About 25,400 units of Lifeguard Press manufactured charging kits have been recalled due to six reported cases of the chargers emitting smoke and sparking. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission found these devices to be unfit for use. The details are listed below:

Description

This recall involves seven models of charging kits with universal serial bus (USB) connectors that are used to recharge Apple iPhone, iPad and iPod devices. The recalled kits were sold under the Ban.do, Jonathan Adler and Lilly Pulitzer brand names and contained a wall charger, a 12 to 24-volt car charger, a 30-pin USB cord and a Lightning port adapter. The wall chargers are plastic cubes about 1 ¼ inches long, 1 inch wide and ½ inch tall with two metal prongs for plugging into an electrical outlet on one end and a USB port on the opposite end. Ban.do wall chargers came in the colors yellow and black and white stripe. Jonathan Adler wall chargers came in multicolor and blue and white patterns. Lilly Pulitzer wall chargers came in multicolor floral patterns. The following charging kits are being recalled:

Brand names are on the top front of the packaging and on the Lightning port adapters. Model names are on the bottom front of the packaging. Item numbers are on the back of the package in the bottom right corner.

Incidents/Injuries

Lifeguard Press has received six reports of the wall chargers emitting smoke and sparking and six reports of prongs detaching from the plug. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the USB wall charger and contact Lifeguard Press to return the charging kit for a full refund.

Sold at

Dillard’s, Lilly Pulitzer, Nordstrom’s and independent boutiques nationwide from February 2014 to June 2014 for between $25 and $30.

Importer

Lifeguard Press Inc. Bowling Green, Ky.

Manufactured in

China

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Here at Charles Boyk our attorneys handle every case with the same care. We are experienced in helping countless victims who have suffered from accidents resulting from late recalls and will do everything possible to ensure that you get the compensation you rightly deserve. Please call us at 800.637.8170. Your safety is our first concern and by spreading the news earlier regarding these recalls, we can all help prevent future accidents from occurring. Please call us to order a free copy of The Ohio Accident Book and to talk to our attorneys.

Tactical Vehicle Outfitters is recalling Ford vehicles after detecting an issue with the PTO pressure switch. The 2010-2014 Ford F-350 and F-550 vehicles modified by Tactical and assembled with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies were found to leak oil onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust. When combined with heat from the exhaust, the vehicle has an increased risk of fire causing injury and accident.

Tactical has agreed to install a new PTO pressure switch, free of charge beginning in July 2014. Other companies have made similar recalls: Stahl also recalled Ford’s 2009-2014 Ford F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty vehicles with the same issues. Utility Truck Equipment Company has recalled their 2010-2013 UTLI41A, 2011 UTLN41, and 2012 UTLN46 aerial trucks manufactured December 2010 to September 2013. Somerset Welding & Steel, doing business as J&J Truck equipment (J&J), has recalled certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis with 6.8L gasoline engines modified by J&J to be equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. 

Our attorneys are watching over the developments of this situation in order to ensure that all victims of defective products, such as these, receive the proper compensation they deserve. Please contact us at 800.637.8170 and we can schedule a complimentary case evaluation at no charge. 

Master Cutlery Inc recalled about 4,000 knives and sheaths due to sheathing problems. The transcript is found below:

Description

This recall involves the Karambit neck knife and sheath. The half-moon shaped knife measures 7 inches in length and was sold in an urban camo print. “MTech USA” is laser printed on the blade. Model number MT-664UC-SO is marked on the back of the knife. The knife fits into an unmarked molded black sheath that is about 4.5 inches in length. The sheath has a snap clip on the back and also comes with a beaded lanyard chain. Replacement sheaths have “MTech USA” laser printed on the back.

Incidents/Injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knife and sheath, store the knife and sheath in a safe area and contact Master Cutlery for instructions on obtaining a free replacement sheath.

Sold exclusively at

Big 5 Sporting Goods stores from March 2014 through May 2014 for about $20.

Importer

Master Cutlery Inc., of Secaucus, New Jersey

Manufactured in

China

Defective or dysfunctional items can cause injuries and accidents. By posting this blog, we hope to provide the information to potential victims faster, preventing further injury. In the event of an accident or injury, please call us at 800.637.8170. Make sure to take home a free copy of The Ohio Accident Book among many other resources available and open to you. 

