After a serious injury, people have questions. Injured people come to us in a state of shock, unable to wrap their minds around the injury they’ve sustained.
Families who’ve lost their loved ones to an accident come to us heartbroken, demanding to know who caused their pain.
Who is responsible for the accident? How are they going to pay their bills? How do they put a number on the pain they feel?
That’s where Hiltner Trial Lawyers comes in.
Personal injury law encompasses a wide range of legal matters that arise when an individual has been harmed due to the negligence or wrongful actions of another party.
Ohio’s personal injury laws are designed to provide compensation and justice to those who have suffered injuries, whether physical, emotional, or financial, as a result of someone else’s negligence.
In Ohio, personal injury cases often revolve around the concept of negligence.
Whether it’s a car accident, slip and fall, medical malpractice, or any other type of personal injury incident, our attorneys at Hiltner Trial Lawyers are well-versed in investigating, negotiating, and litigating these cases to ensure our clients receive the compensation they deserve.
In Ohio, wrongful death claims must generally be filed within two years of the date of death. This is a strict deadline — missing it will almost certainly bar the claim entirely, regardless of how strong the case is. It is important to contact an attorney as early as possible after losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, as building a wrongful death case requires time to investigate, gather evidence, and identify responsible parties.
Ohio follows a modified comparative negligence system. This means that if you were partially at fault for your own injury, your compensation will be reduced by your percentage of fault. For example, if you were found 20% at fault and your total damages were $100,000, you would recover $80,000. However, if you are found to be more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover any compensation at all. Insurance companies routinely try to assign a higher percentage of fault to injured parties to reduce what they owe. An experienced personal injury attorney will fight to keep that percentage as low as possible.
A personal injury case involves physical, emotional, or financial harm caused by another party’s negligence or wrongful conduct. Common examples include car accidents, truck accidents, slip and falls, workplace injuries, and wrongful death claims.
Yes. Ohio follows a comparative negligence rule, meaning you may still recover compensation as long as you were not more than 50 percent at fault. Your recovery may be reduced based on your share of responsibility.
Compensation may include medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, and other related damages. In wrongful death cases, damages may also cover funeral costs and loss of companionship.
In most cases, Ohio’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims is two years from the date of the injury. Missing this deadline can permanently bar your claim.
No. Many personal injury cases are resolved through insurance negotiations or settlement. However, filing a lawsuit may be necessary if the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation.
During a consultation, the attorney will review the facts of your case, explain your legal options, assess potential damages, and discuss next steps. The goal is to help you understand your rights and whether pursuing a claim makes sense.
Most personal injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis, meaning you do not pay attorney’s fees unless compensation is recovered. This allows injured people to pursue claims without upfront legal costs.
You should seek medical attention, document the incident, preserve evidence, and avoid speaking with insurance companies without legal guidance. Early legal support can help protect your claim and prevent costly mistakes.
A personal injury attorney can investigate the accident, gather evidence, deal with insurance companies, calculate damages, and fight for full and fair compensation on your behalf.
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