Airbags serve a vital safety purpose and have saved countless lives since their invention. However, there’s also a risk that you could sustain some injuries from them during an accident, such as facial and abdominal injuries. But can an airbag kill you? While fatal injuries are not common airbag injuries, people have died from complications before, though the cause...
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When you suffer injury as a result of someone else’s negligence, you deserve compensation. But did you know that your time to seek compensation is limited? The amount of time you have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Ohio is governed by the statute of limitations that applies to your claim. Many people refer to this deadline as...
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If you have been injured or suffered a loss because of the negligent actions of another, you may be eligible for compensation. The type of damages you are able to recover will depend on the unique circumstances of your situation. Ohio punitive damages may be available based on the actions of the person or entity responsible for the injury....
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Car accidents can lead to various injuries, some of which may not be immediately apparent. Among the most concerning are nerve injuries, which can develop in the days, weeks, or even months following an accident. If you’ve recently been in a car crash in Ohio and are worried about the signs of nerve damage after a car accident, it’s...
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You braced yourself for the crash, hands instinctively gripping the wheel. Seconds later, the car was still, but your wrist wasn’t. It throbbed with every small movement. Injuries like this can turn everyday tasks like lifting a bag, opening a door, and fastening a button into hurdles. At Bensinger Legal Services, we understand how hand and wrist injuries from...
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In 2021, Ohio shortened its statute of limitations for breach of contract. If you are considering suing for a breach, this new law makes it important to speak with an Ohio lawyer as soon as possible. Previously, claimants could bring a breach lawsuit up to eight years after a violation occurred, depending upon the facts of the case. This...
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Car accidents have a way of changing things in an instant. You were driving in Ohio, and now you’re left with a shoulder that hurts. Maybe the pain came on strong right after the accident, or perhaps it’s something you noticed later. Either way, it’s disrupting your life, and you’re looking for answers. Left shoulder pain after a car...
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Car accidents happen in the blink of an eye. They leave chaos in their wake and they happen alarmingly often. In fact, from the beginning of 2021 to mid-2022, the Lima Police Department recorded reports of 1,610 car crashes in Allen County. If you or someone you know was seriously injured in a crash, you may be wondering, Who...
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In Ohio, for a contract to be legally enforceable, certain elements—like a valid offer, acceptance, and a meeting of the minds—must be present within the document or verbal agreement. Verbal agreements are legally binding in Ohio if they include an offer, acceptance, and consideration. These contracts are harder to prove than written ones and must be enforced within four...
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You walked away from the crash, but your body didn’t bounce back. The soreness didn’t fade. Your range of motion didn’t return. And now, instead of just getting back to normal, you find yourself juggling medical visits, time off work, and weeks of physical therapy. You’re not alone. Many crash victims in Ohio rely on physical therapy to recover...
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