FAQs

Who is at fault?

The driver at fault is the person whose conduct caused the accident. Establishing fault will determine who is liable to pay for the damages reasonably related to the accident.

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When can I recover damages as a result of an accident that occured in Ohio?

Ohio is a fault-based car insurance state, meaning if another driver caused your accident, you can file a claim with his or her insurance company. But you should still inform your own insurance company of the accident right after it happens.

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What is my case worth? – Personal Injury

Predicting the value of any Ohio personal injury case is almost impossible. Ohio has laws that limit the recovery and the legislature has made it very difficult for the injured to recover a fair award for their injuries.

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What is comparative negligence?

If more than one person caused the damage, then negligence is distributed between the parties based on state apportionment laws. The amount of damages are apportioned between the parties based upon the amount of negligence attributed to the individual party.

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It was icy/snowy when the accident happened, can I still recover damages?

If the roads were snowy or icy when your accident occurred, you still may be able to recover damages from the other driver. A reasonable driver will take into account the road conditions and adjust their driving accordingly.

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I was involved in an accident in Cleveland, Ohio. What should I do next?

If you were involved in a car accident in Cleveland, Ohio, then there are some things that you will want to complete as soon as possible. First, make sure you file a police report if one was not filed at the scene. If this is a hit-skip accident, then you will need to speak to Cleveland Police Hit-Skip Department.

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How long do I have to file a lawsuit after a car accident?

There may be facts specific to your case which could extend this deadline, but generally, the limitation is two years. This deadline is known as the “statute of limitations”, however, there may be more than one “statute of limitations” that applies to your case.

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AN INSURANCE COMPANY OFFERED ME MONEY, SHOULD I ACCEPT?

No. The insurance adjuster has the insurance company’s interests in mind. An experienced representative will seek compensation with your interests in mind.

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I SLIPPED ON ICE/SNOW, CAN I RECOVER MY MEDICAL EXPENSES?

In the State of Ohio, a property owner cannot be held liable for injuries that were the result of the natural accumulation of ice or snow. However, if the property owner created a hazard either intentionally or negligently, then you may be able to recover for your injuries.

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What is a Personal Injury?

A personal injury is a broad term that refers to any type of injury that stems from an accident. When a person suffers a personal injury, it is often due to the negligence of another party.

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When should I contact my insurance company after an auto accident?

Ohio is a fault-based car insurance state, meaning if another driver caused your accident, you can file a claim with his or her insurance company. But you should still inform your own insurance company of the accident right after it happens.

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CAN THERE BE MULTIPLE PARTIES LIABLE FOR WRONGFUL DEATH IN OHIO?

In some cases, there may be more than one party liable in wrongful death suit. It can be exceptionally hard to pinpoint and prove fault with cases of this nature, though.

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I HAVE NO INSURANCE. CAN I STILL FILE A CLAIM AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT IN CLEVELAND?

But even if you have no insurance at the time of a car accident, you may still be able to file a claim if another party was at fault for the accident.

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I WAS HIT BY ANOTHER CAR AND THE INSURANCE COMPANY WON’T PAY FOR MY RENTAL. WHAT SHOULD I DO?

The driver may have a limited coverage that does not include rental cars. If you were hit by another car and the other driver’s insurance is refusing to pay for your rental, you are going to need to get an attorney involved to sort out the issues and to determine why rentals are not being provided.

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WHAT IS MY CASE WORTH?

There are many factors that affect the value of a case. Attorneys can only give you a general idea of the value of your case based on cases they have previously handled with similar facts and injuries as the present case

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