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Auto, Truck & Motorcycle Accidents
- Evidence that car is speeding must be proven by observation not speculation
- Pre-existing Conditions and How They Affect Personal Injury Claims
- Changing Lineups Not Good For Baseball Teams or Lawsuits
- Minimum Auto Insurance Coverage Should Be Increased
Dangerous and Defective Products
- Multi-Million Dollar Verdict Awarded to Family of Teen Killed by Taser
- CPSC Urges Consumers to Stop Using phil&teds USA Clip-On Chairs
Dog and Animal Attacks
- Things to Consider Before You Get A Dog
- Steps to Minimize the Likelihood of a Dog Attack
- Small Children Most Likely To Be Bitten By A Dog
- Dog Owners: Beware of Homeowner's Insurance Policies That Exclude Coverage for Dog Bites
Medical Malpractice
- A Doctor's Apology for A Bad Outcome Not Admissible in an Ohio Medical Malpractice Case
- New Orleans Hospital Settles Class Action for $25 Million Dollars.
Victims of Drunk Drivers
Employment Law
General
- Unclaimed Funds in Class Action Lawsuits Go To Charities
- Consumer Rights Will Be Weakened if HB 275 Passes
- Former NFL Players File Class Action Against NFL Over Concussions
- Woman Allowed To Proceed Against The City of Lorain For Injury Sustained in Memorial Day Parade
- Are Frivolous Lawsuits Ruining America? You Be The Judge
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- Miraldi and Barrett Employees Take Part in Christmas Toy Drive...
Posted on 12/18/2011 - Ben Barrett Sr. and David Miraldi Named Ohio Super Lawyers Again...
Posted on 12/18/2011 - Ben Barrett Sr. and David Miraldi Named Super Lawyers for 2012...
Posted on 12/15/2011 - Girls' Electrocution in Cornfield Is Basis of Lawsuit Against Monsanto...
Posted on 8/8/2011 - Ben Barrett Sr. Is Panelist at Cleveland State Law School...
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Auto, Truck & Motorcycle Accidents
- All Claims Arising Out of Auto Accident Lost When Lawsuit Not Commenced Within Two Years
- Caps On Damages Restrict Injured Person's Right To Receive Full Damages
- Basic Guide to Auto Insurance Coverages After A Car Crash
- Losses and recoveries when your car has been damaged
- Liability Insurance Policy - The Family Member Exclusion
Dangerous and Defective Products
Dog and Animal Attacks
Medical Malpractice
- Jury Verdicts in Medical Malpractice Cases Are Subject to Caps in Damages
- Doctor Must Divulge History Regarding Hepatitis B To Patient Who Develops Hepatitis B After Surgery.
- Physician Who Was Professor of Medicine at a State University Was Immune from Medical Negligence Claim
- The Ohio Supreme Court Places Additional Limits In Medical Malpractice Cases
- Lorain County Jury Awards $1,250,000
Nursing Home Neglect
Spinal Injury
Victims of Drunk Drivers
- Ohio Legislature Expands Liability of Liquor Sellers
- Social Host Liability For Serving Alcohol to Guests in Ohio
- Ohio Bar And Tavern Liability For Injuries Caused By A Drunk Driver
- Law Firm of Miraldi & Barrett is able to provide additional help to victims of drunk drivers.
Wrongful Death
Employment Law
- U.S. SUPREME COURT DECIDES IMPORTANT QUESTION ABOUT ARBITRATION OF EMPLOYMENT DISPUTES
- Worker Allowed To Bring Claim Against Employer For Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress
- Ohio Appeals Court Finds No Age Discrimination
- Recovery for Terminated Employees
ClevelandLaw.TV
Injuries from Unsafe Premises
- Homeowner's Association May Be Negligent In Failing To Correct Defect in Sidewalk
- Parking Garage Owner Not Liable for Fall Caused by Gravel on Stairwell Steps
- Gas station owner not responsible for client's injuries from slip on oil spill.