The rear brake pedal mounting bolt of KTM North America’s 2014 690 Enduro R motorcycles was found to easily loosen and detach upon extended usage, increasing the risk of an accident. KTM has announced a recall of all Enduro motorcycles manufacture between October 2013 and April 2014. When the rear brakes dysfunctions, the rider must rely only on the front brakes to decelerate, causing the motorcycle to easily flip or skid.

If you are in need of assistance, KTM will “install and properly torque a washer and new rear brake pedal mounting bolt with threadlocker, free of charge.”Our attorneys are continuously monitoring this situation and have helped countless victims receive the proper compensation they deserve. Please contact us at 800.637.8170. Your safety is our first concern.

Bigen hair dye has caused many users to experience allergic reactions. The reactions experienced range from a loss of hair to swelling of the face that makes the individual unrecognizable. Our office has helped many victims of Bigen hair products to pursue legal claims and secure compensation for the pain and suffering they’ve experienced.

Bigen Allergic Reactions: Personal Injury Claim

When suffering a severe allergic reaction to Bigen, individuals can experience a variety of symptoms. This is not only a risk to their health, but also has a negative impact on the individual’s day-to-day life. Experiencing a reaction such as hair loss can impact someone greatly and cause emotional trauma.

Individual suffering allergic reactions to Bigen are able to file a personal injury claim. Hiring an attorney to represent you is very important as they can help to explain how the injury from Bigen has affected your life. As explained above, experiencing severe allergic reactions to Bigen not only affects one’s health, but how they go about their daily lives. An attorney can communicate how the injury has kept you from attending family functions, how certain symptoms (such as losing hair) have caused emotional trauma, and many other things.

Hiring a Bigen Attorney

There are many attorneys able to handle a Bigen case, but not all are equally experienced in the area. The personal injury attorneys at Charles Boyk Law Office have handled countless Bigen cases, helping individuals to recover compensation for the negative effect that allergic reactions to Bigen hair products have had on their lives.

To speak to a personal injury attorney experienced in Bigen cases, call our office at 800.637.8170. We know how the Bigen insurance company works and we can help you throughout the legal process, working on your behalf to secure the compensation that is deserved.

As experienced Bigen attorneys, we have multiple articles in the Charles E. Boyk Law Office blog that highlights the different allergic reactions experienced by Bigen hair dye, the options that Bigen victims have, and the steps to take when filing a Bigen personal injury claim. To learn more, visit the Bigen section of the blog.

To take the next step toward receiving compensation for your Bigen injuries, call 800.637.8170. 

There have been countless cases of individuals suffering serious health reactions as a result of Bigen hair products. The hair dye has been the cause of multiple reactions found in users, including everything from itching scalp to chemical burns.

The Charles E. Boyk Law Office has done extensive research on Bigen hair dye and the injuries that is has caused users. We have helped multiple victims file personal injury claims for the injuries and traumatic reactions that the dye has caused.

Having been very close to this subject matter and having the opportunity to learn and see in person the reactions that it causes, we felt it was important to share the below questions that every Bigen victim needs to know before hiring a lawyer to represent their case.

Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Bigen Lawyer

Have you handled previous Bigen cases?

When choosing a lawyer to represent you in your Bigen injury case, it is important to hire someone who has extensive experience with the case matter. Having a lawyer who has already went through the discovery process will only benefit your case. A lawyer with experience in Bigen cases will also be familiar with the specific steps to take and how the insurance company operates.

Is my reaction to Bigen worthy of a personal injury claim?

An experienced Bigen lawyer will have a good idea of where your specific reactions to Bigen hair dye fall within the spectrum. You may also be able to claim things outside of medical expenses when it comes to your Bigen injuries. These include things that are affected by the Bigen health reactions, such as emotional trauma, loss of wages, missing out on life events (family get-togethers, weddings, vacations), and other things that have a negative impact on your quality of life. Our lawyers help clients to receive compensation as it relates to everything that the injury has affected.

Will I be able to speak directly with my Bigen lawyer?

Always ask a lawyer if you will be in communication with them throughout your case as this can mean a lot when it comes down to the experience that you have. Our office gives clients the attention that they deserve. We have a dedicated team that works to ensure all cases go through a streamline process. Our clients enjoy a support system at the Charles E. Boyk Law Office, in addition to direct communication with our lawyers.

