The field of personal injury and mass tort law is constantly evolving. The DGMS Law blog is published by our attorneys to keep clients, colleagues, and members of our community up to date on the state of plaintiff’s law in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and nationwide. Topics include personal injury, workers’ compensation, car accidents, defective products, recent settlements, disability, and more.
Key Takeaways Rental coverage often lasts 14 to 30 days, depending on the policy limits. Coverage usually ends when repairs finish, the claim settles, or the rental limit is reached. […]
Key Takeaways Emotional distress damages cover psychological harm like anxiety, trauma, and depression caused by another party’s actions. These damages are non-economic and reflect harm that lacks a fixed financial […]
Key Takeaways Medical care comes first after an accident. Evidence helps show what happened and who may be responsible. Complete medical records strengthen the claim. Ohio’s two-year filing deadline makes […]
Key Takeaways Early legal guidance helps preserve evidence and protect your claim. Serious injuries or disputed fault often require representation. Truck accident cases involve complex rules and multiple parties. Insurance […]
Key Takeaways Medicare places a lien on personal injury settlements when it has covered accident-related care. Reimbursement applies only to medical expenses, not pain and suffering damages. The amount owed […]
Key Takeaways Text messages can establish fault in Ohio personal injury cases. Authentication means proving who sent the message and that it was never altered. Carrier subpoenas, device metadata, and […]
Key Takeaways Ohio law requires dog bite victims to report to local health authorities within 24 hours. Victims, healthcare providers, and veterinarians are all required to report a dog bite. […]
Key Takeaways PTSD can develop after any car crash, even when physical injuries seem minor. Symptoms like nightmares, avoidance, and withdrawal may appear days or weeks later. A formal mental […]
Key Takeaways: A personal injury claim involves a series of steps from gathering evidence through negotiation or possible court proceedings. Collecting photos, witness information, official reports, and medical documentation early […]
Key Takeaways Ohio law does not specifically prohibit passengers from putting their feet on the dashboard. Airbags deploy in a split second and can cause severe leg, hip, facial, and […]
People searching for the Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Dayton, Ohio are typically looking for firms with real experience handling injury claims in Montgomery County and surrounding communities. The firms […]
Key Takeaways Ohio law requires drivers hold a valid license to operate a motor vehicle. Forgetting a license differs legally from driving without valid driving privileges. Police usually verify license […]
Key Takeaways Serious car accident injury interferes with mobility or cognitive function. Severe crash injuries may require surgery or extended medical care. Traumatic brain injury occurs when a blow or […]
Key Takeaways A semi-truck pairs a tractor with a detachable trailer to haul freight. A semi-trailer relies on the tractor to support its front portion. A fully loaded semi-truck requires […]
Key Takeaways Standard semi-trucks follow size limits, but weight rules affect handling and stopping. Ohio law limits axle loads and total weight to prevent unsafe road conditions. Oversized loads require […]
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