- Restaurant Not Responsible to Injury to Patron from fall from raised platform where table was located
- Construction Injury Leads to Settlement
Firm Newsletter
- Firm Newsletter Spring 2011 - Volume 15
- Firm Newsletter Winter 2011 - Volume 14
- Miraldi and Barrett Fall 2009 Newsletter
- Miraldi and Barrett Spring 2010 Newsletter
- Miraldi & Barrett Summer 2009 Newsletter
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Lorain Law Firm Serving The Entire Greater Cleveland and Sandusky Area
Lorain Attorneys, Benjamin Barrett Sr. and David Miraldi are dedicated to helping victims of car accidents, medical malpractice, dog bites, wrongful death, and personal injury.General
Unclaimed Funds in Class Action Lawsuits Go To Charities
One law firm in Northeast Ohio has found a way to distribute unclaimed funds in class action lawsuits to local charities.Consumer Rights Will Be Weakened if HB 275 Passes
House Bill 275 will weaken consumers' rights when they seek to hold companies accountable that have engaged in unfair sales practices.Auto, Truck & Motorcycle Accidents
Evidence that car is speeding must be proven by observation not speculation
In order for a person to say that another car was speeding, that person must have observed the other car for a resonable amount of time to give an opinion. Pre-existing Conditions and How They Affect Personal Injury Claims
Most people have some pre-existing arthritis. When involved in a car crash, insurers often try to blame pain on pre-exisiting arthritis as opposed to trauma.Dog and Animal Attacks
Things to Consider Before You Get A Dog
With dog bites sending 800,000 people to the hospital each year, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention has some suggestions before you get a dog. Steps to Minimize the Likelihood of a Dog Attack
Although more than 800,000 people seek medical treatment after a dog attack, there are ways to minimize the likelihood of a dog bite. Small Children Most Likely To Be Bitten By A Dog
Unsupervised children between the ages of three and five are most likely to be bitten or attacked by a dog. Family dogs are most likely to be the cause.General
Former NFL Players File Class Action Against NFL Over Concussions
Former NFL players have filed a class action lawsuit claiming that the NFL withheld important information about the dangers of concussions to the players.Woman Allowed To Proceed Against The City of Lorain For Injury Sustained in Memorial Day Parade
A Lorain woman who fractured her ankle while walking in the Lorain Memorial Day Parade is allowed to proceed with her case against the City of Lorain.Medical Malpractice
A Doctor's Apology for A Bad Outcome Not Admissible in an Ohio Medical Malpractice Case
In Ohio, if a doctor apologizes for a bad result, this statement is not admissible at trial. If the doctor admits fault, this is admissible.Employment Law
Chicago Lawyer Accused of Harassing Employee, Asking Her to Wear Swimsuit to the Office
A Chicago attorney already accused of alleged secual harassment of six women, is now facing additional accusations concerning his comments to a female associateGeneral
Are Frivolous Lawsuits Ruining America? You Be The Judge
Corporate America has sensationalized a few cases to win public approval to get legislation passed that severely limits everyday citizens rights in courtMedical Malpractice
New Orleans Hospital Settles Class Action for $25 Million Dollars.
The pre-Katrina owners of a New Orleans hospital settled a class action for 25 million dollars based on its unpreparedness for evacation or emergency plans.Dangerous and Defective Products
Multi-Million Dollar Verdict Awarded to Family of Teen Killed by Taser
The family of a 17 year old teen killed by a Taser gun was awarded a multi-million dollar verdict against Taser by a federal jury in North Carolina.Auto, Truck & Motorcycle Accidents
Changing Lineups Not Good For Baseball Teams or Lawsuits
Beware of attorneys who assign your case to another law firm or who do not have the expertise to handle a car crash case or other personal injury matter.General
Beware of Legislation Intended to Make Ohio Business Friendly: Kasich Was Right To Veto Water Usage Bill
Whenever the Ohio legislature claims that a bill is pro-business, it usually means that the ordinary Ohioan is likely to lose something in the deal.Good Sportsmanship Not Just For Women’s World Cup Soccer
FIFA World Cup tournament finals showed two teams playing with real sportsmenship. Attorneys who play by the rules demonstrate the same type of professionalismAuto, Truck & Motorcycle Accidents
Minimum Auto Insurance Coverage Should Be Increased
The Ohio legislature is again considering raising the minimum amount of coverage necessary before someone can drive in Ohio. This increase is needed.Dog and Animal Attacks
