschel Roberts was sentenced to three years in prison for driving over a bicyclist in September of 2009.

The accident happened when Herschel was driving a 26,000 pound truck and failed to see bicyclist Sylvia Bingham. Sylvia had stopped just behind the truck and was about to proceed through the intersectio,n when Herschel made a wide right turn without putting on his turn signal. By law, Hershel had a duty to look in the truck's mirrors before turning.

Ms. Bingham was a 21 year-old experienced bicyclist who had just recently graduated from Yale Unviersity. She was working in Cleveland and on her way to work when she was hit. Mr. Herschel did not realize he had hit anyone and never stopped.

If you have lost a loved one to an accident like this, you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio bicycle injury lawyers will help you get the settlement you deserve.

Call 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Accident Book and set up a free consultation today.

Our Toledo, Ohio peronsal injury lawyers are experienced at handling many different kinds of cases and will work with you every step of the way.

Unfit to judge | Toledo Ohio Personal Injury Attorney

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

A Texas family-law judge no longer can be prosecuted for savagely beating his teenage daughter in 2004. But that doesn't mean he should be immune from punishment for his brutal act.
Hillary Adams, who has cerebral palsy, was 16 when she set up a video camera in her bedroom because she'd been beaten before. Her father, Judge William Adams, was angry because she had illegally downloaded videos on her computer. With the hidden camera rolling, he delivered 20 hard hits with a belt as she screamed and pleaded for mercy.
Because the statute of limitations has expired, police say the judge cannot be charged with injuring a child or other assault-related crimes. He is relieved of his duties while a judicial conduct commission and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services investigate.
A family services agency also is involved. Although Ms. Adams and her mother no longer live with the judge, he has joint custody of a 10-year-old daughter.
It is unconscionable for any adult to assault a child, but the offense is even more egregious for a judge. In the past year alone, Judge Adams has handled nearly 50 cases in which he evaluated whether parents were fit to raise their children.
Since the video was posted on YouTube, questions have been raised about the judge's rulings. Yet he remains unrepentant, telling a TV station that the video "looks worse than it is."
One glance at the video proves him wrong. His claim that Ms. Adams is trying to get back at him for reducing her financial support is irrelevant.
Texas officials say they've been flooded with calls to remove Judge Adams from the bench. They should promptly comply. Anyone whose own conduct is so abhorrent must never again be in a position to sit in judgment of another family.
If you have been injured due to negligence of another party, you need help.. Call our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Wrongful Death Book and set up a free consultation.

Man charged with animal cruelty for stabbing dog | Toledo Ohio Dog Bite Attorney

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

A north Toledo man, who stabbed his dog six times because the dog bit his hand, has been charged with animal cruelty.
The charge against David Riling, Jr., is a misdemeanor, said John Dinon, director of the Toledo Area Humane Society. The "pit bull" was later euthanized by the Lucas County Dog Warden because of its injuries and because it was aggressive, Mr. Dinon said.
Mr. Riling told Toledo police officers he was eating dinner Tuesday night when his "pit bull" tried to take his food, police reports state. He said he pushed the dog away and it bit him, cutting a finger on his right hand and his left thumb.
Mr. Riling called police about 11 p.m. to report the bite, and said, "The dog bit me, so I'm going to kill him," according to the report. He then followed the dog into the basement with a knife, to "show the dog who was superior." While in the basement, the dog lunged at him, according to the report he told officers, so he stabbed the dog in the neck and throat six times.
Officers later arrived, and Mr. Riling told them he wanted the dog removed from his home. Authorities said that Mr. Riling appeared intoxicated while they were there taking the report, and admitted to drinking "a few beers." Mr. Riling told the officers he was heading to Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center for treatment.
The dog was taken to an emergency clinic, and was transferred to the dog warden Wednesday. Mr. Dinon said that animal cruelty cannot be charged as a felony in Ohio for a perpetrator's first offense, regardless of the incident's severity.
If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

East Toledo dog bite causes car crash | Toledo Ohio dog bite lawyer

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

On Tuesday, Toledo police were called to a residence on East Broadway around 7 p.m. after a pit bull bit its two owners, causing severe injuries. Police could not even get to the victims when they arrived and so they were forced to shoot the dog.

While police were on the scene a driver slammed into the sheriff's car along east Broadway, causing a chain reaction crash. The driver of the vehcile was arrested.

Both the names and the conditions of the dog bite victims have been released. Both dog bite vitims were taken to St. Vincent Medical Center.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Injury Accident on Bancroft | Toledo Ohio car accident lawyer

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

An accident that occured early on Monday morning left two people, one being a toddler, injured. The accident happened when a vehicle attempted to change lanes while they were headed east on Bancroft. When they nearly hit another car, the driver over corrected to avoid a collision and lost control. The car slammed into a utility pole.

The woman and her child were taken from the scene to St. Vincent Medical Center.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Ottawa County Crash Leaves One Woman Seriously Injured | Toledo Ohio Car Accident Lawyer

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

Ashley Tennant was flown to Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center in Toledo with serious injuries following a car versus truck crash Tuesday afternoon in Portage Township.

Tennant was headed north on Ohio 53 at around 3 p.m. when she was struck by an International box truck headed west on Ohio 163.

According to the report Troopers are still trying to determine if Tennant was attempting to turn left onto Ohio 163, or if she was planning to continue north on Ohio 53.

The markings at the crash scene made it difficult to determine her intended direction of travel.

Tennant suffered serious injuries and was unconscious when rescue crews arrived. As of late Tuesday her condition at the hospital was not available.

The driver of the truck, Brian O'Neill, was not injured.

Troopers are still investigating, but they suspect Tennant was at fault in the crash. There's no indication alcohol was a factor.

Bowling Green State University Student Killed In Accident | Bowling Green Ohio Accident Lawyers

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

The Charles E. Boyk Law Offices is saddened to report that a Bowling Green State University student has passed away after a car accident in Lucas County.
The collision occurred at the intersection of Brint and Washburn Roads in Richfield Township, right outside the village of Berkey.
Kathleen Smallman, was driving southbound on Washburn Road at around midnight on Tuesday. According to the report Smallman stopped at the stop sign, but then failed to yield at the intersection to a 2002 Chevy Silverado pickup truck. It struck her vehicle on the left side. Smallman was pronounced dead on the scene.
Smallman was a Metamora, Ohio native, studying journalism and pre-visual communication at BGSU.
According to the report both of the drivers were wearing seatbelts. They do not believe alcohol or drugs were a factor. There is currently no indication as to why Smallman failed to yield at the intersection.
Sylvania resident Kevin Russell was driving the other vehicle. Highway patrol said he was not injured in the crash. The accident is still under investigation.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Bowling Green, Ohio car accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Semi truck crash closes I-90 | Toledo Ohio Truck Accident Attorney

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

Last week the Eastbound/Westbound lanes of Ohio Turnpike were closed for a couple hours after a semi truck carrying vehicles lost control. The semi truck not only lost control but also flipped and caught on fire. Driver and passenger escaped, but vehicles were scattered all over road.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a semi truck accident, call our Toledo, Ohio truck accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Fatal Dog Mauling | Toledo Ohio Dog Bite Attorney

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 08:00:00 EST

Investigators in Lorain County said the fatal dog attack was a horrible accident.

According to investigators and the police report, Michael Williams, died when he was mauled by a pack of nine dogs that belonged to his father. The attack happened at his father's house on State Route 511 where Williams was found dead in the driveway.

"My heart breaks," said the victim's father. Michael Kywa who also spoke to FOX 8 News, "I wish it happened to me and not to him."

Kywa wasn't home when the dogs attacked but they were normally allowed to roam around the fenced-in yard.

Dr. William Fox is the veterinarian who was called to the scene where he said the victim's dad was clearly distraught. "He was shocked, totally shocked, like all of us about this situation," said Dr. Fox. "He continually asked me, 'Why it happened? Why it happened?'"

Fox eventually euthanized seven of the dogs at the scene, where two were already killed by responding officers. "By putting them to sleep, it took a lot of the liabilities away. We probably couldn't find homes for them, under Ohio laws, any dog that's attacked a human is considered vicious and dangerous," said Dr. Fox.

Investigators say the dogs were various breeds, including Mastiff and Pit-bull mixes. Before Tuesday, neighbors like John Schmidt say they never turned on anyone.

The coroner has not ruled on an official cause of death, but that's likely to be released soon. Investigators say it appears to be a case where the dogs turned on someone but they may never know what triggered the animals.
If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Volunteer for County struck at accident scene | Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyer

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 08:00:00 EST

Monday night a Mercer County emergency response volunteer was seriously injured while working at the scene of an accident.
Mercer County Sheriff Jeff Grey said Marvin D. Collins, 56, of Fort Recovery was struck while assisting with traffic control on US 127.
Grey said Kameron J. McCarty, 21, drove over an orange reflective traffic cone and struck a parked pickup truck, pushing it into another parked pickup truck, with both trucks striking Collins.
Collins was taken to Mercer Health by St. Henry EMS, then transferred by medical helicopter to Miami Valley Hospital.

Both McCarty and his passenger were not injured in the crash. Farmer was arrested at the scene on an outstanding warrant held by Celina Police Department for theft. Grey said deputies also found a syringe during their investigation. Charges of possession of drug paraphernalia are pending and expected to be filed at a later time.
If you have been injured du to negligence of another party, you need help.. Call our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Wrongful Death Book and set up a free consultation.

Bicyclist injured in hit and run | Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyer

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 08:00:00 EST

Police are looking for the suspect in a hit and run accident involving a bicyclist.
The truck was heading east on Perkins Avenue when it struck a person on a bicycle. Police are continuing to search for the driver, who fled the scene of the accident.
The victim of the crash was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.The crash knocked the bike and its rider off the road. A witness told police the driver was in a black pick-up.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a motorcycle accident, call our Toledo, Ohio motorcycle accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book.

Search Continues for man who hit bicyclist | Toledo, Ohio bike accident lawyer

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 08:00:00 EST

Late Tuesday a black pick up truck struck a bicyclist in Perkins and fled the scene of the accident. Police are continuing their search to find the driver of the truck.
About 11:15 p.m. the truck was headed east on Perkins Avenuewhen it struck the cyclist just east of Hayes Avenue. The collision knocked the bicycle and its rider off to right side of the road, into a patch of mud and grass.
The bicyclist's name was not immediately available, but police said his injuries didn't appear to be life-threatening.
Shortly after the accident the victim was conscious and speaking with the firefighters. He was loaded into an ambulance and taken to Firelands Regional Medical Center.
One witness told police this: "It's a large, oversized black truck." The witness told police there were no other unique markings on the truck - but it was an older-style pickup.
The witness said the truck swerved and she saw a flash of metal "that almost looked like something fell off the truck," Hilton said.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a motorcycle accident, call our Toledo, Ohio motorcycle accident lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book.

Michigan man injured in train/semi accident

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 08:00:00 EST

Authorities in Wood County said a Michigan truck driver was hurt Wednesday morning after he drove his tractor-trailer into the path of an oncoming train at a crossing on U.S. Rt. 6 near Bradner.
Lawrence Esler, of Rapid River, Mich., was airlifted to the University of Toledo Medical Center, former Medical College of Ohio, after the 9 a.m. crash. Wood County Sheriff Mark Wasylyshyn said Mr. Esler appeared to have leg injuries and did not lose consciousness at the scene, though officials hadn't been able to get an update on the man's condition.
The CSX Transportation train hit Mr. Esler's truck on the driver's side near the door. Authorities were still investigating why Mr. Esler didn't stop at the crossing, which is equipped with signal lights and gates.

