Monthly Archives: August 2012

What are the differences between civil and criminal cases?

The civil and criminal systems are each governed by separate Rules of Procedure, which are materially different in many respects. Continue reading

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What do I do if I am being sued?

You will receive a Summons that advises you that you have 28 days to file a written answer with the attorney who filed the law suit against you, and three days from that date to mail or file a copy of that Answer with the Court which issued the Summons. If you do not do both of those things, a Judgment can be taken against you. Continue reading

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Why do I need a last will and testament?

The function of a will is generally to direct who is to receive your property, including your money and personal possessions, and who is to be your Executor, that is, the person who will oversee that your property goes where you want it to. Continue reading

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What is the statute of limitations on a personal injury case other than medical malpractice?

by John D. Holschuh Jr., Lawyer Referral Service Panelist While there are some exceptions, for any type of personal injury other than medical malpractice—auto accidents, slips or falls, for example—the statute of limitations is two years.  For children, this two … Continue reading

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What is the statute of limitations on a medical malpractice case?

In Ohio, for medical malpractice, the statute of limitations is one year, which starts either from the date of malpractice, the date you discover the injury from the malpractice, or the date you last saw the doctor for the condition you have a complaint about. Continue reading

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How much can I recover for pain and suffering?

In medical malpractice cases in Ohio, the most you can recover for pain and suffering is $250,000 or three times your economic damages to a maximum of $350,000 per plaintiff and a maximum of $ 1 million per occurrence. Continue reading

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What costs should I expect in a medical malpractice case?

There are two expenses associated with investigating a medical malpractice case: the cost to obtain medical records and X-rays taken if necessary and having a doctor review the records. Continue reading

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Will most doctors settle medical malpractice suits out of court?

Clients should anticipate and presume that if there is a case, it will go to a jury trial and to be prepared for that. Continue reading

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Who is eligible for a public defender?

Generally speaking, you are eligible for a public defender if you are a juvenile or are an adult charged with a crime in which prison time may be required and you are considered “indigent.” Continue reading

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What is an expungement? Can my record be expunged?

The ability to have a record expunged depends on a variety of factors, including the type of crime you were convicted of and whether or not the crime is your first and only offense. Continue reading

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