Ohio Personal Injury Law Blog
When doctors prescribe too much of a dangerous medication
The whole point of the prescription medication system and controlled substances laws is to limit public access to medication that people could abuse or that pose any sort of risk to the public. However, physicians also want the medication they prescribe to be...
A deeper reason texting and driving is so dangerous
At this point, most drivers know that texting and driving is dangerous. To some degree, it’s very easy to see why. If you look at the phone, you’re not looking at the road, and that can cause an accident. Simple, right? Not really. The lack of visual focus is just one...
Failing to review medical records can lead to prescription errors
Most physicians are in a rush when they see patients. They probably have to see dozens of people during any given day at the office or hospital where they work, and the higher the demand for their time, the more people they will try to see during their workday and the...
Truck drivers make mistakes that cause most big rig crashes
The flow of traffic often gets compared to a dance because drivers must operate independently while remaining very aware of their surroundings and the upcoming actions of others nearby. When one participant is larger, clumsier and slower than others, they may generate...
Vehicles in disrepair are leading to increased auto wrecks in Ohio
A lot of Americans are struggling to make ends meet, and vehicles are expensive to maintain. It can be a real issue to come up with the extra bucks to pay for anything beyond your gas, oil and car insurance. That’s a big problem, however, when it comes to safety...
Woman files malpractice lawsuit after death of infant child in Toledo
When medical mistakes lead to injuries, it’s fair that people will want to file claims against those who made errors. That’s why this case against ProMedica isn’t that surprising. A mother has filed the lawsuit against a physician working for ProMedica after claiming...
As trucking insurance costs rise, expect more tricks
Despite changes in the industry and increased oversight from the government, deaths related to trucking accidents have been on the rise. 2019 was the fourth year in a row that fatalities related to truck accidents have increased. But trucking companies and their...
Repercussions of anesthesia error
Errors in administering anesthesia may have terrible repercussions for the victim and family. The anesthesiologist has a vital role during surgery. When people do the job well, they make sure a patient receives the correct dosage of anesthesia and wakes after surgery...
Is Toyota delaying a recall on a serious brake defect?
Several Toyota hybrids have been involved in accidents after their brakes failed, starting as far back as June, 2014. Yet, Toyota has not issued a recall notice on any of them. Now, the owner of a California Toyota dealership is taking matters into his own hands by...
How coumadin can hurt you: What patients need to know
Coumadin, which is also commonly known by the generic name “warfarin,” is a type of anticoagulant that is often prescribed to reduce the chances of blood clots that could easily cause strokes and embolisms. While the drug can be useful, it is also highly dangerous to...