Reaction to Bigen Hair Dye: Personal Injury Lawyer

If you have suffered a reaction to BIgen, be sure to contact a personal injury lawyer to receive the compensation that is deserved for the pain and suffering that you’ve endured. But, before you hire a lawyer, remember to ask the three questions above so you can be sure that you are choosing the lawyer that is not only experienced in Bigen cases, but can offer you the support that you need.

To speak to one of the personal injury lawyers at our law office, call 800.637.8170. You can have the opportunity to review your case, explain the reactions and injuries that you’ve experienced from Bigen, and in turn receive advice on the legal steps that you should take. Call today to become one step closer to the compensation that you deserve for the traumatic experience that Bigen hair dye caused you.

The Charles E. Boyk Law Offices recently partnered with Josina Lott Residents and Lourdes University students in the creation of a Toledo skyline mural. The mural is in the PNC Building at the Boyk Law Offices.

The creation of the Toledo skyline mural is part of the Charles Boyk Law Office’s ‘Tribute to Toledo’ campaign. This campaign included residents of Josina Lott Residential Community Services and Lourdes University Art Therapy students. The groups came together to design the mural, as well as pain the skyline.

The beautiful ‘Tribute to Toledo’ mural is on the wall of the expanded area in the Charles Boyk Law Office. As supporters of the community that we serve, our office is very thankful to have been able to involve these groups in a project that not only brought people together and celebrated creativity, but also pays tribute to the Toledo area.

Watch a video highlighting a day in Toledo.

The Toledo mural painting was a day-long event for those who participated. As we watched the painting of the mural, it was amazing to see all of the pieces come together throughout the process. The participants from Josina Lott and Lourdes were then able to sign the mural as artists of the beautiful piece.

We believe that projects like this are very important to be a part of. It not only brings us closer to the community that we serve, but allows us to bring joy and unforgettable memories to others.

If you would like to see the Toledo skyline mural, watch the below video which takes you through the entire process. You can see how the participants came together to create something truly wonderful. Our law office is happy to be able to see this mural every day and remember not only the wonderful experience that this ‘Tribute to Toledo’ mural has given us, but the amazing people we were able to meet in the process.

The National Safety Council has shared an infographic that highlights the summertime, between Memorial Day and Labor Day, as the 100 deadliest days during the year for teenagers. This is said to be the deadliest time of year due to teenager’s freedom during summer months to drive later into the night and to have more free time to hang out with one another, resulting in multiple teens in one vehicle.

Deadliest Days for Teens on the Road

Car accidents are the leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States. The three months with the deadliest days for teens include June, July and August. The NSC infographic states that in 2013, June had 327 deaths, July there were 319, and August there were 286 deaths. One fact that may be surprising to some is that more than half of the teenagers killed in car accidents are not wearing their seat belt at the time of the crash. Our personal injury lawyers remind readers how important it is to wear a seat belt at all times when in a motor vehicle. We have personally seen the consequences of what not wearing a seatbelt can be.

Distracted Driving Behaviors of Young Drivers

Parents: Helping Your Teens to Drive Safe

There are some things that parents can do to try to help their teens to follow safe practices when behind the wheel and in their friend’s cars. The first thing is to simply talk to teens about the importance of wearing a seat belt, as explained above. Another thing that parents can do is to establish a curfew for their teens during the summer months. The National Safety Council recommends no later than 10 p.m. because when it gets darker outside, the risk for car crashes increases.

Teens in Cars: A June 2014 Study

One of the biggest things that cause distractions for teens is the use of cell phones while driving. Our car accident lawyers have written several articles on this subject matter, sharing the dangers of distracted driving. To read about distracted driving and teenagers, visit our blog post Teen Distracted Driving Statistics.

The NSC infographic also recommends that even after a teen receives their license, a parent should spend at least 30 minutes each week with them as the teen is driving. This will enable a parent to gain insight into their teen’s driving habits, allowing them to further enforce rules and communicate the dangers that exist for teen drivers.

Ohio Car Accident: Teen Driver

The Charles E. Boyk Law Office has handled several cases involving teens who were injured in a car accident while another teen was operating the vehicle. We feel very strongly about sharing information that will allow parents and their teens to communicate better, preventing future car accident injuries and deaths from occurring.

If you or your teen has been involved in a car accident and have suffered injury, or you have lost a loved one in a car accident, we recommend that you contact an experienced car accident lawyer. To speak to one of the lawyers at our law office, call 800.637.8170. A lawyer will review the accident with you, allow you to explain the entire situation and the injuries that resulted, and will give you advice regarding the legal options that you have.  We also have legal resources that help car accident victims and their families to navigate throughout the legal process. To view the list of resources that we have, visit the Reports page on our website. 

