Author Archives:

I have filed twice and been turned down twice for SSD. What other options do I have available?

Posted on February 20, 2013 by LRS Director

After you have filed your original claim for SSD or SSI and are denied, you can appeal the decision. This also is typically a good time to consult an attorney about the appeal process and to get help with gathering information for your hearing.
Continue reading →

Posted in Social Security/Disability | Tagged appeal, Attorney, cba, lawyer referral, lrs, social security, social security appeal, social security lawyer, SSD, SSI, SSI Apeal | Leave a comment

I have filed for Social Security Disability, but haven’t heard anything for months. Should I contact an attorney?

Posted on February 18, 2013 by LRS Director

After Social Security receives a filing and opens a file, it is then sent to the corresponding state agency for review. Altogether, this process typically takes between four and five months. Continue reading →

Posted in Social Security/Disability | Tagged Attorney, cba, Cincinnati lawyer, Lawyer, lawyer referral, lrs, social security, social security lawyer, SSD, SSI | Leave a comment

What if an attorney is not acting in my best interest?

Posted on February 15, 2013 by LRS Director

If you have concerns about your attorney, talk with him or her openly about your concerns. Ask questions. As in any relationship, communication is the key to improving the relationship. Continue reading →

Posted in General Legal Information | Tagged Attorney, attorney/client relationship, cba, Cincinnati lawyer referral, client, firing lawyer, hiring new lawyer, Lawyer, lrs | Leave a comment

How do attorneys normally charge clients?

Posted on February 13, 2013 by LRS Director

Attorneys generally work on a flat fee, contingency, or hourly basis. Continue reading →

Posted in General Legal Information | Tagged attorney cost, attorney fees, cba, charge clients, charging clients, Cincinnati Bar Association lawyer referral, Cincinnati lawyer referral, contingent fee, flat fee, hourly rate, Lawyer, lrs | Leave a comment

What if I fire my attorney?

Posted on February 11, 2013 by LRS Director

If you do fire your attorney, the discharged attorney still has obligations to you. He or she must cooperate with you or with your new lawyer in making the transition. Continue reading →

Posted in General Legal Information | Tagged Attorney, attorney/client relationship, cba, Cincinnati Bar Association lawyer referral, Cincinnati lawyer referral, client, communication, firing attorney, firing lawyer, hiring new lawyer, Lawyer, lrs, relationship, trust | Leave a comment

What determines a medical malpractice case?

Posted on February 8, 2013 by LRS Director

In Ohio, whether a case is medical malpractice or not depends upon the expert opinion of a licensed physician, who after reviewing the medical records of the potential case, makes a determination as to its merits. Continue reading →

Posted in Medical Malpractice | Tagged cba, Cincinnati Bar Association lawyer referral, Cincinnati lawyer referral, deviation from standard of care, doctor, lrs, medical malpractice, medical malpractice claim, negligence, Ohio Civil Rule 10, physician | Leave a comment

What is a contract?

Posted on February 6, 2013 by LRS Director

A contract is a legally binding agreement between two or more persons to do, or not to do, a particular thing. Continue reading →

Posted in Contracts/Business | Tagged cba, Cincinnati Bar Association lawyer referral, Cincinnati lawyer referral, express contract, implied contract, lrs, Ohio contact law, oral contract, overview of contracts, Uniform Commercial Code, what is a contract, written contract | 2 Comments

What do I tell the police when I am in a car accident?

Posted on February 1, 2013 by LRS Director

Limit your discussions to only setting forth the facts and do not make accusations and do not admit that the accident was your fault, even if you think it was. Continue reading →

Posted in Accidents/Insurance | Tagged accident, Attorney, car accident, cba, Cincinnati Bar Association lawyer referral, Cincinnati lawyer referral, insurance, Lawyer, lrs, motor vehicle accident, statute of limitations | Leave a comment

What kinds of bankruptcy are there?

Posted on January 30, 2013 by LRS Director

There are four types of bankruptcy cases provided under the law, Chapter 7, Chapter 11, Chapter 12 and Chapter 13. Continue reading →

Posted in Bankruptcy/Foreclosure/Other Financial Problems | Tagged bankruptcy, cba, Chapter 11, Chapter 12, Chapter 13, Chapter 7, Cincinnati Bar Association lawyer referral, Cincinnati lawyer referral, consult with bankruptcy attorney, debt, debt adjustment, debtor, lrs, straight bankruptcy, types of bankruptcy | Leave a comment

What if I’m not happy with my attorney?

Posted on January 28, 2013 by LRS Director

If you are not happy with what your attorney is telling you, you can obtain a second opinion. Continue reading →