Drowsy driving is such dangerous behavior that it has been compared to drunk driving. There is an even bigger chance that truck drivers will drive drowsy because they are under immense pressure to deliver their cargo within a certain period of time. It is for this reason that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has set forth
Wrongful Death
In Ohio, wrongful death actions are brought on behalf of the deceased person by a representative of their estate. Eligible beneficiaries — spouses, children, or parents in most cases — may recover compensation for some or all of the following damages...
Traffic Violations
In serious motor vehicle accidents, medical bills will often quickly exceed the policy limits of negligent drivers and force injured people to try and recover medical benefits through their own auto policies. In the worst cases, the same drivers who cause accidents through their own recklessness often turn out to be the ones who don’t have insurance at all because of reckless driving in the past. In any event, insurance companies are notorious for denying these claims.
The owner or operator of a property has the responsibility to find and correct unsafe conditions that could cause an accident. If you’re invited onto someone’s premises, socially or to do business, and you suffer harm from a hazard the owner knew or should have known existed, you may have a premises liability claim. Lafferty, Gallagher & Scott, LLC has the experience, resources and know-how to manage complex premises liability cases.
Construction Litigation
Third-party liability for workplace injuries arises most often in the construction industry, where multiple individuals and companies, including contractors, roofers, electricians, and construction workers all work independently on the same site. One of the most common accidents involving third-party liability occurs when a worker sustains an injury after the scaffolding on which he or she was working collapses. In these cases, injured workers are often able to collect damages from the company that negligently constructed the scaffolding.
Real Estate Transactions
Property Damage
Insurance. The FMCSA requires commercial vehicles to carry at least $750,000 in liability insurance for physical injury and property damage in the event of an accident. However, remember that these insurance companies represent the trucking company, not you. Never give insurance adjusters any type of statement or sign any documents for them until you speak with your Toledo accident attorney.
Our lawyers are passionate advocates for people who have been seriously injured by the negligence of others. Contact our Toledo, Ohio, law offices and talk to us about your personal injury matter today.
Medical Malpractice
Have you been a victim of medical malpractice? Contact Lafferty, Gallagher & Scott, LLC in Toledo, Ohio, for a free consultation and an honest assessment of your case and legal options.
Auto Accidents
Dog Bites
Dog bites — The owner of a dog is responsible for its actions toward anyone who is legally on the property and does not provoke the animal. Large-breed dogs can crush bones, puncture blood vessels and sever body parts.