When an individual is involved in an injury accident, whether it is a car accident, a work injury accident, or a slip and fall accident, the type of lawyer that they would want to contact is a personal injury lawyer.

Personal injury lawyers represent individuals who have been injured in an accident. This includes both physical and emotional or psychological injuries. These injuries result from the negligence or wrongdoing of another person or entity.

Personal Injury Accident

After being the victim of a personal injury accident, it is very important to seek a legal professional to represent you. When an injury is due to the wrongdoing or negligence of another person, the injured victim may pursue legal action to receive compensation. This compensation will help to cover many things, including the following: medical expenses resulting from the injury, emotional distress that has resulted from the injury, missed family gatherings or get-togethers (weddings, vacations, etc.), and pain and suffering from the injury, among other things.

The best thing for a personal injury victim to do after being injured is to seek guidance from a legal professional. Since there are several things that can be claimed in a personal injury lawsuit, an experienced personal injury lawyer will work on your behalf to ensure that you receive the full amount of compensation based on all of the things that were affected by your injury, some of which we listed above.

Ohio Personal Injury Lawyer

The personal injury lawyers at the Charles Boyk Law Office have extensive experience in personal injury cases. We have represented countless personal injury victims who have been involved in various types of accidents. Through the years of experience that our lawyers have, they know the proper steps to take to help personal injury victims receive a favorable settlement.

If you or your loved one has suffered an injury in an accident, call our personal injury lawyers at 800.637.8170. When calling our office, you have the opportunity to speak directly to a lawyer about your situation and receive advice on the legal steps that you should take. You can also order one of our helpful legal resources for free that can help guide you through the personal injury lawsuit process. Visit our Reports page to order an easy-to-understand personal injury resource.

Nursing home abuse is a problem that is more widespread than many realize. Our nursing home abuse lawyers have written several blog posts on nursing home abuse to share within our law office’s blog, educating readers on the prevalence of this type of abuse.

The August edition of the JereBeasley Report highlighted the issue of nursing home abuse in their article, Nursing Homes Are Said to Overmedicate Patients. Since this is an issue that our law office wishes to spread awareness of, we are sharing this article with our readers.

Overmedicating Nursing Home Patients

The JereBeasley Reports states that nursing homes are understaffed and those who are on staff are inadequately trained which can result in issues within the facilities. There is an issue that exists in which elderly patients are being given medications to control their behavior, including some that are very strong and can be dangerous. Instead of dedicating the appropriate resources to patients and residents, facilities are turning towards medications when they could instead spend the appropriate time with the residents to discover what the cause of certain behaviors may be.

The daughter of a patient in California recently learned first-hand what the nursing homes are doing when it comes to medications. Kathi Levine discovered that her 79-year-old mother received poor car throughout an 18 day stay at a nursing home. The patient went into the nursing home for phsycial therapy, and at the time could still hold conversations, dress and feed herself. When her daughter picked her up, she could not speak, was withdrawn and slumped in her wheelchair. The patient then died within weeks of leaving the nursing facility.

After this tragic end to a stay at a nursing home, the daughter, Kathi Levine learned that her mother was given a laundry list of medications while at the facility, including psychotics.

In May, lawyers working on Levine’s behalf, along with lawyers from the AARP Foundation agreed on a class-action settlement against the facility that administered Levine’s mother, stating “using dangerous drugs without the consent of residents or family members.”

Nursing Home Abuse

According to the JereBeasley Report, one in five patients is administered antipsychotic drugs that are not necessary and can be dangerous to the health of elderly patients. The drugs administered are even known to be dangerous to the elderly population, increasing the risk of death.

There have been cases in the past in which providers paid the U.S. government due to allegations of participating in kickback schemes.

If you have suspected that your loved one has received improper care at a nursing home or assisted living facility, you should contact a lawyer at our office. We have helped families to seek justice after their loved ones were treated with negligence in a nursing home. Call the nursing home lawyers at the Charles E. Boyk Law Office at 800.637.8170.

Northwest Ohio is conveniently located on Lake Erie, making boating a favorite recreational activity for many throughout the summer months. While boating usually brings memories of sun, fun, and wind in the hair, they can also cause very serious injuries. Our boating accident lawyers have represented injured victims in the past, helping them to receive compensation for the injuries that have been sustained.