Dog Owners: Beware of Homeowner's Insurance Policies That Exclude Coverage for Dog Bites
Homeowner's insurance companies are more and more frequently finding ways to exclude coverage for dog owners whose dogs bite or injure other people.Victims of Drunk Drivers
Country Club Who Served Drunk Driver Responsible For Death of Person Killed by Drunk Driver
Sellers of alcohol who serve or sell alcohol to intoxicated or underaged people can be held responsible for injuries and death caused by the intoxicated person.General
Public Misled About McDonald's Coffee Case
The more one knows about the McDonald's coffee case, the more one understands that the jury made the right decision. This was an out of control jury. HBO Movie, Hot Coffee, Surprises Viewers and Shows Danger of Tort Reform
HBO's new documentary, Hot Coffee, shows how the civil justice system has been made less effective in order to protect businesses.Dangerous and Defective Products
CPSC Urges Consumers to Stop Using phil&teds USA Clip-On Chairs
Attorney David Miraldi discusses the CPSC urging consumers to stop using phil&teds USA Clip-on Chairs.General
Ohio Legislature and Courts Favor Business Protection Over Consumer Rights
Over the past ten years, Ohio has seen an assault on the consumer and civil justice system. This misguided attempt to make Ohio more attractive to businesses has come at the expense of the ordinary citizen who only realizes the loss when that person or a family member is injured due to a defective product or environmental hazard. This blog will talk about many of the injustices imposed upon Ohioans in the name of progress.
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Auto, Truck & Motorcycle Accidents:
Construction Accidents:
- Will I need expert witnesses for my Ohio construction accident case?
- Will I have to testify in court for my Ohio construction accident case?
- Who cannot sue in an Ohio construction accident case?
Dangerous and Defective Products:
- Will I need expert witnesses for my Ohio product liablity case?
- Will I have to testify in court for my Ohio product liability case?
- Who cannot sue in an Ohio product liability case?
Dog and Animal Attacks:
- Can posting a Beware of Dog sign help to offest any liability if the dog bites?
- Can I still bring a dog bite claim in Ohio if the owner of the dog that attacked me doesn't have insurance?
- Can I still bring a dog bite claim in Ohio if I was petting the dog before it attacked?
Medical Malpractice:
- Time Limits For Filing Medical Malpractice Claims
- Free Advice About Your Potential Medical Negligence Claim
- Time Limits for Death Claims Caused By Medical Malpractice
Nursing Home Neglect:
Spinal Injury:
- Will I need expert witnesses for my Ohio spinal injury case?
- Will I have to testify in court for my Ohio spinal injury case?
- Who cannot be sued in an Ohio spinal injury case?
Wrongful Death:
- Will I need expert witnesses for my Ohio wrongful death case?
- Will I have to testify in court for my Ohio wrongful death case?
- Who cannot sue in an Ohio wrongful death case?
General:
- What will the defendant argue against me in my Ohio product liability case?
- Meet Partners Benjamin F. Barrett, Sr. and David P. Miraldi
- Time Limit for Filing Personal Injury Claims
FAQs
Auto, Truck & Motorcycle Accidents
I got hit by a police car that was responding to an emergency. The city says that the police officer is immune under these circumstances. If this is true, can I bring an uninsured motorist claim?
- If my case goes to trial, will the jury know how much insurance the other driver has?
- Under what circumstances is the other driver responsible for my harms and losses?
Dog and Animal Attacks
- Are punitive damages available in Ohio dog bite cases?
- My neighbor's dog bit me while I was visiting and now he won't pay for my treatment? Do I have a case?
Medical Malpractice
- What is the time limit for filing a medical malpractice claim?
- I was injured several years ago as a result of surgery but never filed a lawsuit against the doctor hospital. Is it too late now to file?
- My doctors insurance carrier has offered me a settlement and I need the money now. Should I accept?
General Claims Questions
I signed a release with the insurance company several weeks agao and now just discovered that I will need surgery for a herniated disc in my neck. Can I re-open the claim?
- What kind of losses can be recovered if someone's carelessness injures me?
- How does the court determine what I receive?
Injuries from Unsafe Premises
Injuries from Unsafe Products
- How do I know if the injury was my fault or the manufacturer's?
- The company said it exercised extreme care when manufacturing the product. Do I still have a case?
- What type of product documents do I need?