Posts by Crandall & Pera Law, LLC
Steve Crandall Explored the Pros and Cons of Social Media on Juries at the 2018 OAJ Convention
The Annual Convention of the Ohio Association for Justice was from May 2 to May 4 this year, and it was – as always – a rousing success. This year’s convention offered numerous opportunities for attendees to obtain their CLE credits, to play a few rounds of golf, and to network and reconnect with colleagues…
Read MoreWhat is the Difference Between a Birth Injury and a Birth Defect?
As everyone always says, “We don’t care if it’s a boy or a girl, we just want our baby to be healthy.” And, after months and months of anticipation, that’s usually exactly how it goes—a normal delivery of a healthy infant. However, in a small percentage of births, things unfortunately don’t go as planned and…
Read MoreMarc Pera Secures $515,000 Verdict against General Surgeon in Cincinnati
Crandall & Pera Law will always fight on behalf of those who have sustained serious injuries because of medical negligence. That is why we are proud to announce that firm co-founder Marc Pera has obtained a $515,000 medical malpractice verdict against a General Surgeon in Cincinnati on behalf of the family of Monica McKnight. Before…
Read MoreHair Dye, Nail Polish, and Tattoos: Safety in Pregnancy
Studies have shown that the use of hair dyes and styling products during pregnancy results in very little of the product being absorbed into the skin if there are no open sores on the scalp. Therefore, if you are pregnant and have no open areas on your scalp, it is unlikely that such products will…
Read MoreCan Medical Marijuana Ease the Opioid Epidemic?
According to two recent studies, medical marijuana may be chipping away at the opioid problem in the United States. Advocates for legalizing marijuana have long held the belief that the plant is a lower-risk alternative to opioids, and can relieve chronic pain. However, those on the other side of the issue claim that marijuana could…
Read MoreBootleg Cab Driver Flees from Roebling Bridge Crash…or Did He?
The story which confused authorities for several days involved an injured pregnant woman and serious damage to a famous landmark. But now they know the truth, and a Cincinnati man has been charged for his role in a crash that forced the months-long closure of the Roebling Suspension Bridge. Demarko D. Page, 24, of Cincinnati,…
Read MoreApril is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
For most of us, driving can be a leisure activity. Maybe not that sitting-in-traffic daily commute, but lovely weekend drives to admire local scenery, or just to get the car out on the open road in some nice weather. However, a pleasure drive can turn downright dangerous when confronted with hazards like distracted drivers, which…
Read MoreCombine Distracted Walkers with Distracted Drivers and Get Deadly Accidents
You have most likely seen them, people who walk with their heads down, eyes glued to the screen of their smartphone as they navigate the bustling sidewalks and streets. “Petextrians,” as they are affectionately called, are engaging in what the National Safety Council calls distracted walking. Distracted walking accident injuries are on the rise, as…
Read MoreThe Electronic Fetal Monitor
When a woman gives birth in a hospital, it is common for her to be placed on a fetal monitor. This allows her nurse to evaluate the well-being of her baby during labor. The contractions that occur during labor cause a temporary reduction in oxygen and blood flow to baby. Most of the time, a…
Read MoreUsing Mediation to Resolve Car Crash Claims
Most people who have been in car accident cases would prefer to settle out of court. Litigation can be expensive, and going to court can be frightening. Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) approach, which can be faster and more cost effective than taking a case to trial. If you and your lawyer decide…
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