When it comes to boating accidents, there are several reasons that they may occur. Many of the reasons why boating accidents occur are preventable as they are caused by the negligence of an individual. Our law office would like to help spread awareness of the dangers of boating and the likelihood of accidents occurring in hopes to reduce the number of boating injuries that occur in our area.

Boating Accident Statistics

In the August 2014 JereBeasley Report, boating accident statistics are highlighted. The article, An Update on Boating Accidents highlights statistics from 2013 in which 4,062 boating accidents were reported to the U.S. Coast Guard and of those accdients, 2,620 resulted in injuries while 560 resulted in death.

These stats are very surprising to many who never consider the risk of becoming involved in an accident while out on the water. As explained by the JereBeasley Report, these numbers are actually 10 percent lower than those of 2012.

One of the biggest causes for fatality in boating accidents is drowning and 84 percent of the victims who have drowned in a boating accident were not wearing life jackets at the time. Our boating accident lawyers want to stress the importance of safety equipment when boating and remind readers of the importance of life jackets.

Alcohol & Boating Accidents

Another common cause of boating accidents is alcohol consumption. This is the leading factor of fatal boating accidents, yet it is completely preventable. Our boating accident lawyers remind boaters and passengers to be safe on the water. Just as it isn’t safe to be in a vehicle with someone who has been drinking, it is not safe to be on a boat with them. If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident that was caused by a boating accident in which the operator of the watercraft was under the influence of alcohol, call our boating accident lawyers at 800.637.8170. We can help you to navigate through the legal process and ensure that you and your family receive the compensation that is deserved.

The summer months are primetime for motorcyclists as they have the weather on their side to ride their bikes. While there are various motorcycle laws and recommendations to keep motorcyclists safe, accidents often result in serious injury.

Motorcycle Accident: Ohio

A great number of motorcycle accidents are caused by another driver (i.e. the driver of a car who fails to see the motorcyclists on the road). With so many motorcycle accidents happening at the fault of another driver, our motorcycle accident lawyers find it important to share information and resources that help motorcyclists if they are injured in accidents.

Related: Motorcycle Accidents in Ohio: Safety & Awareness

The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book, written by the personal injury lawyers at our office, outlines the steps that an injured motorcyclists should take if involved in an accident.  The book also outlines the top 5 reasons why hiring a lawyer is important, including the following:

1. You will not miss critical deadlines related to your motorcycle accident claim
2. Your lawyer will work to retrieve important evidence
3. Your personal injury lawyer will make sure that you do not sign any  forms that may harm your case
4. Your lawyer will guide you in the settlement process, ensuring that you receive the most favorable settlement
5. Your personal injury will protect your rights

Motorcycle Accident Settlement

If you are injured in a motorcycle accident, there are certain things that you can do to help your personal injury settlement. The first thing that any motorcycle accident victim should do is to seek medical treatment. It is best for both your personal health and your injury settlement to seek treatment as soon as possible. It is also important to not rush through the settlement process. Our personal injury lawyers advise clients to not settle a claim until all treatment is completed (i.e. physical therapy sessions) or a long-term diagnosis has been given.

Related: What are Ohio’s Motorcycle Laws?

We cannot stress how important it is to also have a personal injury lawyer representing you. They will take over communication with the insurance companies, which helps to protect your claim as well. They will also guide you through the documentation process, ensuring that you do not sign something that could jeopardize your case.

If you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact the Charle E. Boyk Law Office at 800.637.8170 to speak to a personal injury lawyer. We also recommend that you order your own free personal copy of The Ohio Motorcycle Accident Book that can serve as a guide throughout the legal process.

The personal injury lawyers at the Charles E. Boyk Law Office have handled countless truck accident cases. These accidents are often result in serious injuries or fatalities due to the sheer fact that a huge, 18-wheeler semi is up against a compact car, or other type of smaller vehicle.

Our personal injury lawyers have represented victims and their families after Ohio truck accidents. Working on behalf of these injured victims, we are able to secure the compensation that they deserve for their injuries and the effect that the accident has had on their life. Since our office has years of experience with truck accidents, we also know the various steps in the process, in addition to the entities that often play a role in such accidents.

