Medical mistakes happen from time to time. However, there is a drastic difference between human error and a blatant disregard for the standard of care. Medical malpractice is not a foregone conclusion when a patient becomes hurt or sicker while receiving medical care....
The I-70 freeway and associated interchanges around the Columbus area present some stretches more prone to motor vehicle accidents. During the rush of the daily commuter traffic, accident risk rises. Despite improvements to local roadways, there are some things that...
No doubt you are looking forward to the upcoming family gathering. However, your spouse reminded you that your cousin has a puppy that once nipped her five-year-old in the knee. True, the little boy was taunting Fido and the bite did not break young Christopher’s...
Drowsy driving is as dangerous as drunk driving. In fact, the National Sleep Foundation notes that driving after being awake for 24 hours is roughly equivalent to having a blood alcohol concentration of 0.1%. For reference, the legal BAC limit is 0.08%. Drowsy driving...
If your child regularly interacts with dogs, you must understand bite risk. After all, children are the victims in more than half of the roughly 800,000 dog bites that occur every year. Even worse, while approximately 12% of adult bite victims require hospitalization,...
Distracted driving is dangerous. To raise awareness, the U.S. Department of Transportation has designated April Distracted Driving Awareness Month. In its proclamation, the department lists a few strategies for maintaining driving focus. Reading through these tips may...
At Gillespie Law, LLC and in response to the State of Ohio’s recent directives, please understand that while legal services are designated as essential services, we are trying to also ensure the safety and health of our clients and staff, just as our clients would for...
If you regularly drive in and around Columbus, you know the city is a hotbed for road construction. While road construction improves infrastructure in the area, it can be a pain for commuters. If someone drives irresponsibly, the pain of inconvenience may lead to...
For many Americans, dogs are the perfect companions. From off-leash parks and pet-friendly businesses to the increasing presence of emotional support animals, canines are common in public spaces. Unfortunately, humans and dogs do not always get along. According to the...
Though divorce is a well-known avenue that many couples take to end a marriage, some in Ohio may not realize that there are other options. The situations that lead to divorce, dissolution and annulment vary widely, and it is helpful for those who want to terminate...