Call 800.637.8170 to sepak with one of our Toledo, Ohio truck accident lawyers and set up a free consultation.

Boater swims to shore after falling into Lake Erie | Toledo Ohio personal injury attorney

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 08:00:00 EST

According to a report a 52-year-old woman who fell into Lake Erie from a boat heading from Michigan to Ohio swam to shore and was found and seemed to be suffering from hypothermia.
The Monroe County, Michigan's sheriff's department said in a statement that the husband of Amy Nearhood of Temperance reported Sunday night that she went overboard around the mouth of the River Raisin. Boats and helicopters searched the water near Monroe for her.
More than an hour after she was reported missing, an employee at DTE Energy Co.'s coal-fired plant in Monroe found Nearhood walking on the utility's property. She was taken to a hospital for treatment of hypothermia.
According to the report the boat was heading from the Monroe area to the Ottawa River Yacht Club in Toledo, Ohio, when she fell overboard.
If you or someone you know has been involved in an accident, call our Toledo, Ohio personal injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Ohio Amish men arrested in attacks | Toledo Ohio personal injury attorney

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 08:00:00 EST

Four Ohio men who are believed to be members of a breakaway Amish group have been arrested for allegedly going into the home of an Amish man and cutting his hair and beard with scissors.
It's common practice for married Amish men to have beards. The attack on the 74-year-old man in his Holmes County home Tuesday night was believed to be an attempt to degrade and insult him. Likewise, Amish women do not cut their hair based on biblical teaching.
A Jefferson County deputy said authorities arrested Johnny Mullet, Lester Mullet, Levi Miller, and Lester Miller.
If you or someone you know has been involved in an accident, call our Toledo, Ohio personal injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

The Pool Safety Law Is Not Working | Toledo Ohio personal injury attorney

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 08:00:00 EST

Pool safety is a crucial component any pool owner should have on file. As in 2002 when seven year old granddaughter of former Secretary of State James Baker died in a hot tub in northern Virginia. The girl died as a result of being trapped by the drain of the spa.

As a result of this incident and other similar instances, in 2007 Congress passed the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act to prevent further tragedies. This law required all states to bring their pool safety laws up to federal standards. No states have shown initiative to improve their pool safety to federal standards thus far.

The CPSC underwent an investigation with testing laboratories across the U.S and found that they applied safety standards inconsistently and incorrectly, resulting in hazardous covers for pools and spas. Charles E. Boyk Law Offices are ready and willing to support any individual injured in any incidence regarding pool injuries due to hazardous covers.

If you or someone you know has been involved in an accident, call our Toledo, Ohio personal injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Georgia Company Settles Sexual Harassment Suit | Toledo Ohio harassment lawyers

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 08:00:00 EST

In Birmingham, Alabama, an Atlanta-based security company has agreed to pay almost $2 million in regards to sexual harassment complaints. A district manager for U.S Security Associates Inc. was accused of sexually harassing female employees using sexual demands and inappropriate touching, among other offensive conduct.

Six other women had previously made allegations that the man had sexually harassed them while working as a supervisor for the company after hurricane Katrina.

Seven women are involved in the nearly $2 million settlement for sexual harassment. Charles E. Boyk Law Offices holds the best regards for the women harassed in this case.

If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual harassment, contact our Toledo, Ohio lawyers at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation.

Pedestrian hit by car in Toledo | Toledo Ohio Personal Injury Attorney

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 08:00:00 EST

According to the reports Miguel Solis was hit by a car after darting out into traffic late Tuesday night. It happened between Laskey road and Boxwood road in Toledo Ohio.

The Solis was taken to Toledo Hospital where he is being treated for his injuries. He is listed in critical condition, and had a collapsed lung and also bleeding on the brain. The driver of the car, Nicole Roberts, was not injured in the accident. The staff at the Charles E. Boyk Law Offices wishes Miguel a fast recovery. If you or someone you know has been involved in an accident, call our Toledo, Ohio personal injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Bed Recall | Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyers

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EST

The U.S. Safety Commission has recently announced a viluntary recall in association with American Woodcrafters. If you are the owner of a product that has been recalled, you should immediately stop using it. The products on recall are the wood twin bunk beds and loft bunk beds. THey were made by American Woodcrafters.

The problem with these products is that the guard rails on the upper bunk can crack and cause the mattress and its support to collapse.

If you own either of these products stop using th bed immediately and contact American Woodcrafters or their furniture dealer to arrange for the free replacement of the gurad rails of the upper bunk.

If you have been injured in a recall incident, you need help. Our Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyers are here to help you. Our Toledo Ohio attorneys are experienced at handling these kinds of cases and wil work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

Call 900.637.8170 to schedule a free consultation today.

Certain medications under investigation | Toledo Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EST

Recently there has been an investigation regarding a couple of medications that are available out in the market right now. There is a potential litigation and case generation opportunities for injuries/losses arising from the following medications:

Chantix- a prescription medication that helps adults 18 and over stop smoking. There are many side effects connected with this drug.
Multaq- a prescription medicine is meant for people who have an abnormal heart rhythm called atrial fibrillation (AFib) or atrial flutter (Aflutter) in the last 6 months, but who may currently have a regular heart rhythm or will have medical treatment to return to a regular rhythm.

If you or someone you know has been taking any of the medications listed above you need information. Call our Toledo, Ohio personal injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Greyhound bus overturns | Toledo, Ohio bus accident lawyer

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EST

The driver of a Greyhound bus bound for St. Louis lost control on the Pennsylvania Turnpike early Saturday. The bus went careering across the highway and up an embankment before it landed on its side on the interstate, briefly trapping a woman and sending 14 people to hospitals.

Rescue crews freed the woman who was trapped in the wreckage in a rural area about a mile east of the Lebanon-Lancaster exit. Twenty-nine people, including the driver, were aboard. Officials at three hospitals said 14 people altogether were brought in. Four uninjured passengers were picked up by another bus; the conditions of the others were unclear. The bus from New York City stopped in Philadelphia and had traveled about 75 miles westbound on the turnpike when it overturned at about 6 a.m. on the way to a stop in Columbus, Ohio. Greyhound set up a hotline -- (800) 972-4583 -- for relatives and friends to get information about people on the bus that crashed in Pennsylvania.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Lucas County Crash; one confirmed dead | Toledo Ohio Car Accident Attorney

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EST

Two people have been confirmed dead and one was seriously injured after a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Jeffers and Neowash Roads in Providence Township.

The crash occurred around 9 a.m. Monday morning. Two vehicles collided causing the death of Deborah Kendall. Deborah, of Grand Rapids, Ohio was northbound in a Toyota 4Runner when a 1994 Ford F-150 pickup truck failed to yield the right of way and struck Kendall's vehicle on the right side. Kendall was ejected from the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene. Both of the two occupants of the F-150 were ejected from the truck. Brandon Strong, of Swanton, Ohio landed on the side of the road. Strong later died at the University of Toledo Medical Center from injuries sustained from the crash. Cody Jahns, of Toledo, was also taken to the University of Toledo Medical Center where he is being treated for his injuries.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Blender recall | Toledo Ohio personal injury lawyer

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EST

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recently announced a voluntary recall of the Chefmate 6 Speed Blender, model BL-10. This product was sold n Target sotres from September 2007 to February 2011 for $14.

The hazard of this product is that while in use, the plastic pitcher can separate from the blade assembly, leaving the blade in the bsae and exposing rotating blades. This poses a hazard to consumers to the possibility of laceration.

So far there have been 11 reports of the blade assembly separating. Seven of those reports have been for serious lacerations to the consumer's fingers and hands.

If you have been injured by this product, or in a similar situation, you need help. Our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers are here for you. They will work with you to get you the settlement you deserve.

Call our Toledo, Ohio perosnal injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 to schedule a free consultation and speak with a lawyer today.

If you own this blender you should immediately stop using it and return the blender to any Target store to receive a full refund.

Pregnancy medical malpractice | Toledo Ohio medical malpractice lawyer

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EST

The mother of a child who was severely deprived of oxygen during labor has filed a medical malpractice against the doctor that delivered the baby.
The mother was admitted to a qualified health center and induced into labor. During the labor the medical staff failed to read the heart monitoring strips correctly and see that the baby was in severe distress, which is the indication that the child was not getting enough oxygen.
On top of this, the nursing staff called the doctor at least 15 times, but the doctor kept on insisting that the woman have her child naturally. The baby was not delivered for another hour and a half. Because of the severe oxygen deprivation to the child, the baby was born with severe brain injuries. The little girl is four now. She cannot walk, sit or stand and she never will. She will continue to need 24/7 medical assistance for the rest of her life.
Although the mother of this child was an illegal immigrant, she is still entitle to quality medical care in the U.S.
If you or a loved one have been injured as a result of a medical malpractice, call 800.637.8170 to schedule your free consultation today.
Our Toledo, Ohio medical malpractice attorneys are here to help you through every step of the process. They are experienced at handling many different kinds of Ohio personal injury cases and will work to get you the settlement you deserve.

Rescuers sue Ohio woman saved from flaming vehicle | Toledo, Ohio Personal Injury Attorney

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EST

In 2009 two Ohio men were honored as heroes for their actions after a car accident but are now suing the woman they rescued from her burning car. David Kelly and Mark Kincaid are suing Theresa Tanner and are claiming that the accident was her fault and that saving her left the men with disabling injuries. They are each seeking damages of upwards of $25,000. David Kelly said the smoke and fire did so much damage to his lungs that he can no longer carry a laundry basket upstairs in his home; he is also claiming that he saw hair melting on Theresa Tanner's head and is now haunted by the memories. Theresa Tanner had told police that on the day of her accident she had an argument and wanted to end her life, she was critically injured but survived. She told investigators that she didn't remember anything after she veered off the road.
If you or someone you know has been involved in an accident call our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyer at 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Accident Book and set up a free consultation.

Man drowns at a Monroe County campground | Toledo, Ohio personal injury attorney

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EST

Tyronne Hadley died after he drowned in a pond inside of a KOA campground.
Tyronne's family said they were worried that he was in the lake and asked for help from the KOA staff. The staff at the KOA campground searched the area but were unable to find Tyronne Hadley at that point they called 911. The Sheriff's dive teams then found Tyronne Hadley's body under 11 feet of water.

If you or someone you know has been in an accident, call our Toledo, Ohio poison injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation.

Toledo teen killed blocks from his home| Toledo Ohio personal injury attorney

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EST

A Toledo teenager was killed late Saturday in a traffic crash near Highland Park, just blocks from his home.
Deshyren Koonce, was a rear passenger in a car driven by Darron Parker at 11:30 p.m. Mr. Parker's vehicle was hit from behind by a car driven by Arthur Hayes, at the intersection of South and Geneva avenues. The collision sent Mr. Parker's vehicle veering into a steel light pole.
According to the report, both cars were eastbound on South Avenue, with Mr. Hayes closely following Mr. Parker's vehicle. When they reached the intersection with Geneva Avenue, Mr. Parker slowed but Mr. Hayes was unable to brake. He attempted to swerve and miss the vehicle, but hit the rear bumper, sending the car sliding into the pole.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorney at 800.637.8170. You will receive a FREE case evaluation.
Want to read up on your rights, you can also request your FREE copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Toledo police chase kills an innocent man and injures 7 others | Toledo Ohio car accident attorney

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EST

The Charles E. Boyk Law Offices, is saddened to report that a 63-year-old man from Point Place, Larry Collins. Collins was unfortunately caught in the middle of a high speed chase to catch the Rite Aid robbery suspect, on Saturday September 3^rd.

