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3 options for compensation after a drunk driver causes a wreck

On Behalf of The Heck Law Offices, Ltd. | Wednesday Mar 22, 2023 | Car Accidents

It is against Ohio state law to drive when someone has a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) over the legal limit for their license type. It is also against the law for someone to knowingly drive when they notice that they are – in any way – impaired as a result of alcohol, illicit substances or medication. The sad truth is that despite the law, a significant but unknown number of adults choose to drive while chemically impaired. All too often, intoxicated drivers end up causing major crashes that result in potentially devastating consequences for other people. Drunk drivers may face...

How security issues can lead to premises liability claims

On Behalf of The Heck Law Offices, Ltd. | Wednesday Mar 15, 2023 | Premises Liability

Premises liability claims involve someone who has been hurt while visiting another’s property accountable for their negligent, reckless or intentionally dangerous approach to maintenance of hazardous conditions on their property. An injury on private property can lead to major medical issues, like broken bones, brain injuries and spinal cord injuries. People may incur medical expenses and also lost wages, as well as pain and suffering, etc. Most businesses carry insurance that will compensate those who have been harmed in a premises liability scenario. Homeowners also have special insurance...

Why people need to speak up after a slip-and-fall at a store

On Behalf of The Heck Law Offices, Ltd. | Monday Mar 13, 2023 | Premises Liability

Someone who is shopping at a store and slips in spilled frozen peas or water near a drinking fountain could end up seriously injured. Unfortunately, adults who are involved in slip-and-fall incidents in public settings don't take proper steps to protect their interests afterward. Instead of talking to people at the business about what happened and getting medical care, they might just continue shopping or leave. Although it can seem embarrassing to have to locate a staff member and inform them about a slip-and-fall, doing so is better than risking the loss of the right to financial...

The evolution of auto safety technology

On Behalf of The Heck Law Offices, Ltd. | Friday Mar 10, 2023 | Motor Vehicle Accidents

Auto technology has evolved over the years, especially when it pertains to safety. The first cars, of course, had very few safety systems at all. But that quickly changed, especially as the risk of injury or even death became very clear, and as cars themselves became more popular. This led to the implementation of things like seatbelts and airbags. These are safety systems that are designed to protect a person from injury. If an accident occurs, these systems theoretically kick in and reduce the severity of those injuries. Wearing your seatbelt doesn’t mean you’re not going to be injured,...

Anesthesia mistakes that can lead to injuries

On Behalf of The Heck Law Offices, Ltd. | Tuesday Mar 7, 2023 | Medical Malpractice

When a patient undergoes a surgical procedure, anesthesia will be administered to put them in a sleep-like state. Before doing so, however, the health care provider ought to let the patient understand the risks involved. While anesthesia is generally safe thanks to advances in medical technology, mistakes still happen. Anesthesia mistakes can lead to serious injuries. If you or a loved one sustains an anesthesia-related injury, you may pursue the healthcare provider or hospital for damages through a medical malpractice claim. But how do anesthesia injuries happen? Here are three ways an...

Who pays for medical expenses when a dog bites someone in Ohio?

On Behalf of The Heck Law Offices, Ltd. | Tuesday Mar 7, 2023 | Dog Bites

Dogs can enrich an individual’s life by providing companionship and/or a sense of security. In some cases, dogs undergo extensive training to support those with medical or mental health challenges, allowing them to live fuller, richer lives. Dogs can also substantially diminish an individual's quality of life by attacking and injuring them. Canine companions of all sizes and ages can become aggressive for a broad range of reasons. Dog bite attacks are uncommon but frequent enough to be reason for concern for Ohio residents. Most neighborhoods have at least a few dogs, possibly a handful of...

Proximity to medical centers could lead to a wrongful death case

On Behalf of The Heck Law Offices, Ltd. | Monday Mar 6, 2023 | Wrongful Death

There’s often a very fine line between an incident that leads to severe injuries and one that leads to a wrongful death. For example, if someone causes a car accident, they have made the exact same mistake, whether or not someone in the other vehicle passes away. But outside factors could be what determine whether or not this actually happens. One such issue is simply the proximity to a hospital. For example, say that someone causes a car accident and the other driver suffers a wound that leads to blood loss. If this happened on a city street and the hospital was only a few minutes away, an...

How do you hold someone responsible for distracted driving?

On Behalf of The Heck Law Offices, Ltd. | Tuesday Feb 28, 2023 | Distracted Driving

Distracted driving isn't just irresponsible. It is also against the law in Ohio. Those who text at the wheel could end up pulled over and cited or possibly declared responsible for a crash. Drivers should keep their focus on the road rather than interacting with mobile devices or otherwise distracting them from road conditions and everyone's safety. The unfortunate truth is that anxious or drivers in Ohio may try to split their focus between driving and another activity. While some people are honest and will admit that they became distracted and therefore caused a crash, many others will try...

Self-driving cars are the subject of new safety concerns

On Behalf of The Heck Law Offices, Ltd. | Saturday Feb 25, 2023 | Car Accidents

Self-driving vehicles are becoming more commonplace, but this doesn’t mean that they’re without safety issues. Recently, Tesla issued a recall for some vehicles that have self-driving programs. The company is now under investigation by federal regulators. Federal safety regulators say that the self-driving program in certain Tesla vehicles can cause crashes due to unsafe actions near intersections. This poses a risk for others on the road, especially if drivers aren’t paying attention to what’s going on around them. Recall issued Tesla notes that its vehicles aren’t fully autonomous, but the...

Why wrongful death claims often involve court, not just insurance

On Behalf of The Heck Law Offices, Ltd. | Saturday Feb 25, 2023 | Wrongful Death

Most adults in Ohio travel frequently in motor vehicles, which is one reason that crashes are a leading cause of injury and death in the Buckeye State. Unfortunately, the insurance requirements in Ohio aren't really high enough to protect those affected by collisions. Someone who can't drive their brand-new vehicle after a crash or who will miss weeks of work because of an injury will frequently need to consider taking the driver at fault for their collision to court. When a crash results in someone dying, insurance coverage is frequently insufficient. Many grieving families struggling to...

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