Mentor Ohio Law Blog
Is fleeing the police a crime under state law?
If the police ticket you or arrest you, your defense team might be able to plea down the charges or have the court dismiss them. However, if you try to flee the police, you will only add one more charge and conviction that you would not have had otherwise. You might...
DUIs and job seeking
For many people who find themselves accused of a criminal offense, one of the biggest worries is how they will ever be able to get a good job again. This is a legitimate concern as the ability to get a job can be integral to prevent falling into a downward spiral....
Vehicle accident claims: What do you recover?
Automobile collisions are one of the most common reasons people find themselves in court with claims of personal injury. It can be hectic at best, and a serious or catastrophic wreck may even impact you for the rest of your life. But what does Ohio consider when you...
Types of damages you can recover when a car crash injures you
No one disputes the fact that a car crash can leave you with serious injuries. These injuries can totally disrupt your life in terms of both your spiraling medical bills and your loss of income if your injuries prevent you from working for a substantial period of...
What is the time frame for a general session criminal case?
The first event that will happen will be an arrest and proceeding after that would be a bond hearing. If you were let out on bond, then you will remain on bond until a preliminary hearing happens. After the preliminary hearing, you will have the first appearance....
Is workers’ compensation required in Ohio?
If you own a business in the state of Ohio, you need to provide all your employees with a worker's compensation insurance cover. The cover provides compensation to any employee that gets any injuries while executing their duties. Regardless of the number of employees...
Fatigue and the risk of a car crash
When drivers become extremely tired, they are at a much higher risk of causing a car crash. There are a host of risk factors drivers must watch out for when it comes to drowsy driving, such as losing sleep for one night, chronic sleep problems, long hours at work and...
Dog owner’s liability for injuries from bites or attacks
When a canine attacks or bites an individual, its owner may be responsible for medical expenses and lost wages from time off work to recover from any inflicted injuries. If the dog acted out of its own volition and bit someone for the first time, the law holds its...
Do people sue estates for wrongful death?
The sudden death of a loved one due to the negligent actions of another party can be a trying and difficult time for an Ohio family. In such cases, the surviving family members or a personal representative of the deceased may file a wrongful death suit against the...
Understanding the death claims benefit
If a loved one passes away due to a work injury or disease, then you may have the right to make a claim for workers' compensation. The dependent of an injured worker who dies as a result of a work injury can submit a death claims benefit, according to the Ohio Bureau...