The chase ended when officers ended up shooting and killing the armed robbery suspect Brian Lipp. At least seven other people were injured during the chase including two Toledo police officers. There were multiple crashes due to the chase itself.

The Hamilton family was involved in the crash, but were treated and released from a local Toledo hospital. The Hamilton's were alright just really shaken up from the crash.

Larry Collins family said in a brief statement that their father was incredibly loved and will be terribly missed. Thoughts are with the Collins family during this hard time.

The investigation is still ongoing and Toledo police are starting to piece it all together.

If you or someone you know has been injured in an accident you need information. Call 800.637.8170 for your FREE consultation/case evaluation. Our attorneys will meet with you one on one and provide you with information about your case.

Police chase ends up killing Ride Aid suspect | Toledo Ohio car accident lawyer

Sun, 04 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EST

Chief Mike Navarre of the Toledo Police says, "The tragedy of today's event is the death of an innocent person just driving on 75. I don't know where they were going or what they were doing, one minute they're driving along the next minute their life is ended. Because of the senseless act of a person who is desperate for money to feed a drug habit."

This is such a sad story and ending of a life, Larry Collins. According to the report Larry Collins was trying to merge right to avoid hitting the suspect's vehicle when Collins Lincon and a Toledo Police cruiser collided head on. The two officers who were in the cruiser were taken to St. Vincent's Mercy Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries.

Brian Lipp the suspected robber not only lead Toledo Police on this high speed chase around Toledo but also robbed a couple places all while getting high. Lipp, who police feel was trying to get money for his drug addiction, was eventually shot multiple times and killed by police.

During this high speed chase a total of seven people were injured and one person was killed. Our thoughts are with the Collins family during this hard time.

Rushing to the University of Toledo football game causes multi-vehicle accident | Toledo Ohio car accident attorney

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 08:00:00 EST

Many are excited that football season is right around the corner, and some get to excited. Due to the excitement of the first University of Toledo Rockets football game of 2011 there was a multi-vehicle accident near the University sent 8 people to the hospital. It happened along Dorr Street about a two blocks from campus Thursday evening.
The report states that one driver tried to stop because of the traffic. Four more cars behind that car tried to stop, but couldn't leading to a chain reaction. A total of eight people were sent to Toledo Hospital with minor injuries.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170. Don't forget to ask about our free 30 minute case evaluation!

Pit-bull owner sentenced in attack | Toledo Ohio dog bite attorney

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

A Franklin County judge was unmoved yesterday by a man's tearful claim that he shouldn't be held responsible for a nearly fatal attack on a 12-year-old boy by his pit bull.
Common Pleas Judge Laurel A. Beatty sentenced Donald Moore to 13 years in prison for the attack on a Hilltop sidewalk.
A jury convicted Moore last month of felonious assault and failure to confine a vicious dog for the incident on May 9, 2010, when his pit bull broke free of its tether and clamped its jaws on the throat of Ryan Fuller.
A neighbor used a butcher knife to stab the dog when no one else could get the dog to release the boy. The dog later was euthanized.
The jury also convicted Moore of failure to confine a vicious dog for an attack by the same pit bull on a 41-year-old woman on S. Eureka Avenue on Oct. 5, 2009. However, the jury found him not guilty of felonious assault in that case.
The now-13-year-old boy, who testified during the trial and his mother were in the courtroom for the sentences. Angela Fuller spoke briefly in court, asking the judge to remember that her son, whose neck remains scarred, will be affected by the attack for the rest of his life.
Beatty sentenced Moore to eight years for the felonious assault and added five years after finding that he is a repeat violent offender. She sentenced him to 18 months on each of the confinement convictions, but ruled that those sentences would run concurrent to his other prison time.
Moore's girlfriend, Stephanie Shahan, was sentenced last month to two years in prison after pleading guilty to felonious assault, assault and failure to confine a vicious dog.
Ohio law defines pit bulls as vicious dogs and imposes strict requirements on how they must be confined by their owners and keepers.
If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

Directions to the Charles E. Boyk Law Offices, LLC | Toledo Ohio Personal Injury Attorney

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Directions from South Toledo/Maumee
Take the Anthony Wayne Trail/ OH-25 N toward Downtown Toledo
Turn left on S Erie St.
Turn Right onto Jefferson
Turn Left on N St. Clair
Building will be on left-hand side at the corner of N. St. Clair and Madison

Directions from Westfield Mall area
Take I-475 E
Merge onto I-75 S via exit 203B-20B Toward Dayton
Take exit 202A toward Washington St./Downtown
Merge onto Indiana Ave
Slight left to stay on Indiana Ave
Continue onto 11th St
Turn right onto Monroe St
Turn left onto N Erie St
Take the 1st right onto Jefferson Ave
Turn left onto N St Clair St
Take the 1st left onto Madison Ave

Accidents Caused By Large Trucks Part 10| Toledo, Ohio Truck Accident Lawyers

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Wrongful death damages:
If the driver of a large truck causes the death of the other vehicle's driver then the truck driver and the employer are responsible for both economic and non-economic damages. Most wrongful death statues allow for survival damages, which is the time they survived the accident till the time they died. Some damages under wrongful death include:
1. Loss of income
2. Loss of financial support
3. Pain and suffering
4. Medical expenses
5. Loss of guidance
6. Moral support
7. Society
8. Consortium
9. Companionship
10. Loss of affection
11. Loss of love
12. Loss of training and counsel
13. Funeral bills

If you or someone you know has been involved in an Ohio truck accident call our Toledo, Ohio truck accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Mother bit by pit-bull while picking up her child | Toledo, Ohio dog bite attorney

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

A Norwalk woman was bitten by a pit bull mix while picking up her child at a nearby apartment complex.
The 23-year-old victim and mother had a scratch on her face and bruises on her face and forehead, Norwalk Police Sgt. Jim Montana said.
The dog bit the woman in the back. "It was a good bite," said Norwalk Police Sgt. Jim Montana said. "It didn't take a chunk (of skin) out. It did leave some bite marks."
The woman eventually found her 6-year-old son.
The owners were told about the 10-day quarantine requirement for dogs that bite humans. A report was to be sent to the county's dog warden and health department, as well as the city law director.

If you or someone you know has been injured or hurt by a dog bite you need information. Contact our Ohio dog bite lawyers at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of The Ohio Dog Bite Book.

1 teen killed, 1 injured after hitting a deer | Toledo, Ohio car accident lawyer

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

The Charles E. Boyk Law Offices is saddened to report that 19-year-old Justin Stolp of Petersburg, Michigan died early Thursday morning.
Preliminary investigation reveals the single-vehicle crash was caused by a collision with a deer.
Stolp was the passenger of the 2000 Ford Explorer SUV. Driving the vehicle was 18-year-old Dakota Hoffman of Deerfield, Michigan.
The crash happened at 3:25 a.m. near the intersection of Deerfield Road. After striking the deer, the vehicle ran off the roadway and crashed into the ditch. It rolled several times before coming to rest in the yard of a private residence.
According to the report, Hoffman was ejected from the vehicle. He was transported by ambulance to the hospital.
Stolp was trapped in the vehicle and had to be extricated. He was then flown by air ambulance to Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center where he later died.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Accidents Caused By Large Trucks Part 9| Toledo, Ohio Truck Accident Lawyers

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Burn injury damages:
Burns from:
1. Explosions
2. Poisons
3. Gasoline/Diesel
4. Nuclear
5. Biological
6. Toxic chemicals
7. Friction burns
8. Inhalation burns

The average medical expense of a burn victim is $200,000 and these injuries are a major cause of disfigurement and physical defects. These types are such a big problem because of the life long emotional effects they have.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a Toledo truck accident call our Toledo, Ohio truck accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Accidents Caused By Large Trucks Part 8| Toledo, Ohio Truck Accident Lawyers

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Types of Spinal Injuries:
Quadriplegia
o This is also known as tetraplegia. This is when there is an injury to any of the 7 cervical vertebras above the first thoracic vertebrae. This can result in loss of feeling and function of the arms and legs and can also cause severe pain, loss of bladder control, bowel control, muscle spasm, sexual dysfunction, loss of fertility, a shortened lifespan. This happens when the spinal cord detached from the shoulders or neck area. As a result of the spinal cord being cut it stops mobility and dulls the sensation and motor functions of the lower part of the body. Also you can have involuntary bodily functions including respiratory conditions, digestion problems, and it can cause excretion of body waste to be hard or even impossible. Quadriplegia can also be caused by an infection in the brain or spinal cord or loss of blood to the brain or the spinal cord
Paraplegia
o This is when you are paralyzed from the waist down. It is a result of damage to your spinal cord and can be total or partial paralysis. Usually this results in loss of feeling, loss of leg function and sometimes can cause an extreme pain and suffering and a stinging feeling from the pinched nerves. Usually causes a loss of bladder control, bowel control, spasms, usually causes changes in sexual functions and ruins fertility. There is usually a shortened life span associated with Paraplegia. Paraplegia can also be caused by an infection in the spinal cord or a loss of blood to the spinal cord
Herniated Disc & Bulging Disc
o A herniated disc is also called a bulging or ruptured disc. These types of injuries are common in trucking accidents because of the g-forces associated with the accident. When a disc is violently forced out of its place it puts immense pressure on the spinal channel and therefore puts immense pressure on the nerves in the spinal column. The most common pains associated with this type of injury is back, leg, neck, and shoulder pain.
Back pain
o This is a sign you may have a bulging disc, ruptured disc, or spinal cord injury and the pain is usually in your lower back. These discs usually herniated when you are involved in a low or high impact crash. Your spinal column discs are made to be flexible but the force of an accident usually causes them to rupture which puts massive pressure on the sciatic nerve. If the rupture continues for prolonged period of time it can cause chronic symptoms of pain or even a numbing sensation
Facet Joint Syndrome (FJS) & Chronic Pain
o This is a condition that has to do with your facet joints in your spine, your facet joints are the areas that connect the vertebras in your spine, and your facet joints are just like your ankle, finger or elbow joints. Your facet joints are what allows you to twist, turn and bend, in other words they are what helps you from breaking in half. They deal with your range of movement, strength, flexibility, and integrity. One of the most common FJS symptoms is lower back pain. If your facet joints get injured in an accident they can develop arthritis and that can develop into chronic pain syndrome and cause a lifetime of pain and stiffness. Often when people who suffer from FJS walk they have to walk hunch backed
Whiplash
o This is a common injury for this type of accident. The name comes from the fact that your head flings backwards and then forwards, this is a hyperextension injury from being flung forward and then a hyperflexion injury from being flung backwards. This can cause serious injuries to a person's neck and upper chest; the damage can include intervertebral joint damage, disc damage, ligaments and cervical spine damage along with many other orthopedic injuries. Whiplash can also cause traumatic and mild traumatic brain injuries from contra coup and usually damages muscles and nerves. Ten percent of all traffic accident victims in the U.S. get whiplash every year, that is about 1 million people each year.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a truck accident call our Toledo, Ohio truck accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Charles E. Boyk Law Offices Names Charles Fugate as Good News, Good People Winner

