Mansfield Personal Injury Blog

Harm from defective or dangerous products can be serious for injured victims. A variety of parties may be liable for the harm dangerous or defective products cause victims through products liability law and a personal injury claim for damages based on products liability.

Parties that may be liable for the physical, financial and emotional damages suffered by victims can include manufacturers of defective products, as well as wholesalers, retailers and some others in the chain of distribution. These parties may be liable for the victim's medical expenses, lost earnings and pain and suffering damages. Protections may be available to both victims and their families depending on the circumstances.

As the weather improves, a greater number of motorcycle riders hit the road in Ohio, which is why it is important to remember to remain safe on the roadways. In addition, it is important for motorcycle riders to be familiar with the legal options that can protect them if they are harmed in a motorcycle accident. A motorcycle accident can cause catastrophic injuries to victims, which is why personal injury legal resources are available to help assist them with their damages.

When an negligent driver such as an inattentive driver, distracted driver or impaired driver harms a motorcycle accident victim because they failed to observe them or did not properly yield the motorcyclist's right of way, for instance, personal injury legal protections can help motorcycle accident victims and their families pick up the pieces caused by a motorcycle accident. Motorcycle riders are uniquely vulnerable on the roadways and in two-thirds of motorcycle accidents involving another car, the driver of the other vehicle caused the accident by violating the motorcycle rider's right of way.

Medical malpractice can cause serious and extensive harm to victims and their families which is why they should be familiar with who may be liable for those damages if the victim chooses to bring a medical malpractice claim for the damages they have suffered. There are several things victims of medical malpractice should know, including who may be considered liable for the harm they have suffered.

Depending on the circumstances, a variety of different parties may be liable for medical malpractice. Hospitals and their staff may be liable to victims of medical malpractice when they have suffered harm. In addition, medical professionals including doctors, nurses and other medical care professionals who have provided negligent medical care and treatment may also be liable to victims of medical malpractice. Others may also be liable depending on the circumstances.

A wrongful death claim is a type of legal action that protects surviving family members of victims of fatal accidents. A wrongful death claim can help family members recover compensation from a negligent party for damages suffered. These negligent parties typically include errant drivers who cause fatal car accidents.

In a nearby Ohio community northeast of the Mansfield area, a driver was recently detained following a fatal car accident. The fatal crash killed two victims and sent the driver of the other vehicle to the hospital with injuries. The 31-year old driver of the second vehicle involved in the wreck was detained, and authorities reported that they are still investigating the accident.