Mani Ellis & Layne Accident & Injury Lawyers | March 14, 2025 | Personal Injury
If you need to sue someone for a personal injury claim, such as after a car accident, it will not cost you any money up front. Most Charleston personal injury lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. This means that they take their fee as a portion of any financial compensation that they win for… read more
Mani Ellis & Layne Accident & Injury Lawyers | March 12, 2025 | Car Accidents
There’s a common question among Ohio drivers: “What happens if I’m in an accident that isn’t my fault?” Ohio is an at-fault state, which means the driver who causes a crash is generally responsible for paying any damages. Unlike no-fault states—where drivers often file claims with their own insurance—Ohio requires the at-fault driver (or their… read more
Mani Ellis & Layne Accident & Injury Lawyers | March 6, 2025 | Ohio Law
Every driver will at some point ask themselves the same question: “Am I getting too old to drive?” No one wants to admit their reflexes are slowing down, but people 65 years and older are 16% more likely to cause an accident. Older drivers don’t have to retake the Ohio BMV driver’s test based on… read more
Mani Ellis & Layne Accident & Injury Lawyers | February 25, 2025 | Personal Injury
When you’re about to go through a personal injury case, one of the first things you might want to know is what the average personal injury settlement amount is. Unfortunately, this question is not easy to answer because it depends on many factors, such as the specific kind of accident, injuries, and insurance involved. That’s… read more
Mani Ellis & Layne Accident & Injury Lawyers | February 24, 2025 | Car Accidents
While dealing with any type of vehicle crash in Charleston, West Virginia, can be stressful, hit-and-run accidents tend to be especially challenging. The entire incident can be fraught with complications, from uncertainty about who will pay for the damage to concerns about bringing the offender to justice. Here’s what to know if someone hits your… read more
Mani Ellis & Layne Accident & Injury Lawyers | February 21, 2025 | Car Accidents
If you have been hurt in a car accident in Columbus, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages. However, if the driver who hit you was uninsured, you may be left wondering how you will pay for your losses. Thankfully, accident victims in Columbus may have ways to recover damages after an accident… read more
Mani Ellis & Layne Accident & Injury Lawyers | February 19, 2025 | Dog Bites
A dog bite can involve anything from a minor scratch to a life-threatening injury. If you’ve been bitten, it’s important to assess the severity of the wound quickly. Some bites need immediate treatment, while others may heal with only basic first aid. Signs That a Dog Bite Is Serious Every dog bite should be taken… read more
Mani Ellis & Layne Accident & Injury Lawyers | February 13, 2025 | Personal Injury
Any holiday can mean more cars and trucks on the roads, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. This increased traffic can come with a higher risk of auto accidents in West Virginia. Fortunately, the National Safety Council reports that most accidents can be avoided if drivers practice a few key safety skills. 5 Tips For… read more
Mani Ellis & Layne Accident & Injury Lawyers | February 11, 2025 | Medical Malpractice
As a large city and the capital of Ohio, you would expect Columbus to have many high-quality hospitals. However, ranking hospitals is notoriously difficult. For example, these institutions are often rated based on their mortality rates, and some hospitals score higher in this area because their emergency rooms take difficult cases like gunshot wounds or… read more
Mani Ellis & Layne Accident & Injury Lawyers | February 7, 2025 | Personal Injury
Truck driver fatigue can increase the risk of truck accidents. Federal and state laws limit the number of hours a truck driver can legally drive before taking a break. FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) sets hours of service (HOS) rules for commercial truck drivers. If you were in an accident caused by a fatigued… read more