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

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Accidents Caused By Large Trucks Part 7| Toledo, Ohio Truck Accident Lawyers

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Types of Brain Injuries:
1. Skull fractures
2. Diffuse axonal injuries (DAI)
3. Concussion and contusions
4. Anoxic brain injuries
5. Coma
6. Contra coup
7. Hematomas
8. Seizures
9. Infections
10. Damages to or loss of fetus in pregnancy

Mild traumatic injury: damage to the brain that has consequences including the loss of certain memory functions like short term or long term memory and even dulled feeling.
Traumatic brain injury (TBI): these often appear as if there is no visible head injury but results in permanent brain damage. These types create inattention, forgetfulness, other short term and long-term memory problems. TBI can lead to incontinence, loss of feeling in extremities, loss of hearing, loss of bladder control, inability to speak, blindness, and loss of communicative and cognitive abilities.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a truck accident call our Toledo, Ohio truck accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Accidents Caused By Large Trucks Part 6| Toledo, Ohio Truck Accident Lawyers

Fri, 19 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Punitive or Exemplary:
Punitive damages are awarded when the jury finds that there is clear and convincing evidence that the defendants actions or conduct was done with willful and conscious disregard for the safety of the plaintiff and others. These types of damages are intended to punish the defendant. Key factors in winning punitive damages are the reprehensibility of the defendant's conduct, the wealth of the defendant, and the statutory limits on the amount of damages allowed. Examples are intentional log violations, driving over hours, and rushed delivery. These types of damages may also be awarded against an employer for the act of an employee, when it is found to be the basis for the punitive damages. If an employer acts in a managerial capacity where the degree of discretion allowed the employee to make discussions in a way that the employee's decision would in the end determine the business policy of the employer. For example if the employer is a corporation, the advance knowledge and conscious disregard, authorization and sanction must be on the part of an officer, director or managing agent of the corporation like corporate misconduct warrants punitive damages.

Accidents Caused By Large Trucks Part 5| Toledo, Ohio Truck Accident Lawyers

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Complications:
The defendant is not only legally responsible for the original injury but also for the following:
o Any disease, which is contracted because of, lowered strength resulting the original injury and which left the plaintiff unusually susceptible to such a disease
o Any aggravation of the original injury or additional injury caused by negligent medical or hospital treatment or care of the original injury
o Any injury sustained in a later accident which is a normal consequence of an impaired physical condition caused by the original injury and which would not have occurred had the plaintiffs physical or mental condition not been impaired
If you or someone you know has been involved in a truck accident call our Toledo, Ohio truck accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Accidents Caused By Large Trucks Part 4| Toledo, Ohio Truck Accident Lawyers

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Aggravation of a preexisting condition:
If you have a condition or disability at the time of the accident you are not permitted to any damages for that condition or disability but you are permitted to damages for any aggravation of the pre-existing condition or disability from the injury. You are still permitted to damages if this pre-existing condition made you more prone to the possibility of the injury than a normally healthy person would have been and even if a normally healthy person would not have sustained a significant injury.

9 year-old still in hospital after head- on collision | Toledo, Ohio car accident attorney

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

The Charles E. Boyk Law Offices is here to report that a head-on collision sent one nine year old girl to the hospital. Amanda Vanatta, the nine year old girl from Findlay, Ohio, has been in the hospital since the end of July.

Amanda is going into the fourth grade at Washington Elementary in Findlay. On July 22^nd, Amanda was in riding in the car with five other people when they were involved in a head-on collision along route 12 in Arcadia. Amanda was the only one who suffered major injuries.

Amanda has been in intensive care for about four weeks, and has had at least four surgeries.

In the meantime, friends launched a Facebook event page called "Praying for Amanda." They're asking for prayers and donations.

"Amanda, when she leaves, she's going to need a lot of long-term care, and that costs money," said family friend Bryan Bethel, "and that's what we're doing."

Amanda's mother, Lisa Leathem, has been by her daughter's side, at Toledo Children's Hospital, since the accident.

If you or someone you know has been injured in a car accident you need information. Call our office at 800.637.8170 for your FREE consultation.

Accidents Caused By Large Trucks Part 3| Toledo, Ohio Truck Accident Lawyers

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Who is liable for personal injury caused by truck accidents?
Truck drivers can be legally responsible for injuries or wrongful death caused by their negligence. Employers are vicariously accountable for the negligence of their employee truck drivers. Employers can be directly accountable if they hired untrained or incompetent drivers or had a reason to know the driver was no longer qualified. Federal regulations say some lessees, former owners who failed to properly maintain or repair the trucks, if the truck is loaded by a third party, if the truck was defectively or not properly designed, in this case the manufacturer of the truck or the manufacturer of the component parts; all these people can may be legally responsible for truck accidents.

3 sent to hospital after rollover accident | Toledo, Ohio car accident lawyer

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Three people are recovering Sunday morning after a rollover crash off of Dorr Street, in west Toledo.

We were told that a pick-up truck rear ended another truck near the intersection of Dorr and Richards. The impact of the trucks caused one of the vehicles to roll on its side. Three people were rushed to Toledo Hospital with what appeared to be non-life threatening injuries.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

6 injured in Ohio 12 head-on accident | Toledo, Ohio car accident attorney

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

We are saddened to report that six people were injured Friday afternoon in a head-on collision of two cars on Ohio 12, east of Arcadia, Ohio.

Andrew Kimble, was the driver of one car, who had to be extricated from the wreckage by the Washington Township Fire Department. Kimble was taken by ambulance to Blanchard Valley Hospital.

The driver of the second car, Helaina Todd, and four juveniles in her car were all taken by Emergency Medical Service to Fostoria Community Hospital.

The crash occurred Friday afternoon July 23, 2011 on Ohio 12, west of County 257 in Washington Township.

Kimble was driving west on Ohio 12 in a 2001 Saturn, and Todd was eastbound in a 2010 Kia. Kimble's car went left of center and hit the Todd car head-on.

Todd's car went off the south side of Ohio 12 and came to rest in a ditch, while Kimble's car went off the north side of Ohio 12 and rolled onto the passenger side.
Air bags deployed in both vehicles, and all were wearing seat belts, Hartman said.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Come to the Catholic-Muslim Dialogue

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

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Injury accident causes down power lines | Toledo, Ohio car accident attorney

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

The Boyk Law Offices want to inform you that there is an injury accident at Arlington and Byrne. Power outages have occurred in that area; please avoid Arlington and Byrne if possible.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

The Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTLA) | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

EMTALA applies when someone goes to a hospital emergency room and is in an emergency medical condition and either asks for an exam or for medical treatment their medical condition. EMTALA also applies if another person makes a request for medical treatment on another person's behalf. The hospital emergency room has to provide treatment to the patient so that they are stabilized, the patient can then be transferred or so that the condition is treated. Failure to follow the EMTLA law will result in EMTALA violations.
An emergency medical condition as defined by EMTALA includes the following:
o Serious impairment to bodily function
o Significant dysfunction of a bodily organ
o Dysfunction of a body part
o Jeopardizing the health of a pregnant woman or unborn child

Filing an EMTALA Violation:
o A formal complaint of an EMTALA violation is filed with the regional office of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Once the complaint is filed with CMS, the complaint will be investigated. CMS usually sends investigators to the hospital to review the hospital's procedures and policies in order to determine whether they show any EMTALA violations. If proof of an EMTALA violation is found, the hospital will be penalized
EMTALA Penalties for EMTALA Violations:
o If a hospital does not follow the legal requirements of EMTALA, the hospital is subject to a fine. The amount of the fine can equal $ 50,000 per violation if the hospital has more than one hundred beds

If you or someone you know have been injured due to an Ohio medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

Man, 31, charged with sexual battery of girl, 13 | Toledo, Ohio Sexual Assault Attorneys

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Former local resident Joshua E. Bierce, is being accused of sexually abusing a young relative of his. He was turned over to the Huron County Sheriff's Office and it is not known why he was originally in the custody of the Wyandot County Sheriff's Office and the jail records she that he was not booked on any charges in that county. The police captain said that he is accused of having sex with a 13 year old girl and is being charged with sexual battery that is related to an occurrence on August 1 of 2010. If he is found guilty he could face a fine of up to $10,000 and anywhere from 1 to 5 years in prison. The Law Director in Norwalk said the girl said it was a continuing pattern of sexual abuse. Sexual battery is any sexual conduct that involves a biological parent, adoptive parent or step-parent and statutory rape is a sex offense that involves a victim who is younger than 13 years old. He is not being charged with statutory rape because she was not under the age of13. The girl's biological dad is the one who filed the complaint and after the results of some tests were received and the investigation was completed, there was a warrant for Joshua Bierce and he was then arrested, he has a $25,000 bond.
If you have been a victim of sexual assault, call out Toledo, Ohio attorneys at 800.637.8170 to schedule a free legal consultation.

Accidents Caused By Large Trucks Part 2| Toledo, Ohio Truck Accident Lawyers

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Types of Economic Loss: Economic meaning an independently provable money loss
1. Medical expenses
2. Lost earnings
3. Burial costs
4. Damage and loss of use of property
5. Cost of repair or replacement
6. Cost of obtaining substitute domestic services
7. Loss of employment
8. Loss of business or employment opportunities

Types of Non-economical Loss: Non-economical meaning biased non-monetary loss
1. Pain
2. Suffering
3. Inconvenience
4. Mental suffering
5. Emotional distress
6. Loss of society
7. Companionship
8. Loss of consortium
9. Humiliation
10. Injury to reputation
11. Loss of enjoyment of life
12. Sexual relations
13. Moral support
14. Disfigurement
If you or someone you know has been involved in an Ohio truck accident call our Toledo, Ohio truck accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Head on collision sends two to area hospital | Toledo, Ohio truck accident attorney

Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

We are glad to report that two people are recovering after a serious rollover crash in Hancock County.

According to the report a pick-up truck was headed east on County Road 313 near Township Road 51 when a Jeep, attempting to pass another vehicle, slammed into the truck causing the Jeep to flip. Samuel Neff and Dakota Gibson were in that Jeep. They were both rushed to Blanchard Valley Hospital. If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Is It Legal To Deny Uninsured Patients Emergency Medical Treatment? | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

The Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTLA) was added in 1986 to the Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act (COBRA). EMTLA makes it no longer legal to deny emergency treatment, transfer or to dump the uninsured patient on a charity hospital. If the patient is believed to be having a medical emergency, based on an examination done when they arrive. The patient must be stabilized before any transfers happen. Even if the patient is uninsured the hospital cannot refuse to examine them.

The patient can only be transferred to a different hospital if the hospital lacks the ability to stabilize the patient's condition. If the doctor or hospital denied treatment or hid the seriousness of a patient's condition so the patient could be transferred or was denied treatment, the doctor and hospital are fined, the fines can range up to $50,000 for every time EMTLA is violated.

