Willis Spangler Starling Legal Blog
Do you have enough car insurance?
We all see the commercials for car insurance bundles and deals, but when was the last time you actually reviewed your insurance policy and declarations page? Most of us think of our car insurance as just another monthly bill without really paying attention to...
Understanding workers’ compensation laws in Ohio
Workers' compensation is a type of insurance available to almost all workers in the United States. Like many initiatives for employees, the laws differ between states, therefore it is important that you understand how the law applies in the state in which you are...
Can you get SSI if you haven’t worked much as an adult?
Having a social safety net for those with serious medical conditions helps more people live independently as adults. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits help those who have worked and contributed to Social Security if they experience a medical event...
Avoid Deer On The Road This Autumn
Add large wildlife to the list of hazards on the roads this fall. According to the Ohio Department of Public Safety, drivers need to be on the lookout for deer, especially this October. Data suggests that each year, your risk of getting into an accident caused by a...
History of Workers’ Compensation
Every state in the country has some form of workers’ compensation benefits. Each state has it’s own system which they fund with state money. Ohio has it’s own unique system, and while it certainly is not perfect, it is financially stable and offers a process by...
What to do when you’re hit by a hit-and-run driver
When another motorist collides with your vehicle, you will likely assume that they will remain on the scene afterward. Yet, the driver may flee, making your accident a hit-and-run. These crashes are more difficult to work through than others, since you cannot file a...
How do you prove fault after a major car wreck?
You may have seen the other car coming at you through the intersection but were unable to maneuver quickly enough because of traffic circumstances. Although you thoroughly believe that the other driver was at fault, it's natural to worry that law enforcement officers...
COVID-19 Car Insurance Rebates
With fewer drivers on the road over the last few months of social distancing, many car insurance companies are issuing refunds of the premiums paid by policyholders. These refunds vary for each insurance company and tend to fall between 10-30% of...
The biggest mistakes injured workers make when filing for workers’ compensation
Ohio's workers' compensation laws exist to help people who have gotten injured or sick on the job maintain much of their household income while they are laid up. But when the time comes for you to make a claim, things can get complicated. There are a lot of things you...
Long-haul truck drivers have risks beyond a crash on the job
Commercial drivers and long-haul truckers spend much of their time behind the wheel of large commercial vehicles. That might lead you to assume that their primary risk for injury while on the job would be a collision. While crashes can and do occur that leave truck...