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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Ohio on
Q: I was discharged after filing chapter 7 in August of last year. Was involved in car accident in February 2024. She is at

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W. J. Winterstein Jr.
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answered on Feb 11, 2024

Unlike many states (like PA), Ohio does not permit a debtor to choose between the state and federal exemption lists; an Ohio resident can choose only those exemptions granted by the state of Ohio.

While it appears that the Ohio exemptions might have protected your auto accident recovery,...
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1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for Ohio on
Q: What can I do about my primary doctor who lied on the written filing of report that she addressed my diagnosis at length

She never disclosed this to me but I learned about it later when I downloaded My Chart r medical reports.

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Feb 9, 2024

It depends on your goals, if there is a lawsuit, and if the doctor or health group will continue to be your doctors. There are some state's with laws that allow you to add information to your records. Discussing with your doctor that its not accurate or otherwise disputing it it may work. It... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: Will you post a case. Or a Formal Complaint made to the PHRC & EEOC filed with the PA Gov's Office of the EEOC & PHRC?

I filed a formal complaint with the PHRC and EEOC w/the Pa Gov's Office against HACC, Harrisburg Area Community College Pennsylvania. It falls in line with some other complaints you posted on your website and on the net. The formal complaints: PHRC Case No.200800802 & EEOC Case No.... View More

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answered on Jan 26, 2024

Given the nature of your complaints, including alleged nepotism and discrimination against veterans, the PHRC and EEOC will evaluate the evidence against the relevant state and federal laws. It's important to ensure that all documentation supporting your claims, including any instances of... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: Zillow has posted pictures with my children in 2 of them. No permission, and I don't even know where they got the pics.

I feel unsafe and violated.

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answered on Jan 19, 2024

I understand why you would feel unsafe and violated by having photos of your children posted on Zillow without your permission. Here are some steps you can take:

1. Contact Zillow immediately and request they remove the photos. You can typically reach them via phone, email, or submit a...
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2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Constitutional Law for Ohio on
Q: I have multiple things going on that are winning cases for sure I have proof I deserve personal compensation so domykids

Detroit Michigan is not my location that's the one individual that's illegally on my phones internets location I screen shot this for proof I'm in ohio toledo ohio watched all day long Michigan is not my location

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answered on Dec 5, 2023

If you believe you have strong cases for personal injury, civil rights, or constitutional law violations, it's crucial to gather and organize all your evidence, including screenshots and any other documentation you have. This evidence will be key in presenting your case effectively.... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Insurance Defense, Contracts and Personal Injury for Ohio on
Q: Friend spent insurance check meant for car repairs after accident. What to do?

My dad allowed his friend to borrow his vehicle under his permissive use insurance, and the friend got into an accident. The insurance company issued a check for the repairs, but the friend spent the money on themselves instead of paying the body shop. The vehicle is now fixed but held by the shop... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 30, 2025

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. This question could be as much a personal matter as it is a legal matter, as it could depend on the friendship. If you were not able to resolve in a friendly manner through your friend and checked with an Ohio... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Civil Litigation and Personal Injury for Ohio on
Q: What are my privacy rights against searches by my dad's girlfriend in Ohio?

I am 18 and living in Ohio with my dad and his girlfriend. She searches my room and accuses me of stealing without evidence. She also threatens to withhold access to rights and necessities. My father is indifferent and typically agrees with her to avoid conflict, and her name is on the house deed.... View More

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answered on Mar 27, 2025

Your situation involves complex legal considerations since you're an adult but still financially dependent and living in a home where the girlfriend is a property owner. In Ohio, you have some basic rights to privacy even without paying rent, similar to those of a tenant-at-will, though these... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Personal Injury and Civil Rights for Ohio on
Q: Seeking attorney for voyeurism case against store owner in Ohio.

I am a victim of voyeurism by the owner of a store, who has been charged, and the third pretrial is set for tomorrow. I am currently not represented by an attorney and have not been informed of any victims' compensation programs. I wish to pursue restitution and consider suing both the store... View More

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answered on Mar 24, 2025

You need a victims' rights attorney who focuses on privacy violations and sexual misconduct cases. This type of lawyer can help you navigate the criminal case, pursue restitution, and advocate for your rights throughout the legal process. Many victims' rights attorneys offer free initial... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support and Personal Injury for Ohio on
Q: Can I negotiate child support garnishment on a settlement in Ohio?

I recently received a notice from the child support authority in Ohio regarding the garnishment of my personal injury settlement. There is an existing agreement for child support, and despite a 22-year incarceration which prevented me from fulfilling my obligations, since my release in 2022, I have... View More

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answered on Mar 4, 2025

You can try, but they have very little reason to accept less than the amount owed.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Ohio on
Q: IHVAC company that installed our furnace left styrofoam and melted causing toxic fumes in our home. Do we have a case?
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answered on Jan 9, 2025

You may have a claim for negligence or violations of Ohio's Consumer Sales Practices Act. Whether it is worth it to bring the case is going to depend on 1) the cost of remediation, if any and 2) the damages to any people or person's in the home as a result of the toxic fumes.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Employment Discrimination and Personal Injury for Ohio on
Q: I settled a suitw with former employer for wrongful termination. Can I also sue my supervisor for discrimination?