The hospital has the right to ask about the patient's ability to pay but they cannot base or delay the patient's treatment for this reason. The hospital also has the right to refuse treatment to an uninsured patient who is not having an emergency medical situation. The hospital also cannot force a patient to have an emergency medical treatment if they do not want it. If the patient refuses treatment, the hospital has no duty to hold them. But the hospital should get a signature from the patient in saying they are refusing treatment.

If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

Dad charged with felony after boy falls off ATV | Toledo, Ohio ATV Accident Attorney

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Kevin R. Rogers has been arrested on charges of felony child endangerment, which is a third degree felony. Sometime in the beginning of June the defendant was driving a Kawasaki Gator Mule and going north on Hartland Center Road and then when he turned onto East Collins road his 7 year old son fell off. The little boy rolled off the ATV and hit his head on the pavement and he was not wearing a helmet. He was taken to Fisher-Titus Medical Center but then needed to be flown to Akron Children's Hospital and needed to have a couple of surgeries to relieve the pressure on his brain. There were not any signs of an injury until the next day when he was taken to the hospital. The boy's father was driving the ATV on the road with a suspended license. This accident has been under investigation for weeks because the investigators were waiting for medical records. The felony charge was filled by the Norwalk Assistant Law Director; he went through a considerable amount of medical records and found that the boy had to be lifeflighted, and had a serious brain injury; the little boy had 70 something stitches in the back of his head, there was no concern for safety at all, no seat belts or helmets worn and no handles for the little boy to hang on to. There were also allegations that the boy's father was not honest with the staff in the emergency room when asked about how the accident happened.
If you or someone you know has been injured in an ATV accident, take action on one of the few things that can be controlled. Contact one of our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

Teen is found guilty of rubbing a 7-year-old girl at Norwalk library | Toledo, Ohio Sexual Assault Lawyers

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

A Norwalk teen was found guilty of inappropriately rubbing a 7-year-old girl at the Norwalk Public Library. The teen was 15 when he wrongfully touched the 7 year old girl so the case is going to be in the Juvenile Courts. After the testimony the defendant was found guilty of the charge of sexual imposition which is a third degree misdemeanor if an adult commits the crime. Nine people were subpoenaed in this case but not all of them testified. The inappropriate touching happened on June 7th and the boy was arrested shortly after it happened. Two days after he was arrested he was released from the Seneca County Juvenile Detention Center and released into the custody of his parents and was placed on house arrest. The judge ruled that he is to be under 24 hour adult supervision and is not allowed to have any contact with anyone under 14 years old, except for his sister and his parents have to take him to and from school. The boy also has to have a sex offender risk assessment done, which is usually ordered by a judge when there is a sex allegation. Throughout the investigation the police also found two other occurrences with girls that are 9 & 12 years old, not necessarily did these other two occurrences happen at the library. The case has now been given to the Huron County Sheriff's Office and Children Services.
If you have been a victim of sexual assault, call out Toledo, Ohio attorneys at 800.637.8170 to schedule a free legal consultation.

5 boaters recovering after carbon monoxide poisoning | Toledo, Ohio Poisoning Injury Lawyer

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Five boaters are now recovering after being treated for carbon monoxide poisoning on Saturday. The captain, his wife and three female relatives went boating overnight; before they went to sleep they ran a generator. While they were sleeping the carbon monoxide worked its way into the main cabin. The captain's wife woke up and tried to move about the boat, she could hardly walk, was stumbling and dizzy; she knew something was not right about the situation. She then woke everyone else up and called 911, when the emergency crew arrived all five of the passengers were dizzy, confused and ill and were all then taken to the hospital. A doctor in the emergency room said "The tough thing about carbon monoxide is that it's odorless and colorless, and there's really no way to detect it until you start having symptoms." The fire department had found high levels of carbon monoxide on the boat. The doctor from the emergency room also said that "People are better educated about what to look for in their home. They tend to run into problems when they're heating their barn, they're running a generator in their garage and boats would be another one, any enclosed space is especially dangerous." Do the required maintenance on your boat." Before you go out on your boat make sure everything is in good working condition also make sure there are no leaks in your exhaust system. The five people were treated with oxygen and released.
If you or someone you know had been poisoned, call out Toledo, Ohio poison injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation.

Accidents Caused By Large Trucks | Toledo, Ohio Truck Accident Lawyers

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

22 Factors Frequently Cited for Contributing to Accidents Involving Large Trucks
1. Rushed deliveries
2. Driver fatigue, exhaustion, or lack of sleep
3. Improperly trained or inexperienced drivers
4. Drivers under the influence of drugs or alcohol
5. Aggressive driving
6. Drivers wit a history of dangerous or reckless driving
7. Speeding or driving too fast for road conditions
8. Oversized or overloaded vehicles
9. Unsafe reflectors, lights or other safety equipment on vehicle
10. Poorly maintained brakes
11. Poorly maintained vehicle
12. Driver error
13. Blind spots
14. Drivers stress resulting inattention
15. Backing carelessly
16. Shifting loads
17. Drugs
18. Spilled loads
19. Sudden stops
20. Overturning trucks
21. Failing to inspect
22. Driver distracted by cell phones or on-board computers

A Doctors Defense In A Medical Malpractice Lawsuit | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

To defend against a malpractice lawsuit a doctor can:
o Present expert witnesses who will testify to the fact that they acted reasonably and showed a reasonable degree of care and were not negligent.
o Present evidence that the patient would have had the same end result anyway. If the doctor's negligence didn't actually cause injury, or if the injury would have ended up happening anyway and to the same degree it did, the plaintiff can't win his case

If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

Brain Injury: Recognizing a Hidden Disability Part 2| Toledo, Ohio Brain Injury Attorney

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

The Effects of Concussions:
The physical effects of a concussion are more traumatic when a person suffers from repeated concussions, this can be common in many contact sports like football, hockey, and boxing. New studies have linked repeated concussions to Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE), it is a degenerative brain disease. Some effects of CTE are memory loss, declining cognitive abilities and CTE usually presents itself as depression and moodiness. This condition can lead to suicide and dementia.

In February of 2011 Dave Duerson who was a former NFL safety and was a two-time Super Bowl champion who played for the Chicago Bears, took his own life; he feared that he was suffering from CTE. His family members reported that before he died he left messages asking that his brain be donated to the NFL Brain Bank. The NFL Brain Bank is a special research arm at Boston University's Center for the Study of Traumatic Encephalopathy; it specifically examines the brains of these professional athletes.

One of the top causes of traumatic brain injury in people ages 15 to 24 is sports, second only to motor vehicle accidents. Every year there are around 3.8 million American athletes that receive a sports-related concussion. Also there is a new focus on helmets; a lot of medical authorities and other experts argue that helmets give players a false sense of security which then leads to more aggressive play and more risk taking, and that results in more concussions. Helmets do not protect players from the type of violent movement that causes concussions and that is the movement of the brain inside the skull.

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the ConTACT Act (Concussion Treatment and Care Tools Act of 2010), which amends Title II of the Public Health Service Act to provide for the establishment and execution of concussion management guidelines with aimed at school-aged children. This bill never made it before the Senate and therefore did not become a law. There is a new act the Children's Sports Athletic Equipment Safety Act; this act would establish tougher penalties for manufacturers that make false or misleading injury prevention claims about their helmets and other athletic equipment. New Mexico Sen. Tom Udall and New Jersey Congressman Bill Pascrell and organizations like the NFL Players Association already endorse this act.

If you or someone you know has been injured in an accident call one of our Toledo, Ohio brain injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

Number of Serious Dog Bite Injuries Alarms Utah Dog Bite Lawyers

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

A recent government study shows that more than 1,000 Americans are treated in emergency rooms every day because of dog bites, revealing an ever-present need for Utah dog bite lawyers and the services they render. In 2008 alone, over 315,000 Americans were treated in emergency rooms due to dog bites, figuring into an 86.3% increase over a 16-year period of dog-bite related hospital stays. Annually, dog bites cost millions of dollars.

It is important to note that seemingly small or otherwise insignificant dog bites could lead to infections and more serious consequences. This is especially true for children, who are more likely to be involved in these kinds of injuries. Bites to the neck or face can be very dangerous, and since children's heads are often near dogs' mouths, stemming from both curiosity and smaller size, kids are usually bitten in these areas. Dog bites can lead to rupture of the face or skull and also lead to brain and spinal cord infections. In addition, many disease-causing germs are found in dog bite wounds.

It is important for parents to teach and supervise their children. Studies have found that the best dog bite prevention measure is education, a tactic strongly endorsed by Utah dog bite lawyers.

Unsupervised children may unknowingly walk too close to an unsafe situation, or even cause it due to sudden or erratic movement. More than a third of fatal dog attacks among toddlers occurred when the child was left unsupervised.

If you have been a victim in a dog bite incident, call the Utah dog bite lawyers at the Christensen Law Firm to know how you can properly file your claim and receive your due compensation. With the kind of legal assistance provided by the Christensen Law Firm, you are assured professional service and compassionate care. To receive your free copy of the The Utah Dog Bite & Attack Handbook or a free consultation from your trusted Utah dog bite lawyers, call 801.506.0800.

The Burden of Proof in Medical Malpractice Lawsuit | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

The burden of proof is the patient's responsibility to prove; this means that the patient has to prove that their medical care failed to meet certain standards and was the result of several of other complications. The patient has to show that more likely than not, or that over half of the evidence presented in the trial, points towards the claim of medical malpractice.
The following elements must be shown:
Duty of care owed:
o The patient has to clearly demonstrate that they had a defined doctor-patient relationship, which warranted that doctor provide a duty of care
Duty of care breached:
o The patient has to show that the duty of care owed was breached in some way. This typically requires a patient to prove that their medical treatment was below the applicable standard of care, and therefore negligent
Proximate cause:
o A patient has to show that their damages are the direct or indirect cause of the negligence
Damages:
o A patient has to give practical damage claims, or requests for compensation in light of their injuries, losses, or any other harm
If you or someone you know have been injured due to an Ohio medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

Brain Injury: Recognizing a Hidden Disability Part 1| Toledo, Ohio Brain Injury Attorney

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Every year there are millions of people in the U.S. that suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) from a fall, a motor vehicle accident, a collision with a moving or stationary objects, and from assaults. The CDC estimates each year that TBI will affect around 1.7 million people; around 1.37 million people making emergency room visits; 275,000 people hospitalized, and around 52,000 deaths.
Brain injuries affect people in ways that are invisible, that no one understands; it is often called the hidden disability. A brain injury is a life-altering experience for the TBI survivors and their family, many characteristics of the brain injury impairment are not always familiar or obvious to the general public, the medical system, the education system, the legal system, the judicial system, law enforcement and many other different things. TBI have been called the "signature" injury of American troops who are returning home from war. There are studies that have shown that soldiers who have fought in Iraq and Afghanistan suffer from a high exposure to concussive blasts that cause these types of traumatic brain injuries. The Brain Injury Association of America clarifies that brain injuries may affect the way a person thinks, acts, and feels; it can change everything within a matter of seconds, and the lasting effects are usually much more than physical. A brain injury can damage the nerves in the brain that carry the messages telling the brain what to do. It also can change some of the body's internal functioning like regulating body temperature, blood pressure, bowels, and bladder control.
People that suffer severe TBI's may require services such as in-home respite care, housing assistance, financial aid, physical therapy, and neurobehavioral assessment and counseling. Even people who suffer mild TBI's, such as concussions, may experience persistent behavioral challenges, including mood swings, inability to concentrate, and severe depression. If left undiagnosed and untreated it can lead to serious problems. In patients who have depression after a TBI, suicidal ideation is not uncommon. The suicide rate among people with TBI is increased two to three times.

