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Our goal is to help you understand your legal rights for personal injury and the Ohio laws that effect you. You have many legal rights if you have been injured but many of these rights have conditions that have to be met. The Eshelman Legal Group is here to help you understand every piece of the puzzle. Remember, your initial call and consultation to us is free and you do not pay unless we win your case. So, please call to get the help and advice you need."We'll Make Things Right" Call: 1-800-365-0001
Ohio Toxic Train Derailment
Vinyl Chloride is an extremely dangerous toxic chemical if handled improperly. It's a Cancer Causing Chemical...
Ohio's New Fireworks Law
Back in November 2021, Governor Mike DeWine signed House Bill 172 which allows Ohioans to set off consumer-grade fireworks during holidays and other select days of the year...
Elmiron Class Action Law Suit
Elmiron is a prescription drug given for bladder pain or problems associated with interstitial cystitis...
Windshield Obstruction
In Ohio it is illegal to drive while having your windshield obstructed with anything non transparent. Snow and ice covering your windshield...
Mesothelioma Asbestos Lawsuit
This is a very important article for those of you who have been exposed to Asbestos and may have...
Philips CPAP Recall - Lawsuit
The Eshelman Legal Group is accepting new cases related to the Philips CPAP machines recall...
Roundup Lawsuit Sign-Up
This is a very important article for those of you who have been exposed to the Weed Killer "Roundup". The Eshelman Legal Group is extending our time frame and accepting...
Belviq - Bad Drug - Lawsuit
Did you know the FDA called for Belviq’s withdrawal from the market in February 2020 due to an increased risk of cancers. Did you also...
Legal News for Ohioans
Currently, the Ohio Constitution makes this promise: “Every person, for an injury done him in his land, goods, person, or reputation, shall have remedy by due course of law...
Pandemic Related Car Accidents
Studies have shown that fewer drivers on the roads in 2020 due to the pandemic have generated an increase in fatal accidents...
When Insurance Says No
Injuries are painful, regardless of how they happened. It’s not uncommon to feel stressed, overwhelmed, and helpless when dealing with an insurance company...
Hit From Behind
You're driving to work or dropping off the kids at school when another driver suddenly hits you from behind. Accidents happen, but it's important to understand...
Most Common Causes Serious Vehicle Accidents
When it comes to accidents, it's not a matter of if they could happen, but when. Road accidents occur...
Defective Drug BELVIQ
FDA has issued a Drug Safety Communication in regards to the weight loss drug "BELVIQ". The FDA has requested that BELVIQ...
Car Injury legal Help
Why is choosing an experienced personal injury lawyer better than simply accepting whatever the insurance company offers...
Ohio Law Limitations
For property damage or personal injury in Ohio, the victim will file a legal case against the other party responsible for the damage...
Music Therapy
Music touches everyone in one way or another. We all have a genre or a particular song that brings a smile to our faces and puts a certain spring...
The Great Outdoors
Many of us are aware of the Corona-virus (COVID-19) and the many restrictions put in place at the federal, state, and local levels. While some...
The Monarch Butterfly
As children, we were taught that the “King of the Jungle” is the Lion. But have you ever considered, of all the animals in the animal kingdom...
Slip and Fall Injuries
If you injured yourself from a slip or fall due to someone else's negligence you may have a case worth investigating. The key point is proof of someone...
Traffic Deaths Increase in Ohio - Why?
In 2019, Ohio saw an increase in traffic fatalities. Ohio State Highway Patrol data shows an increase from 2018...
Time Zones
Prior to 100 years ago, every city in the world would set their clocks to local time, with noon being the standard time used for when...
Insurance - Are You Covered?
Prior to 100 years ago, every city in the world would set their clocks to local time, with noon being...
Have Tea Will Travel
The next time you enjoy a cup of tea, one thing is certain: That perfectly brewed hot (or cold) beverage embarked on a...
Ice - Think Twice
One of the wondrous things about living in Ohio are our beautiful surroundings. From Ohio’s many rivers, lakes, and metro parks, we can...
