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Auto, Truck & Motorcycle Accidents
- Automobile Insurance Companies Cannot Change Provisions of Policy Within First Two Years
- 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
- Woman Sues Honda in Small Claims Court For Defective Advertising and Wins
- 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
- Mail Service Suspended After Recent Dog Attacks
- Mail Carriers Face Constant Threat From Dogs
- Miraldi & Barrett to offer free book to answer consumer questions about dog bites
- Things to Consider Before You Get A Dog
- Steps to Minimize the Likelihood of a Dog Attack
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
- Governor and General Assembly Gut Ohio's Consumer Sales Practice Act
- 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
News
- Headphones Can Be Hazardous To Your Health...
Posted on 5/2/2012 - Court Finds Pedestrian Was in Crosswalk and Holds Motorist Responsible for Pedestrian's Injuries...
Posted on 4/6/2012 - ALL BUILDERS HAVE A DUTY TO CONSTRUCT HOMES IN A WORKMANLIKE MANNER...
Posted on 3/30/2012 - Miraldi & Barrett contributes to Voices for Children, a local organization that appoints volunteer guardians to represent children in juvenile court...
Posted on 2/16/2012 - Miraldi and Barrett Employees Take Part in Christmas Toy Drive...
Posted on 12/18/2011
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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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Frequently Asked Questions For Ohio Personal Injury Claims
If you are looking for answers to basic questions about your Ohio injury claim, this part of the Miraldi & Barrett web site is devoted to providing thorough answers to those questions. Whether you were injured in a car crash, by a defective product, or a vicious dog, these questions are answered here. If the injuries involve the spine, a serious fracture, paralysis or relate to the death of a family member, this section will answer your questions. If you do not find the answers to your questions here, please call us at 1-800-589-3023.
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Lorain, OH 44053
Phone: 440-233-1100
Fax: 440.233.8527
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Phone: 440-233-1100
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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?