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SAFE DRIVING FOR TEENS – Ford Driving Skills For Life Ohio Summer Tour

Posted on June 4, 2012 by law admin

With vehicle crashes being the number one killer of teenagers, the Ford Driving Skills For Life program is one of the most comprehensive teen driver safety programs in the country and will be touring Ohio in July, 2012. The program … Continue reading →

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The Ohio BWC Construction Safety Manual

Posted on April 8, 2012 by law admin

In addition to providing payment and support to injured construction workers in Ohio, the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation strives to help keep you safe on the construction site and prevent construction accidents. In fact the Ohio BWC’s Division of … Continue reading →

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Side Airbag Recalls

Posted on March 22, 2012 by law admin

 An incorrect mixture of the inflation gases in side airbags in several car models including Honda, Acura, Nissan, and Subaru automobiles have triggered recalls in greater than 2,700 vehicles.  According to the Detroit (AP) on ksds.com <http://www.ksdk.com/news/article/305437/28/Feds-investigate-problems-with-air-bags> no injuries … Continue reading →

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The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation Facts

Posted on January 26, 2012 by law admin

The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation has released its fact sheet for years 2009-2011. The fact sheet includes information about Ohio Workers’ Compensation Benefits paid, claims filed, and fraud statistics. It can be viewed on the Ohio BWC website here. … Continue reading →

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Google Plus & Facebook Pages

Posted on December 2, 2011 by law admin

Our Columbus, Ohio law firm has had a Facebook page for some time now, which can be accessed here. If you haven’t already, check us out and “like” our page. We are now also on Google Plus, which can be … Continue reading →

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Grow Ohio — New Initiative for New Ohio Employers (workers’ comp)

Posted on November 14, 2011 by law admin

In an attempt to encourage economic development and job creation, the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) Board of Directors has approved a new incentive program called Grow Ohio. New employers in Ohio — including employers of newly created business … Continue reading →

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Privacy and Ohio Workers’ Compensation Filings

Posted on October 31, 2011 by law admin

The Ohio Supreme Court recently dismissed a case that could have made some information from workers’ compensation claims at the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation public records. Sometimes we see clients who worry about who has access to their records, … Continue reading →

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Wrongful Work Termination After Work Injury

Posted on October 24, 2011 by law admin

Did you know employees acquire additional rights upon filing a workers’ compensation claim? Workers’ comp protects employers from lawsuits relating to the injury or illness the employee has gained, but it also protects the employee from the employer as well. … Continue reading →

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Finding Advocates in Medical Providers

Posted on October 17, 2011 by law admin

Not all medical providers are fully aware of how workers’ comp works and how they can be of additional aid to patients. It is important to be selective in choosing where to receive medical treatment for your injuries. In June … Continue reading →

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Injured at Work, To Seek Medical Attention or Not?

Posted on October 10, 2011 by law admin

When we advocate that you immediately report the injury and get medical treatment for injuries, we are not only thinking of legal proceedings but also your long-term personal health. Repetitive-motion injuries, for example, can result in permanent damage even if … Continue reading →

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