Related: Increase of Fatal Crashes with Large Trucks

Truck accidents differ from a car accident in the sense that there are other things that play a role in the accident. For example, if you were involved in an accident with a semi in which the driver was at fault, the below questions may be investigated by your personal injury lawyer:

• Was the truck driver on duty?
• What did the driver’s work log state?
• How many hours had the driver been on the road?
• Did the truck driver take the appropriate amount of breaks throughout the shift?
• Did the trucking company play a role in the accident?
• Was there a defective part on the semi-truck that caused the accident?

Truck Accident Claim

If you have been involved in a truck accident, our personal injury lawyers advise that you contact a legal professional as soon as possible.

Related: Filing an Ohio Truck Accident Lawsuit

As explained above, there are several factors that play a role in the trucking accident and the result of the personal injury claim. To be sure that you have a chance to receive the full settlement that you deserve, it is imperative to have a lawyer working on your behalf. To speak to one of the personal injury lawyers at our law office about your truck accident injuries, call our office at 800.637.8170. You will have the opportunity to speak directly to a lawyer about your accident and the options that you have. 

The persona injury lawyers at the Charles E. Boyk Law Office have helped countless victims seek compensation after sustaining injuries in an accident. Through these years of experience helping personal injury victims, we have found that at time, victims do not feel as though it is important to seek the guidance of an attorney right away, and they also believe that certain details are not important to share related to their case.  Both of these facts can cause personal injury victims to unknowingly jeopardize their case.

Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney

One of the most important things regarding your personal injury claim is hiring an attorney to represent you. The guidance of a legal professional is critical for your case and can greatly affect your personal injury settlement.

When hiring a personal injury attorney, there are certain factors to take into account:

• The location of the attorney – hiring a local personal injury attorney will allow you to have the one-on-one attention that you deserve. Make sure that your attorney has a local office and you will be able to meet directly with them.
• The experience of the attorney – it is important to learn about your personal injury attorney’s experience. Hiring an attorney who has handled cases similar to yours will help your claim.
• The lawyer’s personality – make sure that you feel comfortable with your lawyer and that you get along with them. You will be working closely with your attorney throughout the legal process.

Related: What should I tell my personal injury lawyer?

Sharing Details about Your Personal Injury Accident

Sharing all of the details related to your case is very important. There are some personal injury victims that do not think that every detail matters to their case, whether they may be embarrassed about something, or they just don’t think it will affect their personal injury case. Our attorneys stress the importance of sharing every last detail with your personal injury attorney. This allows them to be fully prepared and have all of the necessary information to work on your behalf and help you obtain a favorable settlement.

Related: Is a car accident considered personal injury?

Ohio Personal Injury Attorney

If you have been involved in an accident and have suffered injuries due to the negligence or wrongdoing of another individual, call our law office at 800.637.8170. When calling our office, you have the opportunity to speak to a personal injury attorney about your case and the legal options that you have. Call today to learn about the steps that you should take and how our law office can help you.

If your or your loved one is involved in a personal injury accident and sustained serious injuries, it is important to contact a lawyer to learn about your legal options. It is also important to make sure that the lawyer you are contacting is both experienced in cases similar to yours, has a good personality and you will get along with them, and that they are local.

Hiring a local personal injury lawyer makes the legal process much easier. You will be able to meet with the lawyer in person to discuss your case. You will also have a more personal relationship with the lawyer versus hiring a large firm to represent you.

Reasons to Hire a Local Personal Injury Lawyer – Toledo, Ohio

The Charles Boyk Law Office headquarters is located in Toledo, Ohio with satellite offices in nearby cities. We have satellite offices so our lawyers can travel to clients and meet with them, as our goal is to make the process convenient and seamless for our clients.

There are several reasons to hire a local personal injury lawyer for your case, but our personal injury lawyers have outlined the three main reasons to do so. These are to benefit you as the client and make sure the legal process ends in a favorable settlement and experience.

1. In-Person Meetings – some of the larger firms that are located outside of the area do not even send the lawyer to meet with clients. If a personal injury victim contacted a lawyer from a large firm outside of Cleveland to represent them, they may never actually see their lawyer. Instead, what happens is that the individual deals with paralegals the entire time. This is not a personalized experience and our office does not believe this is to the benefit of the client. At the Charles Boyk Law Office, you can be sure to meet directly with your personal injury lawyer throughout the legal process.
2. Familiar with Court System – as explained above, it is important to hire a personal injury lawyer who has experience with cases similar to yours. This also applies to a lawyer who is familiar with the local court system. It can help to have a personal injury lawyer representing you who has created relationships with people throughout the area. Having established relationships can help facilitate certain aspects of your case.
3. Ongoing Support – when hiring a local personal injury lawyer, it is much easier to contact them for ongoing support. This not only applies to your personal injury, but to future issues that you or a family member may have. Establishing a relationship with a local lawyer can help in future times of need. Our office is always just a phone call away and we regularly catch up with past clients, whether it’s to check in, or to help them with another issue. We care about our clients and the bonds we have created.

