Individuals who seek therapy are often in a vulnerable place in their lives. They choose to consult a professional because they recognize they are struggling to confront an issue on their own. During this process of healing, patients often disclose details about their lives that they have never discussed openly before. It should be automatic …
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In 2016, Gerri Galliher’s son, Bryan, was tragically murdered by a man who illegally purchased a black powder revolver from Cabela’s. Added to her grief was a profound sense of shock—shock that the killer, who was a violent convicted felon, was so easily able to purchase a deadly weapon. Gerri wanted answers, and she wanted …
Many businesses that suffered losses during the COVID-19 pandemic have filed claims under their insurance policies. Unfortunately, even though these businesses paid hefty premiums to insure themselves against “business interruption” losses, insurance companies are denying these claims almost across the board for reasons we believe to be inappropriate. As a result, nearly 1,500 lawsuits have …
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Imagine spending eleven years in prison for a heinous crime you didn’t commit—eleven years away from family, not completing your college degree or advancing your career, and putting your life on hold. Then imagine the state exonerates you but refuses to compensate you for wrongful conviction. This was the reality Mary Jenny Wilcox (now Reach) …
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Unfortunately, hazing is far too common and often excused as “tradition.” It impacts victims and their families in many ways. When it results in injury or death, seeking trustworthy legal advice and conducting a full investigation is critical. Every time a perpetrator is held accountable, we take a step towards changing society’s perception of hazing. …
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Amidst the chaos of 2020, COVID-19 immunity legislation quietly proceeds through the Ohio legislature. If Sub. H.B. 606 passes and is signed into law, it will provide broad immunity to healthcare workers who committed malpractice from March 9, 2020 through December 31, 2020. Sub. H.B. 606 Sub. H.B. 606 would give immunity to doctors and …
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A child enrolls in Boy Scouts of America and proudly moves through the ranks. Each craft, each outing builds his character, and he’s so pleased with his progress—until the unimaginable happens. Whether overnight or perhaps over time, the abuse or molestation committed by a scout leader comes to light, as it did in this recent …
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Legal malpractice not only damages your trust in an attorney but can also cause harm in many long-lasting ways. As confusing and disheartening as it is, those who have been victims of legal malpractice can take action to protect themselves in a court of law. Types of Harm Caused by Legal Malpractice Legal malpractice occurs …
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Due to statewide closures, many Ohio businesses have faced devastating losses of revenue. Non-essential businesses have suffered greatly, and even essential businesses are seeing far less traffic than normal. What matters in all of this is that as a business owner and policyholder, your insurance company has a duty to try and fulfill your claim. …
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Pursuing personal injury or wrongful-death litigation after a trucking accident or semi crash can be overwhelming for victims and their families. The process is different than in standard motor-vehicle cases—the foundation is the same, but the significant differences require additional expertise and care that Cooper Elliott is well-equipped to provide. We approach trucking accident cases …
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Of the five men who died last fall, Ivan Aguirre was the oldest. He was 20. The other four were still in their teens: Antonio Tsialas was 18; Dylan Hernandez and Samuel Martinez were 19; Jack Schoenig was just 17. They all lost their lives trying to join a fraternity. Over the past 15 years, …
