When life changes because of an injury caused by someone else’s carelessness, Ohio personal injury laws are there to help you seek the justice and compensation you deserve. Knowing how the law works in Ohio, especially surrounding filing deadlines, fault, and compensation types can make a real difference in your case.
At The Becker Law Firm, we take on cases that other firms might pass over. Our Ohio personal injury attorneys have secured over $100 million in recoveries for clients who needed dedicated legal representation. If you or a loved one has suffered a serious injury in Ohio, contact our team for a free, no-obligation case review. We’re here to fight for the compensation and justice you deserve.
Comprehensive Legal Support for Various Accident Claims
- Birth injuries
- Medical malpractice
- Catastrophic injuries
- Wrongful death
- Work injuries
- Truck accidents
- Drowning accidents
- Premises liability
- Nursing home abuse
- Motorcycle accidents
- Defective products
- Car accidents
- Electrocution injuries
The Becker Law Firm isn’t a lawsuit factory. Because we’re focused on just one area of law, we’re selective about the types of catastrophic injury and medical malpractice cases we accept.
Our focus is on providing legal support in cases that involve catastrophic harm.
What Do Personal Injury Lawyers Do?
Personal injury attorneys provide invaluable legal assistance to people who have been injured as a result of another's negligence. They can help victims recover compensation by filing claims and lawsuits against the responsible party, negotiating settlements on their behalf, and representing them in court if necessary.
Personal injury attorneys also guide victims through the process of gathering evidence to support their case, including medical records, accident reports, eyewitness accounts, expert testimony, and more. By leveraging their knowledge of the law, and courtroom experience, personal injury attorneys are able to maximize clients' chances of obtaining fair compensation for their suffering. They will also use their negotiation skills to ensure that clients get the best possible outcome in terms of money damages or other forms of available relief.
Other tasks an Ohio personal injury attorney can help you with include, but are not limited to:
- Evaluating a case to assess the strength of their clients’ claims
- Investigating the incident and gathering evidence that supports their client’s claim
- Filing legal documents with the court
- Representing clients in depositions and other pre-trial hearings
- Negotiating settlements on behalf of injury victims
- Appearing in court and arguing for favorable rulings from judges or juries
- Helping injury victims navigate the complexities of personal injury law
- Maintaining professional relationships with medical professionals, insurance companies, expert witnesses, opposing attorneys and other involved parties
- Preparing legal briefs for appeals when necessary
- Offering advice about potential outcomes associated with a case
When Should You Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?
After an injury accident, it is important to hire a personal injury attorney as soon as possible. Doing so provides many advantages that can make the process of seeking compensation much easier and more successful. An experienced personal injury attorney will be familiar with the local laws and legal procedures involved in filing a claim for damages, which can help ensure that your rights are protected throughout the process. Additionally, they will have access to medical professionals who can provide expert testimony on behalf of their clients if needed.
Furthermore, having an attorney by your side during negotiations or court proceedings can give you a better chance of obtaining fair compensation for your suffering. Finally, attorneys are well-versed in dealing with insurance companies and other parties involved in an injury case and may be able to negotiate settlements on behalf of their clients quickly and efficiently.
Understanding the Statute of Limitations in Ohio
In Ohio, you generally have two years from the date of your injury to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing this deadline usually means losing your chance to recover damages. There are some exceptions, such as for minors or cases where the injury wasn't discovered immediately.
For medical malpractice claims, the deadline to file is usually within one year of discovering the injury, with a four-year cap from the date the event happened. Acting quickly ensures your rights stay protected. Medical malpractice cases are a special category with their own rules. Some exceptions apply, like cases involving foreign objects left in the body. Just like other injury claims, non-economic damages are capped. For more details, see our dedicated medical malpractice page to understand how these laws affect your rights.
How Comparative Negligence Affects Your Claim
Ohio follows a modified comparative negligence rule. If you’re partly at fault for your injury, your compensation will be reduced by your share of the fault.
For example, if you’re deemed 25% responsible, your recovery will be reduced by that amount. But if you’re more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover any damages at all. This makes it necessary to have experienced Ohio personal injury lawyers who understand how to fairly evaluate fault and protect your interests.
What Compensation Can You Receive?
Compensation for personal injury in Ohio can cover many losses. This includes medical bills, lost wages, damage to property, and even future expenses related to your injury. Non-economic damages cover pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
Ohio law limits certain damages, especially non-economic ones, to keep awards fair and consistent. Knowing what you can recover and how damages are calculated can help set the right expectations for your case.
Choose Becker Law Firm: Ohio's Dedicated Injury Lawyers
We fight for full justice on the behalf of clients who will not get better, and who may never be able to return to the same life they had prior to being injured.
Many of the cases we take on are ones that other firms have passed on because they were too difficult. The Becker Law Firm has won more than $100 million in awards and settlements on cases that other firms chose not to take.
Our team of tenacious trial lawyers are passionate about what we do, have the experience and resources required of complex claims, and fight to win. Contact us today to discuss your personal injury claim.