Why Pumpkin Pie at Thanksgiving
Prior to the late 1700's, Thanksgiving focused mainly around the church. The holiday began to also revolve...
Why Do Dogs Stare?
If you have ever owned a dog, you have undoubtedly been on the recipient end of an intentional and long stare by your furry friend...
Tire Safety
Whether you drive on four wheels or two, the importance of good tires cannot be emphasized enough. Your tires are what stands between...
Safety Belt - Trivia
Today we know that wearing a safety belt is one of our best protections in a car crash. We have documented enough data over the past 50 years...
The Water of Life
Nearly every home and public facility in the United States have one thing in common: the availability of moving a knob or lever to access clean...
United States Post Office Facts
In the more than two centuries since Benjamin Franklin was appointed our first Postmaster General...
Famous People Born in Ohio
Neil Armstrong, Born In: Wapakoneta, Ohio, Famous Astronaut. Steph Curry, Born In: Akron, Ohio...
Why Are School Buses Yellow?
Yellow was chosen because it attracts your attention more quickly than most other colors. Red was considered...
School Bus Safety
With most of the state’s more than two million school-aged children heading back to school this time of year, the Ohio Department...
Artificial Intelligence/Autonomous Vehicles
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a growing reality in the automotive industry. However, AI has been around...
The Smart Car
What is expected of the new autonomous driven smart cars? What would you expect if you owned a brand new self driving vehicle...
Hernia Mesh Problems
Ventral hernia repair using synthetic mesh-Physiomesh (Ethicon) or C-Qur (Atrium) and possibly other composite mesh products...
Autonomous Vehicles & 5G
We believe that driving will be safer in the future with new technology. We have all seen the addition of air...
Will Your Car Insurance Company Protect You?
Will your car insurance company represent you properly and fairly when you cause an automobile...
Motorcycle Accident Stats
The single most dangerous situation for a motorcyclist occurs when a vehicle makes a left turn at an intersection...
Car Accident - No Respect
Are you unhappy with the way you are being treated by the insurance company? Do you feel you deserve more?...
Slip & Fall Injury Case
Ohio property owners both commercial and residential, have certain legal obligations to keep their premises reasonably safe...
Round Up Weed Killer
Roundup is the most widely used herbicide in the world and the second-most used weed killer for home and garden, government...
Defective Product Alert - Bone cement Knee
The year was 1870, Themistokles Gluck, a German surgeon, was the first surgeon to implant a total knee...
Vaccine Adverse Reactions
A needle in the wrong place not only can cause discomfort, it can also cause several serious issues...
Vaccine Injury Compensation
Flu Shots, Measles, Mumps, Tetanus, During Pregnancy, plus many other types including new vaccines...
Gap Insurance
Gap coverage exists to protect 2 specific types of drivers against the costs of a total loss: those who are financing, and those who are leasing...
Hernia Mesh Lawsuits
The Ethicon Physiomesh Flexible Composite Mesh is a product of the Johnson & Johnson Ethicon Division. This product is to help hernia victims...
Summer Fun or World of Distractions
Now that we are officially into our summer season, you will notice more vehicles on the road. Sports cars...
Our Favorite Foods!
Americans have an endless selection of food and drink from which to choose. From Italian, Mexican, American foods, etc., to fast foods...
Cleveland Fun Facts & Points of Interest
Founded in 1796, Cleveland, Ohio is home to approximately 396,000 residents, making it the 51st...
Akron Fun Facts & Points of Interest
Founded in 1825 and located approximately 40 miles south of Cleveland. Akron, Ohio...
Insurance Company Refusal to Pay
Sustaining an injury in an accident can often be a stressful and life-changing event. Injuries due to accidents...
Umbrella Insurance
It is very important to have adequate insurance coverage for your specific life situation. Insurance helps buffer you and your family...
Ohio Grown
Ohio is home to 14 million acres of farmland and over 74,000 farms that produce a wide variety of commodities from soybeans...