I settled with the company for wrongful termination.My boss called me in her office while working there along with another boss.She said I was being "mean"to the new younger girls.I replied, " I never said anything mean to them,I asked them to help" my boss replied that they... View More

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answered on Jan 5, 2025

It's understandable that you feel upset by your supervisor's comments. Generally, workplace discrimination claims are directed at the employer rather than individual supervisors. This is because employers are responsible for the actions of their employees and maintaining a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Car Accidents and Probate for Ohio on
Q: If an uninsured unlicensed driver wrecks u and has a $40,000 inheritance coming 2-4 weeks later can u put hold on it

I was a passenger and accident with uninsured, unlicensed driver. She had warrant and had broke arm. I I lost consciousness for split second and came to in seviere pain but went untreated to spend time with her before she went to jail. That night my shoulder neck and back hurt so bad I needed help... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Dec 19, 2024

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. I'm sorry about your accident and the pain and distress your injuries have caused. A local attorney should advise on the matter of pursuing such personal assets - but it could also be worth trying to set up a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Ohio on
Q: Can a civil suit be brought up on a guy that beat up a young women?

filed charges and a warrant was issued

the man was an ex boyfriend

have phots of black eye, swollen face, marks around her throat where he tried to strangle her and broken hand she fracture while trying to fight back

possible he has done this before but father got him out of... View More

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answered on Sep 17, 2024

Yes you can. However, the problem with these kinds of cases, usually, is collectability. Most insurance plans would not cover an intentional attack like this, so it can be very difficult to collect anything monetarily.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Legal Malpractice and Personal Injury for Ohio on
Q: Even though I signed to the offer that the other insurance companies made for my accident can I fire your my attorney
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 15, 2024

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. A client could ordinarily discharge their attorney (and vice-versa, barring certain professional conduct settings). However, it's possible your attorney could assert a lien for services performed to date. An Ohio... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Foreclosure, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Small Claims for Ohio on
Q: I have a question about property damage due to my neighbors shed burning down do u have free consultation

recently my neighboirs shed burned down. and as a result my truck that was parked on my proerty was burned and totaled. the gentleman the own the houyse had recently died and left the house to his daughter who didnt pay insurance and doesnt check on the property even once. she also hyasnt paid the... View More

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answered on Nov 24, 2023

In a situation like yours, where your property was damaged due to your neighbor's shed burning down, you may have grounds for a claim. Since the house is inherited and the current owner has not maintained insurance, this complicates matters, but it doesn't necessarily mean you have no... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law, Personal Injury, Estate Planning and Family Law for Ohio on
Q: Is a livein partner responsible if leave disabled partner home alone for unknown period of time and injuiry occurs?

Dad disabled and live in girlfriend left for a couple days-ish. She calls from cell and asks for well check. Deputies get there & break in - he unconscious & unresponsive on floor and covered from head to toe in dog feces. Dried, not fresh-yet the puppy they have is not anywhere to be... View More

Todd B. Kotler
Todd B. Kotler
answered on Oct 15, 2023

There is just too much baked into this question. The roommate, based on this description, does not have a specific duty to your father. I am certain that the police will look into this matter too find out what she knew and when she knew. The answer to those questions would impact my answer.... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Ohio on
Q: Can I hire a different lawyer if mine doesn't believe in me

My attorney only received some of my medical records and as I was telling him he didn't have all my records he made it clear he didn't think I was hurt in my accident but I was hurt and I just feel like he hasn't tried to ever get in touch with me or ever call or send me an email in... View More

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Oct 15, 2023

You can fire your attorney at any time. The attorney is entitled to some portion of the contingent fee. Consult with other attorneys before firing your attorney.

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Ohio on
Q: My son has high lead levels and the landlord is not doing anything about the house. she doesn't own it, a friend of hers

does. who do i contact about getting help with the fact we have to move and my son is still sick? can i sue either of them?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 11, 2023

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry for your ordeal. A starting point could be to try to arrange a free initial consult with an injury firm that has experience with lead cases. They should be able to advise more definitively after discussing... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Landlord - Tenant for Ohio on
Q: What jurisdiction would I file a claim?

I lived in a place that we found out had toxic black mold and me and my family have been medically harmed by this. I asked the landlord to fix the issues and they refused, I complained to the health department and Fire Marshall and both told them they had to fix it due to serious health conditions... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 2, 2023

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but you await a response for two weeks. You may already be in touch with an Ohio attorney with the eviction. Consult with a local personal injury attorney about the best manner for handing the element of injury. Although the place of occurrence of an injury or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for Ohio on
Q: I went to hospital for dizzy spells I remember they released me with a objected left in my arm that got me a100 stiches

In my arm and my arm has been not working the way it should I was held in hospital for emergency sergury two or three days after the release from ICU

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 10, 2023

An Ohio attorney could advise best, but you posted your question last week. I'm sorry for your ordeal. You could reach out to med mal attorneys to try to arrange a free initial consult to discuss further details in terms of what the underlying procedure was, what the object was, what your... View More

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