Personal Injury Lawyer in Toledo, Ohio

The Charles Boyk Law Office is a local law office that services Toledo and the surrounding areas. We believe in giving clients the personalized attention that they deserve throughout the legal process.

To speak to one of the personal injury lawyers from our Toledo, Ohio office, call 800.637.8170. 

Work injuries can result in a major disruption to one’s life. When involved in a work accident, an individual often suffers an injury that not only requires surgery or rehabilitation, but also affects their livelihood.

When someone is injured at work, it often results in physical injuries, time off of work, lost or reduced wages, emotional distress, and more.

Anyone who is involved in a work injury accident should follow three important steps, explained below by our Toledo work injury accident lawyers.

Work Accident: 3 Things to Do

1. Report the Injury – report the injury immediately after it occurs. You should also ask the employer to fill out a report that documents the date and time of the work injury accident. Our work injury accident lawyers also recommend asking the employer to include the names of witnesses on the form that were present at the time of the incident.A First Report of Injury Form (FROI) should also be filled out following the work accident. The employer is required to complete the FROI form, but if they do not follow through, you should have your work injury lawyer to help you get this completed. The FROI form is what results in a claim number for your case.

2. Seek medical treatment – following the work injury accident, it is very important to the health of yourself and your case to seek medical treatment. What many people do not know is that they are not required to visit the employer’s doctor. Instead, as long as the doctor seen is Bureau of Workers’ Compensation certified, they may treat your work injury.

3. Hire a Work Injury Lawyer – it is very important for you to hire a lawyer soon after the accident. The legal steps involved in a work injury accident can be very confusing and to ensure that you ultimately receive the compensation that you deserve, it is critical to have an experienced work injury lawyer representing you.

Work Injury Lawyer

If you or your loved one was involved in a work injury accident, call the Charles E. Boyk Law Office at 800.637.8170. Our lawyers have years of experience helping work injury accident victims and can help you and your family. To learn more about the legal process involved in work injury accidents, request a free copy of The Ohio Work Injury Book when calling into our office, or order your copy online.

If you have been involved in a Findlay car accident, our accident lawyers have the below advice for the steps that you should follow, including seeking medical attention and contacting a Findlay car accident lawyer.

Findlay Car Accident

Being involved in a car accident is a very scary thing. It is something that is likely to happen at one point or another to us all, ranging from a fender bender to a serious injury accident. Our Findlay accident lawyers advise car accident victims to follow the below steps after being in a car accident. Following these steps will allow the victim to not only protect their physical health, but also help to better position their personal injury claim.

1. Check for injuries sustained in the accident – check both yourself and others in the vehicle; if there are any serious injuries, call the police immediately.
2. Ensure that you are safe – check the scene of the accident and make sure that you are safe; do not get out of your vehicle if there are serious hazards that exist. If you are on a high-traffic road, contact the police so they may come and assist.
3. Try to exchange information with others involved – exchanging information with the other driver(s) involved with the accident can help your personal injury claim; if the other driver is willing and able, exchange information with them including their type of insurance, their contact information, and the make and model of their vehicle.
4. File a police report – if the police do not come to the scene of the accident, visit the police station to file a report of the accident. Request a copy of the report and share it with your Findlay accident lawyer.
5. Take pictures of the scene of the accident – use your smart phone to take pictures of the car accident scene and share them with your accident lawyer. Having pictures of the accident will allow you to document what occurred and could support your personal injury claim.
6. Call the insurance company – contact your insurance agent and explain what happened and the damages that have occurred from the accident.

Accident Lawyer: Findlay

One of the most important steps to follow after doing the above is to contact an accident lawyer. If you or a loved one has sustained serious injuries in the accident, hiring an accident lawyer to represent you is very important. Contacting the lawyer soon after the accident can also help to make the process much easier for you and it also helps your personal injury claim when you have a professional working on your behalf from the beginning.

