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How Long Does a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Take in Ohio?

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Losing a loved one is a painful and emotionally challenging experience. Wrongful death lawsuits seek to provide families justice and compensation for their loss. Our clients often ask, How long does a wrongful death lawsuit take? Unfortunately, the answer depends on the facts of your case. If you want to file a wrongful death lawsuit, Bensinger Legal Services can...

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Loss of Consortium in Ohio Quick Facts

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When an individual sustains serious or fatal injuries in an accident caused by someone else, their loved ones also suffer in a variety of tangible ways. Loss of consortium Ohio claims can provide an effective way to recover compensation for those damages. Whether you have suffered financial, physical, or emotional losses—or a combination of these—you may be entitled to...

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Elements of a Wrongful Death Claim in Ohio

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Death is a tragedy, no matter the cause, but some are particularly devastating because they would not have happened were it not for someone else’s negligence. Though no amount of money can bring back your loved one, Ohio law allows surviving relatives to bring a wrongful death claim against the responsible party. At Bensinger Legal Services, our seasoned legal...

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Are There Damage Caps in Ohio Wrongful Death Cases?

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Losing a loved one in an accident is an unimaginable tragedy. The emotional void left behind is often compounded by the financial uncertainty that follows. In Ohio, when a loved one’s death results from someone else’s negligence, wrongful death claims offer a legal pathway for families to seek compensation.  Understanding what you can recover is vital because the state...

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What Is the Average Wrongful Death Settlement In Ohio?

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Compared to a typical personal injury case, a wrongful death case can be much more significant. Because of this, the settlement amount for a wrongful death case may also be much more significant.  Because settlements are not public, it is impossible to give an average amount of a wrongful death settlement in Ohio. Additionally, there is no ordinary wrongful...

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Types of Wrongful Death Cases

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Dealing with the loss of a loved one is never easy. Not only are you grieving your loss, but you are facing the near-impossible task of trying to pick up the pieces and plan for a future without them.  Some types of wrongful death cases include: If your loved one was killed by the actions or inactions of another...

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Filing a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Ohio

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After losing a loved one, it may be intimidating to go through the process of filing a wrongful death lawsuit in Ohio. While nothing can bring your loved one back, a wrongful death claim helps provide the compensation your family needs to recover. Here are the basic things you need to know about filing a wrongful death claim in...

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Ohio Wrongful Death Statute Overview

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There is nothing easy about coping with the death of a loved one, regardless of the circumstances. If you believe your loved one’s death was caused by the negligence of another person or company, you may want to learn more about the Ohio wrongful death statute to understand your options for recovery. Though no amount of compensation can alleviate...

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Can I Sue for Wrongful Death Because of Denied Medical Treatment in Jail?

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Did a loved one die because they were denied medical treatment while in jail or prison? If so, you might have the legal basis for pursuing a wrongful death claim. Incarcerated persons have legal rights which may be violated if they are denied necessary medical care. In Ohio, wrongful death attorney Aaron Bensinger of Bensinger Law puts his extensive...

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How Do You Prove Fault in an Ohio Wrongful Death Case?

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If you lost a loved one due to injuries they suffered in an accident, you and your family deserve justice. Bringing a wrongful death case can hold the at-fault party accountable for their negligent or wrongful actions and help you recover compensation for your losses. The question is, how do you prove a wrongful death case? In Northwest Ohio,...

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