If you or someone you know has been injured in an accident call one of our Toledo, Ohio brain injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

What are Compensatory Damages? | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

When seeking medical attention you should be able to count on a reasonable level of skill and care from the medical professionals that treat you. If those medical professionals are negligent then the patient has a right to seek compensatory damages. The damages awarded are not only to cover the patients medical costs and to ease their suffering and any of the difficulties that are a result of the injury; these damages are an incentive to all medical professionals to provide adequate care to every one of their patients.
Damages can be generally categorized in these areas:
o Medical costs, both current and future
o Pain and suffering, mental anguish, loss of enjoyment of life
o Loss of income or loss of future earning capacity
o Wrongful death

Often times it is difficult to put a dollar amount on these damages, but there are some standard guidelines insurance companies use when estimating claim amounts. This then is used to customize the compensation calculation for each case.
In order to prove their case, the patient may be required to give expert testimony about the negligence that their doctor committed. They may also need to procure experts who then will calculate the speculative items like the earning capacity and loss of enjoyment of life.

If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

What are Punitive Damages? | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

In order to be awarded any punitive damages you have to show that the medical providers conduct was worse than negligent. Conduct that justifies punitive damages being awarded characterizes conduct that the public policy of a state finds reprehensible usually this is an intentional act or an act done with reckless indifference to the rights of others. Other cases where punitive damages were awarded were where doctors promised a certain result of a treatment that they have no control over and therefore could not know what the outcome of the treatment would be.

Another reason punitive damages can be awarded is that the health care provider failed to provide the patient with informed consent. These damages are not only intended to punish the wrong doer, but are also meant to be a deterrent to others who may consider behaving in the same manner. Around half of the states have no limits on the amount of punitive damages that can be awarded. The remaining states have limitations; some limits for damages are three times the amount of compensatory damages or $500,000 whichever is greater. Other states cap damages awarded at $250,000.

If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

Need these to have a valid Medical Malpractice Case | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

These four must be present in order to have a valid case:
1. Duty: An element that establishes a requirement between the patient and the doctors, nurses and any other medical professionals; that they treat their patient with an accepted medical standard of care
2. Medical negligence: When a medical professional deviates from the accepted medical standard of care. These standards give doctors guidelines on how to best treat patients with certain symptoms in order to maximize patients well being.
3. Patient injury: Any unnecessary injury that was a result of the doctor, nurse or other medical professionals negligence
4. Causation: Showing how the medical negligence caused an unnecessary injury to the patient

If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

Multi-vehicle accident along I-475 | Toledo, Ohio Car Accident Attorney

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

The Charles E. Boyk Law Offices, LLC is sadden to report that three people were killed, and one severely injured in an accident this morning on I-475 northbound near the Ohio turnpike overpass. The accident happened just before 5:30 a.m. this morning.

According to troopers there was at least one motorcycle, a semi-truck and multi-vehicles in an initial accident. They say that triggered a second accident which involved another semi-truck. Be aware that I-475, northbound between Dussel Drive and Airport Highway will be shut down for the remainder of the day. If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

3 Fatalities in morning accident | Toledo, Ohio wrongful death attorney

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

The Charles E. Boyk Law Offices are saddened to report that three people were killed and another seriously injured Thursday morning in a multiple-vehicle crash on I-475/U.S. 23.

The 5:30 a.m. crash occurred on the Manley Road overpass along I-475 and initially involved a pickup truck and tractor-trailer rig. A second accident that may have been involved with the first accident included a car, a motorcycle, and a pedestrian according to state troopers. One of the victims was ejected from a vehicle and the body was located beneath the overpass, and another person that was injured was transported to University of Toledo Medical Center.

The northbound lanes of I-475 are expected to be closed until at least mid-afternoon, the lieutenant said. Motorists are advised to avoid the area; the Ohio Department of Transportation suggests a detour by U.S. 24 to Reynolds Road to Airport Highway to 475. Manley Road also is closed, as well as the ramp from northbound I-75 to northbound I-475. The accident remains under investigation. If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Motorcoach and Trucking Industries: Regulation & Enforcement Needed | Toledo, Ohio Truck Accident Attorney

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

The three bus accidents from last year are still under investigation, the accidents happened because of negligence. There needs to be better screening of drivers and for this to happen their needs to be some regulations. Motorbus transportation is a highly regulated industry and it needs to stay that way, and so does the over the road trucking industry. The primary purpose of regulations is to protect consumers, placing restrictions on corporate operators does this. Corporations are not like people; they do not have a mind, a soul, or a conscience. They are driven purely by money and profits. Regulations are in place to help make sure that companies take the appropriate precautions for the safety of the public.

In February of 2009, After Congress shut off funds for a pilot program the Obama Administration closed the border to unsafe Mexican trucks. In retaliation, the Mexican government raised tariffs, which then led to an agreement that allowed cross-border Mexican truck operators to ship within the U. S. The problem is that in the U.S., our drivers are highly regulated in the areas of their driving experience, their shift hours, their health and drug use, and they go through training as well. However this is not the case with Mexican truckers. At present there are around 4,000 people killed each year in trucking accidents. Negligent operators should be held accountable before something happens, the pure size of trucks and buses can have catastrophic accident consequences. Unfortunately, even with regulations in place many companies face only insignificant fines and then continue on as if it were only a slap on the wrist. Bad companies need to understand that dangerous and destructive behavior will not be tolerated. Regulations need to hold these corporations accountable, if this happens then the non-compliant companies will be forced out of business.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car or truck accident, call out Toledo, Ohio truck accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

What is Medical Malpractice? | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Medical Malpractice usually describes any treatment, a lack of treatment, or any other deviation from accepted standards of medical care, health care, or safety on the part of the health care provider that causes harm to the patient. Some examples include the following:
o Misdiagnosis
o Improper treatment
o Failure to diagnose
o Delay in treatment
o Failure to complete appropriate follow-up treatment
o Prescription errors
o Surgical errors
o Acquired infections
o Failure to monitor patient vital signs

If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

5 cars and 1 motorcycle involved in serious accident | Toledo, Ohio Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

There was a five-vehicle accident on Tuesday August 2, 2011 around 4:30 p.m. off of Monroe Street in Toledo, Ohio. One of the vehicles involved in the accident is Ed Jeziorowski, who was riding his motorcycle at the time of the accident. Serious Injuries resulted from the accident and the injured were taken to The Toledo Hospital.

If you or someone you know has been involved in a motorcycle accident, call our Toledo, Ohio motorcycle accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book.

Caps for Medical Malpractice Damages in Ohio | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

Non-economic damages: There has been a cap put on the amount of non-economic damages you can receive in a medical malpractice lawsuit. Non-economic damages can include the following, compensation for pain and suffering, permanent disfigurement, disability and loss of consortium. The non-economic damages cap is set at $250,000 per patient or three times the amount of economic damages, whichever is higher, with a maximum of $350,000 per patient and $500,000 per occurrence
Economic damages: There is no cap on the amount of economic damages you can receive. Economic damages include the following, compensation for medical expenses, lost wages and other quantifiable monetary losses. The cap is set higher for malpractice, those who have suffered a catastrophic injury: $500,000 per individual and $1 million per occurrence. Under Ohio law, catastrophic injuries include the following:
o Permanent and substantial physical deformity
o Loss of use of a limb
o Loss of a bodily organ system
o Permanent physical injury that prevents self-care
If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

Statue of Limitations Exceptions for a Minors in Medical Malpractice cases | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 08:00:00 EST

The law says that the statute of limitations for medical malpractice in Ohio involving a minor begins to when the child turns eighteen. This means that the child must provide a notice of intent to file a medical malpractice suit within one year of turning eighteen or within one year after turning eighteen and having a foreign object left in the child's body that was discovered or should have been discovered. This does not mean that the patient's parent or guardian is prohibited from filing a lawsuit on the child's behalf before the child turns eighteen. But, if a parent files a lawsuit on a child's behalf, the child cannot again file a lawsuit after they turn eighteen
If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

Statute of Limitations For Medical Malpractice In Ohio | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

To file a medical malpractice suit the injured party must notify the responsible parties of their intent to file a lawsuit within one year of the malpractice. After filing the notice the injured party has 180 days to file a formal lawsuit in court. The law in Ohio makes an exception for foreign objects that are left in a patient's body. In this case the patient may only bring a suit one year after the object was discovered or should have been discovered and in no cases may this be more than four years after the incident that caused the object to be placed in the patient's body in the first place.
If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

7 Days of 7 Different Types of Compensatory Damages Day 7 | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Day 7
Lost opportunity:
o Along with lost wages and future lost wages, you can also ask for damages for any lost business opportunities resulting from an accident. Be careful when presenting this type of damage to a jury, present this type only if there is sufficient proof of a lost opportunity, if not done with enough proof it can hurt your credibility and your ability to recover any damages on your more tangible claims
If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

7 Days of 7 Different Types of Compensatory Damages Day 6 | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Day 6
Loss of consortium:
o A serious accident can leave the victim in serious pain and permanently disabled. These types of damages are separately compensable in personal injury lawsuits it also permits injured victims or the relatives of a injured to sue for loss of consortium; which is the loss of love and companionship as a result of the accident. A severe or disabling injury can affect your personal relationship in lots of different ways like romantic or recreational activities that a married couple used to enjoy together but is no longer possible. It would also apply if the accident left a husband or wife unable to perform chores that the other spouse relied on
If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

7 Days of 7 Different Types of Compensatory Damages Day 5 | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Day 5
Mental anguish & emotional distress:
o It is normal for an accident victim to experience emotional distress and physical pain. Some symptoms of mental anguish that can normally result from traumatic accidents are the following: fear, anxiety, shock, grief, mental suffering, shame and embarrassment are loss of consortium

If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

7 Days of 7 Different T7 Days of 7 Different Types of Compensatory Damages Day 3 | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Day 4
Pain and suffering:
o This is often the most difficult element to prove. This can be verified by reference to the use of painkillers, the frequency and length of your treatment, the types of treatment, and the recovery time. There will be interviews done with you, your spouse if any, and any other witnesses who were familiar with your lifestyle before the accident; this is so that it can be measured in comparison to your lifestyle after the accident. It is important to make sure that every single aspect of your lifestyle that has been compromised is made known to the jury and then also proven through witness testimony or other evidence

If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

7 Days of 7 Different Types of Compensatory Damages Day 2 | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Day 2
Cost of medical expenses & treatment:
o The higher your medical bills are the more in damages you are awarded. The cost of future medical expenses is also an important thing to consider. If you are facing years of treatment that could in effect last a lifetime the amount of damages you will be awarded is usually substantially increased
If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation

What Employers need to know about Workers Compensation Part One | Toledo, Ohio Workers Compensation Lawyer

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Do I really need to have a workers' compensation policy?
Yes, if you have any employees you have to have an active workers' compensation policy, it covers those employees that have a workplace injury

If I own my own business do I still need to have a workers compensation policy?
If you are the only one who owns the business, are a partner in a partnership or incorporated as a corporation and have no employees, then you can decide whether or not you want to have a workers compensation policy
What are the pros and cons of being only owner of a business, a partner, or individuals incorporated as a corporation and have no employees or any family farm corporate officers choosing to get coverage for themselves?
The pro being that you can report a work injury against your policy and upon BWC approval of the claim, medical bills and lost time wages can be paid.
The con then being that you must report your wages to BWC and pay the correct premiums on your net income
How do I apply for workers compensation coverage?
You fill out a U-3 form and then turn it into the BWC. There is a $10 deposit is required

If you or someone you know has been hurt while on the job in Ohio, call our Toledo, Workers Compensation Claim attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book.