To contact the Findlay accident lawyers at the Charles Boyk Law Office, call 800.637.8170. When calling our office, you will have the chance to speak directly to a lawyer about your car accident and receive their advice on the proper legal steps to take. You can also request a free copy of The Ohio Accident Book to help guide you through the legal process.

There are many key things to be aware of when presented with an accident scenario. Many people stumble into talking to an adjuster without proper legal advice and information to support their claims. This general list will provide readers a glimpse of what is necessary to win an accident case as well as information to be of aware of for future circumstances.

1. Know exactly where the accident took place
2. Note the position of the vehicles before and after the accident
3. Note what the accident scene itself looked like immediately after an accident
4. Photograph signs, buildings, and other items that may have been involved in the accident
5. Write down the names and addresses of anyone who was actively involved in the accident including passengers and drivers
6. Make sure to write down all key information such as license and insurance information
7. Write down the names of any witnesses of the scene

Many times, the police will also produce a police report that will then be available for an attorney to investigate.

If you or a family member is a need of assistance in a legal matter, please call 800.637.8170. In every potential life-risking, life-harming situation, it is imperative to seek an attorney for further assistance and help. Our attorneys continue to represent countless victims and their families, helping them in their time of need to receive their deserved compensation. Here, you will receive advice on the next steps to take, a free copy of The Ohio Accident Book, and plenty more resources to assist you.

Virginia personal injury attorney Ben Glass wrote an interesting guide for victims of accident injury scenarios. It is imperative that as a victim, one knows the proper next steps to take and whether their case holds any value in the courts or not. Oftentimes, victims have a hard time discerning whether hiring an attorney is a necessary action or resolving the situation by themselves is the best next step. Glass provides a list of key characteristics of cases that can most likely be settled without an attorney.

• Minor property damage
• Minor Injury consisting of a sprain or strain
• No more than two visits to the emergency department
• No more than four months of chiropractic care or physical therapy
• Discharged from care and have no need for further care

If in the case of broken bones, scarring, or any type of injury that has caused admittance to the hospital or out-patient surgery, then seeking an attorney is the best step to take.

If you or a family member is in need of assistance due to a case more severe than the characteristics listed above, please call 800.637.8170. In every potential life-risking, life-harming situation, it is imperative to seek an attorney for further assistance and help. Our attorneys continue to represent countless victims and their families, helping them in their time of need to receive their deserved compensation. Here, you will receive advice on the next steps to take, a free copy of The Ohio Accident Book, and plenty more resources to assist you.

Roughly 220,000 general-aviation aircraft are decades old. The average single-engine airplane in the Federal Aviation Administration registry is 41 years old. 50,000 of these airplanes were built more than a half-century ago.

Compared to automobiles in the U.S., this number is stark in contrast. The average automobile is only 11.4 years old and has to meet standards set from the date of manufacturing. Small aircraft, on the other hand, have an exemption policy called “grandfathering” that allows manufacturers to bypass any such safety regulation.

Greg Bowles of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association explains the severity of the issue: "If you were to own a car built 40 years ago, you wouldn't want to drive it every day. It wouldn't have anti-lock brakes, air bags or energy-absorbing crumple zones . . . That's the world of (general-aviation) airplanes as well."

Many amateur pilots continue using propeller-drive airplanes from decades ago due to the FAA advisory committee announcement that these airplane users would have to spend a significant amount more in order to meet current standards. With pilots flying old aircraft and not adding new protective features, "the safety level of general aviation does not improve," the 346-page report concluded. Surprisingly, “many amateur-flown aircraft lack rudimentary safety features such as shoulder belts, which the FAA and its predecessor delayed requiring in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s, despite repeated studies showing they would prevent hundreds of deaths a year by keeping people from slamming into hard interior surfaces in a crash.”

The fact of the matter is, these airplanes are old and outdates and the FAA is doing little to change their policies. Sadly, crashes and accidents occur every year and have continued to remain constant.

If you or a family member have suffered from an aircraft related injury or wrongful death and are seeking help, please call 800.637.8170. In every potential life-risking, life-harming situation, it is imperative to seek an attorney for further assistance and help. Our attorneys continue to represent countless victims and their families, helping them in their time of need to receive their deserved compensation. Here, you will receive advice on the next steps to take, a free copy of The Ohio Wrongful Death Book, and plenty more resources to assist you.