Ohio Personal Injury Attorneys Fighting for You
Personal injury accidents are generally the result of another person's negligence. If you are severely injured in a car accident and the person who hit you was under the influence of alcohol, they may be held liable for their negligent behavior. At Wolterman Law Office, we have the experience and resources to hold negligent parties accountable and pursue the full compensation you deserve.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle
Car Accidents
Many devastating car accidents are preventable. We represent victims of drunk driving, distracted driving, speeding, and reckless driving throughout Southwest Ohio.
Learn More →Construction Injuries
Construction accidents in Ohio can have devastating consequences, from fall-from-height injuries to equipment malfunctions and employer negligence. We know the risks workers face on job sites and understand Ohio's construction safety and labor laws.
Truck Accidents
These are the most destructive accidents due to the massive size and weight of commercial trucks. It is usually the occupants of the passenger vehicle who suffer the most severe injuries. We pursue full compensation against trucking companies and their insurers.
Medical Malpractice
When healthcare professionals make mistakes that cause serious injuries, you may have grounds for a medical malpractice claim. Common examples include surgical errors, medication errors, misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, birth injuries, and improper treatment.
Bicycle Accidents
Even if an accident seems minor, injuries from bicycle accidents can be very serious since there is nothing protecting the bicyclist from the force of impact. We fight to ensure cyclists receive fair compensation.
Product Liability
If a defective product causes serious injury, you may have a product liability claim. We handle manufacturing defects, design defects, and marketing defects (inadequate warnings or instructions).
Traumatic Brain Injuries
A TBI occurs when a violent blow, bump, or jolt to the head causes damage to the brain. Depending on severity, a TBI can cause permanent physical and cognitive impairments. We work with medical experts to document the full extent of your injuries.
Wrongful Death
If someone is killed as a result of another person's negligence, surviving family members may be eligible to file a wrongful death lawsuit. We pursue compensation for burial expenses, lost income, loss of companionship, and grief and mental anguish.
What Damages Can I Recover in a Personal Injury Case?
Ohio law allows injured victims to pursue compensation for both economic and non-economic damages. Depending on the facts of your case, you may be entitled to recover:
- Medical expenses (current and future)
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Property damage
- Loss of consortium
- Punitive damages in cases of egregious negligence
Ohio's Modified Comparative Fault Rule
Prior to 1980, Ohio followed the contributory negligence statute, which barred recovery if the injured person was even slightly at fault. Since 1980, Ohio has recognized modified comparative fault. This means car accident victims can hold the at-fault driver liable for their injuries, provided the at-fault party is more than 50 percent responsible. Your recoverable damages will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you are 15 percent at fault, you can recover 85 percent of total damages.
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Do not wait. Ohio has a statute of limitations on personal injury claims. The sooner you contact us, the better we can protect your rights.
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