What Employers need to know about Workers Compensation Part Two | Toledo, Ohio Workers Compensation Lawyer

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

What benefits does workers compensation coverage offer?
After the BWC approves the claim for a work injury, the policy then covers the payment of medical bills, compensation for lost wages, permanent disability and settlements. There are many different kinds of compensation benefits available they include the following:
o Temporary Total Compensation (TT)
o Scheduled Loss (SL)
o Percentage of Permanent Partial Award (%PP)
o Permanent Total Disability (PTD)
o Disabled Workers' Relief Benefits (DWRF)
o Change of Occupation (COA)
o Facial Disfigurement Award (FD)
o Wage Loss (WL)
 Working Wage Loss (WWL)
 Non-Working Wage Loss (NWWL
o Living Maintenance Wage Loss (LMWL)
o Living Maintenance (LM)
o Violation of Specific Safety Requirement (VSSR)
o Lump Sum Advancement (LSA)
o Death Claims
 The First Report Of Injury (FROI)
 The Industrial Commission form Application for Additional Award for Fatal Injury
 By letter if the death is a result of an existing claim
 The new Additional Information for Death Benefits (C-5) or the OD-2 forms may also be used for additional information;
 Death benefits may also be applied for by calling 1-800-OHIOBWC, or the local customer service office
 A managed care organization (MCO) can also report the death due to injury or disease by filing the claim via External Data Interchange (EDI)

Jury Awards $95 Million In Sexual Harassment Suit | Toledo, Ohio Sexual Harassment Lawyers

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Ashley Alford is awarded $95 million in her sexual harassment lawsuit against Aaron's Inc, formerly Aaron Rents. There is a cap on federal sexual harassment damages, so they will be reduced to $41.6 million. She was awarded $15 million in compensatory damages and $80 million in punitive damages. In 2009 Aaron's and the EEOC entered into a consent decree which said that the company agreed to not discriminate against employees or subject them to sexual harassment or retaliate against them for reporting harassment. It also said that the St. Louis managers attended three hours of sexual harassment training along with other requirements too.

If you have been a victim if sexual harassment in the work place, call our Toledo, Ohio attorneys at 800.637.8170 to schedule a free legal consultation.

Georgia Company Settles Sexual Harassment Suit | Toledo, Ohio Sexual Harassment Lawyers

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

U.S. Security Associates Inc in Atlanta has agreed to pay $2 million to settle sexual harassment claims against a district manager. He is accused of harassing female employees with sexual demands, inappropriate touching, and other offensive conduct. A previous case against this same manager for sexual harassment was lost in federal court. When this manager was working in Mississippi he had six other women claim he sexually harassed them too. The settlement involved all seven women.

If you have been a victim if sexual harassment in the work place, call our Toledo, Ohio attorneys at 800.637.8170 to schedule a free legal consultation.

1 presumed dead, 1 injured in Point Place boating accident | Toledo, Ohio Personal Injury Lawyers

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

The Coast Guard resumed a search at 9 a.m. Monday for a missing man in the Maumee River who is presumed dead.
The man, who had been sitting on the back of the boat, was thrown into the water. Officials do not believe he was wearing a life vest.
Additionally, one woman who also fell overboard is being treated at Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center. Two other people who were on the boat were not injured.
The accident happened around 8:15 p.m. Sunday off the shore of Point Place near Grassy Island.
After more than an hour of searching, rescue crews said they were conducting a recovery mission. They temporarily suspended the search at 1:30 a.m. Monday.
Rescue crews will be using a sonar unit from the Toledo Fire Department at the location where the man fell in. There is no plan yet to use divers in the water.
The United States Coast Guard, Toledo Fire Department, Ohio Division of Natural Resources and Washington Township Fire Department are all part of the search effort.
If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, call our Toledo, Ohio personal injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.

Injuries caused during birth | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

One of the most common types of medical malpractice injuries are birth injuries. Complications can take place during childbirth, if that happens it can lead to injury or death of the mother, baby, or both of them. This can happen when the OBGYN does not give the baby or mother the correct care either before or during the baby's delivery. Some examples of negligent care can include the following:
o A failure to give certain blood tests that can detect fetal abnormalities
o A failure to notice and recognize signs that the fetus is in distress
o A failure to notice or recognize any signs of respiratory distress
o A failure to offer sufficient prenatal care
o A failure to deliver a baby by C-section, if necessary for health reasons of the mother and/or baby
o When rushing the delivery of the baby results in a breech birth and broken bones
o A failure to give a premature baby the appropriate care
A doctor's negligence can be the cause of some serious medical malpractice injuries; it can also be due to negligent medical care given during the prenatal care or in the delivery room. This can cause many serious injuries to the baby including:
Cerebral Palsy:
o This is a condition that involves permanent brain damage to the brain's motor control centers. This disorder results in motor dysfunction, for example spasms and a lack of coordination of the muscles
Erb's Palsy (also known as Brachial Palsy):
o This is when there is an injury to the nerves surrounding the baby's shoulder. This injury happens when the baby is unable to exit the birth canal and as a result causes paralysis in the arms
Facial Paralysis:
o This is an injury to the facial nerves; it is often a result of delivery using forceps
Clavicle Fracture:
o This is usually a result of a breech birth, this injury happens when the clavicle or collarbone of the baby breaks
If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

Injuries during surgery | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Attorney

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Lots of medical malpractice injuries happen during surgical procedures. Most of the injuries are frequently caused by negligent pre-operative care and planning. This can lead to serious irreversible injuries or even death. Some examples of surgical injuries can include the following:
o Improperly administering anesthesia
o Negligent surgical techniques
o Puncturing of internal organs
o Operating on the wrong body part
o Performing the wrong procedure on a patient
o Closing up the patient without taking out all of the surgical implements and instruments
o A failure to diagnose and/or treat an infection that happens post-operatively
Negligent medical care can result in the following:
o Asphyxia - which is the loss of oxygen to parts of the body or suffocation
o Blindness
o Paralysis
o Injured organs
o Brain injuries
o Amputation
o Cardiovascular injuries
o Coma
o Death
If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

7 Days of 7 Different Types of Compensatory Damages Day 1 | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Day 1
Loss of Income:
o If your injuries prevent you from working and in turn cause you to lose income or you loose income because of missed work due to your treatment you can be awarded Compensatory damages. If the injury is serious enough that you can no longer perform the duties of your job you can sue for loss of future earnings capacity. If the accident results in death, a family member can sue on behalf of the deceased for any lost income that the deceased would have earned based on the work-life expectancy of the deceased. Future earnings are discounted to present value and therefore reduces the total amount awarded

If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

UTMC cleared in malpractice case | Toledo, Ohio Medical Malpractice Lawyer

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Wednesday the Ohio Supreme Court unanimously ruled that a doctor who was accused of malpractice doesn't become an "arm of the state" and in doing so become immune from a lawsuit just because a medical student from a public university happened to be observing that day.

Dr. Marek Skoskiewicz, a Doctor from Napoleon, was performing surgery on a patient from his private practice in the Henry County Hospital, which is a private hospital. At the lower court he had successfully argued that he was acting as an arm of the University Of Toledo College Of Medicine because there was a third-year medical student in the room at the time that the alleged malpractice took place. The 10th District Court of Appeals overturned a ruling that was in Dr. Skoskiewicz's favor and then sent the case back to Henry County Common Pleas Court, where it originated. Justice Paul Pfeifer wrote that "Dr. Skoskiewicz and the many other volunteer clinical faculties in Ohio provide an important service." "But that service, however commendable, does not transform the volunteers behind it into an arm of the state." If the ruling had come out in the Dr's favor this could have left the University open to a potential liability since he had been appointed as a volunteer clinical instructor by the school and for his role he had received a small stipend through a private, nonprofit organization. The 10th District Court of Appeals found that there was not a contract of employment between Dr. Skoskiewicz and the school, the former Medical College of Ohio. Justice Pfeifer then wrote "In truth, based on the record before us, the appointment did not enable Dr. Skoskiewicz to do anything except, as stipulated, allow students to 'rotate through Dr. Skoskiewicz's practice as part of one-month clerkships" The patient Larry Engel, Jr., had originally filed his malpractice suit in Henry County, claiming that the negligence during two vasectomy surgeries that led to a third surgery in which a testicle had to be removed. Dr. Skoskiewicz did succeeded in having the case dismissed using the argument that the university should be the defendant not him, the case has been placed on hold while separate proceedings were initiated against UT in the Ohio Court of Claims. The President of UT, Lloyd Jacobs, who had felt the case important enough to personally attend the arguments before the court said "I'm really pleased that the University of Toledo finds itself in a leadership role for colleges and medical schools across the state on this important issue." He then went on to say, "I want to highlight the tremendous value of volunteer faculty." Having said this "They've been a part of medical school faculties for at least a century..." the Supreme Court has determined that the amazing volunteer faculty do not automatically become employees of the state with the rights and privileges that pertain to that title. He said "It's a necessary determination in order for the state and medical schools and universities to maintain fiscal integrity." Mr. Engel's attorney, John B. Fisher, said the Supreme Court ruling keeps his client's case alive in Henry County. If the court had found that the school should have been the defendant and not the doctor, the case could have been dismissed because it had not been filed in the correct court, which is the Court of Claims, or filed within the statute of limitations.

If you or someone you know have been injured due to medical malpractice contact our Toledo, Ohio personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170 to set up a free case evaluation.

Benefits That Are Available To Injured Workers | Toledo, Ohio workers compensation attorney

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Benefits That Are Available To Injured Workers | Toledo, Ohio workers compensation attorney

Temporary Total Disability:
This type helps replace wages lost for those unable to work for a certain amount of time. An example would be if a worker had a pallet fall on their foot and that prevented them from doing their job until their foot was healed. To qualify for this type of disability you have to miss 8 days in a row. For the first 12 weeks of being on disability the worker is receives 72 percent of their full weekly wage. This number is based on the average of the gross wages that were earned the six weeks prior to when the injury occurred. After being on disability for 3 months it is reduced to 66 and 2/3 of the average weekly wage. This is calculated by the worker's average gross wages for the year prior to the injury happening.

Permanent Partial Disability:
This is when a worker sustains a physical or psychological injury that will stay with them for the rest of their lives, but it may allow them to keep working. An example of this type of disability is if a worker gets burned on the job and is left with permanent scar tissue. In this type the worker would be eligible for a permanent partial disability award, which is then based on the percentage of the impairment. Injuries that happened before June 30, 2006, the worker had to wait 40 weeks to file this kind of claim. An injury that occurs after June 30, 2006, the waiting period was changed to 26 weeks. To determine the percentage of loss the worker must be examined by a BWC doctor, the doctor then uses the American Medical Association's Guide to Evaluations of Permanent Impairment to determine the percentage of impairment of the injured body part. If the worker thinks this percentage is too low they can have their own doctor examine them and then the two findings are then looked over by a hearing officer and then decides the percentage of the compensation.