Out of State Accidents
Have you ever thought about what to do if you were in an accident while on vacation in a different state? Most of us never ponder...
Car Accidents & Insurance
Year after year automobiles are getting more reliable and safer to drive. However, accidents still happen. Human error...
Daylight Saving Time
The Energy Policy Act of 2005, daylight saving time (DST) was extended in the United States beginning in 2007. As from that year...
Ohio Destinations
Here are a few we could think of. We would love to hear your suggestions. Please share your Ohio Destinations...
15 Ohio Fun Facts
Do you know what "Ohio" means? It comes from the Iroquois word meaning "Great River"....
Slip, Trip, Fall Accidents
Accidents can happen anywhere and to anyone. Slipping/tripping at a restaurant, gas station, hotel, casino or other public...
Stop Texts - Stop Wrecks
Texting while driving falls into the category of distracted driving. Texting while driving averages about 330,000 accidents...
Winter Driving - Ohio
Winter driving in Ohio can be very dangerous. In northeast Ohio, you can leave your home with sunny conditions and just a short time...
Winter Driving & Safety Tips
Driving in the dead of winter can be dangerous. If you are unprepared it might be life-threatening...
Workplace Injuries
Most companies today strive for zero workplace injuries. Many companies have a robust safety program in place and monitor accidents, near...
Vicious Dog Attacks
When a vicious dog attacks and causes serious injury, the injured victim has legal rights. Ohio is a strict liability state which...
Top Rated Law Firm
The Eshelman Legal Group has been helping injured victims for over 40 years right here in N.E. Ohio. A law firm that has earned the respect...
Vicious Animal Attacks
There are four bits of criteria that need to be satisfied for your animal lawsuit to go into effect. The law doesn't require...
Accidents Happen
It would be nice if accidents never happen. But in reality, accidents happen every day. Car accidents, medical accidents, slip and fall...
Total Solar Eclipse
A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon completely blocks the Sun. In a total solar eclipse, the narrowest part of the path where...
Who Caused My Car Accident?
This may seem like a simple question. Many people believe the police report determines who caused the car accident. The police report will...
The Eshelman Legal Group
A well-respected law firm with over 40 years experience, focused on personal injury. We understand Ohio personal injury law thoroughly. Our goal is to obtain...
Semi Truck Accidents
One person is killed or injured in a semi truck accident every 16 minutes. The United States Department of Transportation estimates that over 500,000 truck...
The Need for Speed
Auto racing has been a popular sport for decades. Each year or two it seems that the speeds are constantly increasing. And with the increase in speed comes excitement...
Cleveland Wins!
From the Cleveland Cavaliers to the Republican National Convention and of course the Cleveland Indians. All the extra playoff and championship games, along with the convention...
Car Accident Injury
No sane person wakes up in the morning, pours their coffee and declares, “You know, I think I just might get in a car accident today!” Accidents are...
Dog Bites
There are four bits of criteria that need to be satisfied for your animal lawsuit to go into effect. The law doesn't require...
Motorcycle Accidents
If you or a loved one have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you have the right to file a claim. For a free consultation, contact the...
Distracted Driving
Distracted driving can include just about anything that would take your mind off operating your motor vehicle in a responsible manner...
Fatigued Driving
Most of us will be faced with a decision to make. Do I keep driving or do I pause and overcome this sleepy drowsy feeling. Human nature...
Medical Malpractice
Most of us will be faced with a decision to make. Do I keep driving or do I pause and overcome this sleepy drowsy feeling. Human nature...
Truck Accidents
Accidents involving large trucks are among the most serious and deadly in the United States. At the Eshelman Legal Group, our Ohio truck accident...
Ohio Time Limits
Known as "The Statute of Limitations", this legal rule is not well known among people who have been seriously injured. The statute...
Work Related Injury
The major deciding factors would involve whether or not the condition developed as a direct result of performing the job...
Wrongful Death
It seems ludicrous to place a monetary value on something so priceless. But unfortunately, we have to do it. It’s a fact of life sometimes...
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