Permanent Total Disability:
To be eligible for this type of disability you need to be injured so seriously on the job that you'll never be able to gain sustained employment. A more extreme example of this type of disability is when an injury causes a worker to become paralyzed. The injury does not need to completely incapacitate the worker for this disability to awarded though. If a hearing officer grants this type of disability then the worker can receive compensation for the rest of their life. This type of disability is calculated by taking into account the statewide weekly wage average and if the worker receives any Social Security benefits.

If you or someone you know has been hurt while on the job in Ohio, call our Toledo, Workers Compensation Claim attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book.

Violation of a Specific Safety Requirement | Toledo, Ohio Workers Compensation Claims Lawyer

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

An example of a situation when this type of compensation is awarded would be if an injury results from an employer requiring an employee to work at a certain height without the proper harnesses for the scaffolding or the workers safety. The state legislature and the state Industrial Commission require employers to follow certain workplace safety rules.

These rules are designed to safeguard the lives, health, or safety of an employee. If the employee gets hurt this type of claim can be filed, this type of claim does two things, it punishes the employer and compensates the employee. Our office helps clients fill out a report with the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA); they oversee workplace safety issues. OSHA then investigates and cites the company if there are any violations, this report can then be used back up your claim.

If you or someone you know has been hurt while on the job in Ohio, call our Toledo, Workers Compensation Claim attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book.

Tips that can help your case | Toledo, Ohio Workers Compensation Claims Lawyer

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

The following are some helpful tips from the Charles E. Boyk Law Offices, LLC:

o   Report the injury to your employer
o   First Report of Injury Form ( FROI )
o   Get a claim number
o   Get medical treatment
o   Mandatory drug testing
o   Lost wages
o   Wage differential claims
o   Contested hearing

If you or someone you know has been hurt while on the job in Ohio, call our Toledo, Workers Compensation Claim attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book.

Lump Sum Settlements | Toledo, Ohio Workers Compensation Claims Attorney

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

An injured worker should be careful when agreeing to a lump sum settlement; this type of settlement will stop the worker from seeking additional compensation through the BWC. It closes the door for all payments for future compensation and future medical treatment related to the claim.

If you or someone you know has been hurt while on the job in Ohio, call our Toledo, Workers Compensation Claim attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book.

Workplace Intentional Tort | Toledo, Ohio Workers Compensation Claims Lawyer

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

If an employer's behavior that results in a workplace injury is so outrageous there can be another claim filed outside of the workers compensation system along with the workers compensation claim. This additional claim is a lawsuit called a workplace intentional tort, which is when the conduct was so bad that the courts view it as if the employer acted intentionally to cause the harm. These cases are hard to win because burden of proof that needs to be proved is so high.

If you or someone you know has been hurt while on the job in Ohio, call our Toledo, Workers Compensation Claim attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book.

Some Tips On Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning | Poisoning Injury Attorney Toledo, OH

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless gas that is produced when you burn any type of fuel, like gasoline, propane, natural gas, oil, wood, or charcoal. Carbon Monoxide is known as the silent killer, it decreases the amount of oxygen present in a person's body. Children are more susceptible to the effects of CO poisoning because of their small bodies and show signs different than adults.
The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are:
o Headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and confusion are the most common symptoms
o The person can lose consciousness or die in severe cases
o The flu can be one of the other illnesses that CO poisoning can be mistaken for
o Frequently with CO poisoning more than one person in the house will have the same symptoms at the same time
To decrease the risk of CO poisoning you should:
o Install a CO alarm outside every sleeping area and on every level in your home
o Place a CO alarm at least 15 feet away from every fuel-burning appliance
o Test the alarms every month and replace the alarms every 5 years
o Make sure the alarms can be heard when you are testing them and also practice an escape plan with your family
o Get all of your gas, oil or coal burning appliances inspected by a technician, every year to make sure they are working correctly and are properly ventilated
o Never use the stove for heating a room
o Do not use a grill, generator or camping stove inside your house, garage or near a window
o Never leave any motor vehicle engine running inside of your garage, even if your garage door is open
o Install a CO alarm on your motorboat because it can build up anywhere in or around your boat
If your CO alarm goes off follow these steps:
o Get everyone out of the house as quickly as possible and out into the fresh air. Then once outside your house use a neighbors phone or your cell phone and call for help
o If someone is experiencing symptoms of CO poisoning call 911 for immediate medical attention
o If nobody is experiencing any symptoms you should just call the fire department and they will then let you know when it is safe for your family to go back inside

If you or someone you know has been poisoned, call our Toledo, Ohio poison injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of Little kids, Big accidents: The Ultimate Guide to Child Injury Cases in Ohio.

Do men or women cause more accidents? | Toledo, Ohio car accident lawyer

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

A compilation of car accident facts have been compiled to take a look at whether men or women are better drivers. Click here to view these fun car accident facts.

If you have been involved in a car accident call our Toledo, Ohio car accident lawyer 800.637.8170 to request a free copy of The Ohio Accident Book and set up a free consultation.

Safety Tips for Motorcycle Riders | Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Toledo, OH

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

o Always wear a DOT-approved helmet
o Never ride your motorcycle after you have been drinking. Alcohol greatly impairs your ability to safely operate a motorcycle
o Don't let you friends ride impaired you should be a good friend and take their keys away from them
o Wear protective clothing that provides some level of protection for you against injuries. Your upper body clothing should also include bright colors or reflective materials, so that other people driving can see you more easily
o Avoid tailgating and riding in-between lanes
o Maintain a safe speed and use caution when you are traveling over slippery surfaces or gravel

If you have been injured in an Ohio motorcycle accident, call our Toledo, Ohio motorcycle accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book.

Recreational Water Illnesses (RWIs) | Child Accident Attorney Toledo, OH

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Don't swim when ill with diarrhea; don't get water in your mouth; practice good hygiene!

Germs that are spread by swallowing, breathing in mists or aerosols from, or having contact with contaminated recreational water cause RWI's. Recreational water includes the water in swimming pools, hot tubs, water parks, water play areas, interactive fountains, lakes, rivers, and oceans. The most commonly reported RWI is diarrhea, these germs can be spread by swallowing water that has been contaminated with fecal matter that contains the RWI germs.
From 1978 to 2008 the number of reported RWI outbreaks has gradually increased, from as many as 5 in 1986 to 84 reported in 2007. The most significant increase in the number of RWI outbreaks happened after 1997. The overall result of the increase in the number of reported occurrences of acute diarrheal illness (gastroenteritis) is associated with the use of chlorine at the different recreational water places. There could be many factors that have contributed to the increase of RWI's, for example it could be that there is an actual increase in the number of outbreaks, another reason could be that people are just more aware that RWI's exist and are reporting them more now. We know for sure that Crypto has caused the increase. The chlorine used to treat the water for example in pools kills all germs within minutes but there is one it doesn't kill and that is Crypto. It has a hard outer shell and is hard to kill and this permits the germ to live for days.

If your child or a child you know had been injured, call our Toledo, Ohio child injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of Little kids, Big accidents: The Ultimate Guide to Child Injury Cases in Ohio.

Tips on Preventing Household Poisoning | Poisoning Injury Attorney Toledo, OH

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Keep anything that could potentially be a poisonous household product and also any medications locked out of your children's sight and reach.
o Read the labels on any products to find out what is poisonous. Some unsafe household products can include things like toilet cleaners, bleach, oven cleaners and any dishwasher products. Potential hazards to be aware of can include medicines, makeup, plants, toys, pesticides, art supplies and alcohol
o Never leave any poisonous product by itself when you're using it. Countless accidents happen when adults are distracted for just a moment
o Be aware of poisons that can also be in your purse. Keep your purse out of the reach of young children
o Do not mix any cleaning products together
o Buy child-resistant packaged products when you can
o Keep all products in their original packaging to avoid any confusion
o In cabinets where you have any poisonous items you should use child safety locks
If you believe your child has been poisoned, take the product to the phone and immediately call the toll free nationwide poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If your child has collapsed or is not breathing immediately call 911. Poison control centers offer fast, free, and confidential help in English and Spanish. Most poisonings can be resolved over the phone. The toll free number works anywhere in the United States and is open round the clock, 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. Follow the operator's instructions and don't force the child throw up or give them anything unless you're told to do so.

If you or someone you know has been poisoned, call our Toledo, Ohio poison injury attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of Little kids, Big accidents: The Ultimate Guide to Child Injury Cases in Ohio.

Toledo Ohio Accident App | Toledo, Ohio car accident attorney

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

If you live in Ohio and have a smart phone, this app is for you. The Charles Boyk Law Offices recently released their FREE accident app. This app comes with everything you need in the event that you are in an accident. It helps drivers be prepared and informed so that if you are in an accident, you will know exactly what to do. To download this app you can either visit the iTunes or App Store and search for "Ohio Car Accident Attorneys - Charles Boyk Law Firm" or simply go to www.toledoohioaccidentapp.com

Workers With Nail-Gun Injuries Seek Treatment In The ER | Workers Compensation Lawyer Toledo, OH

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Speed, ease of use, and the availability of nail guns have made them a common tool in workplaces like residential construction and wood-product fabrication.
Around 4% of nail-gun resulted in fractured bones, 66% were injuries to upper half of the body, mostly to the hands and fingers, 24% were injuries to the lower half of the body.
Examples of other nail-gun related injuries include:
o Eye injuries from foreign objects, or corneal abrasions
o Dental injuries
o Musculoskeletal injuries
o Sprains or Strains or Tendonitis
o Nerve damage from tool use
o Finger dislocation from reaching and lifting a tool
o Lacerations or Electrical burns
o Noise-induced hearing difficulty
In 2005 there were around 1,500 workers hospitalized for nail gun related injuries; their injuries included Nails embedded in their head, joints, or bones, Fractures caused from nail puncturing, and Infected puncture wounds. Usually the workers were not hospitalized just treated and released.

Protect your driver from the leading killer of teens: crashes | Car Accident Attorney Toledo, OH

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 08:00:00 EST

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens, accounting for more than one in three deaths in this age group. Thankfully, teen motor vehicle crashes are preventable, and proven strategies can keep young drivers safer on the road.
The Teen Drivers' Risk
Parents are worried about protecting their teen's health and safety, but the one thing everyone does not realize is that motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens, Car accidents claim the lives of about eight teens a day. Each year nearly 350,000 teens are treated in the ER for crash related injuries.
Those teen drivers that are particularly a high crash risk are:

o Males
o From 2000 to 2006 the number of male drivers and passengers 15 to 19 years old and who were also killed in crashes was higher with 12,479, than the number of female drivers and passengers who were killed in car accidents that number being 6,579
o Teens driving with another teen as a passenger
o Teens who drove with teen passengers increased the risk of a crash than those teen drivers who drove without teen passengers
o Teens driving at night
o The risk of a crash for teens driving at night is almost twice as high as the risk of crashing during the day time
o Teens that are newly licensed
o Risk of a crash is highest during the first year that teens are legally allowed to drive

If you or someone you know has been hurt in a Toledo, Ohio car accident, call our Toledo, Car accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 for a free case evaluation or to request your free copy of The Ohio Accident Book.