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May 24, 2018

How Goodyear Covered Up “The Worst Tire Made in History”

By Crandall & Pera Law|May 24th, 2018|Personal Injury|Comments Off on How Goodyear Covered Up “The Worst Tire Made in History”

Documents published by the website Jalopnik show documents dating back nearly two decades from Goodyear, showing their G159 RV tire has been linked to more than 700 complaints—including hundreds of crashes, dozens of injuries, and nine deaths. The expose called the tire “the worst tire made in history,” with documents from 1996 to 2015 pointing to a deliberate cover-up of safety issues with the tire. Legal documents and evidence disclosed [...]

May 21, 2018

FDA Restricts Sales of Essure Birth Control Device

By Crandall & Pera Law|May 21st, 2018|Medical Malpractice|Comments Off on FDA Restricts Sales of Essure Birth Control Device

Since its approval to go on the market in 2002, the implantable permanent birth control device Essure has been the subject of much controversy. Thousands of women have claimed the device has caused pain, internal bleeding, miscarriages, and stillbirths. The FDA finally responded on April 9 by issuing an order restricting sales and distribution of Essure. “We’ve been closely evaluating new information on the use of Essure, and based on [...]

May 14, 2018

Is the Nursing Home Liable for Resident to Resident Aggression or Assault?

By Crandall & Pera Law|May 14th, 2018|Nursing Home Negligence|Comments Off on Is the Nursing Home Liable for Resident to Resident Aggression or Assault?

When you think about nursing home negligence, resident-to-resident abuse might not be the first thing that comes to mind, but it is a prevalent issue affecting nursing home and assisted living residents throughout the United States. The National Consumer Voice for Long-Term Care conducted a prevalence study on Resident-to-Resident Elder Mistreatment in Nursing Homes. The study defines resident-to-resident elder mistreatment in this way: "Negative physical, sexual, or verbal interactions between [...]

May 10, 2018

Study Proves that Youth Tackle Football Can Lead to Brain Disease Later

By Crandall & Pera Law|May 10th, 2018|Brain Injury|Comments Off on Study Proves that Youth Tackle Football Can Lead to Brain Disease Later

As more information came to light regarding the connection between Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) and football, players, doctors, and managers started advocating for better and safer play. Though the NFL itself has been slow in responding (slow being the polite word), more and more people are coming around to the side of these players. Attendance has gone down at games, and a growing contingent of parents and schools have shifted [...]

May 7, 2018

Steve Crandall Explored the Pros and Cons of Social Media on Juries at the 2018 OAJ Convention

By Crandall & Pera Law|May 7th, 2018|Medical Malpractice|Comments Off on 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 from throughout the state. This year’s speeches (once again) stole the show, and Steve Crandall’s [...]

Apr 30, 2018

What is the Difference Between a Birth Injury and a Birth Defect?

By Crandall & Pera Law|April 30th, 2018|Birth Injury|Comments Off on What 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 your child is not, in fact, healthy. And you want and need answers. What went [...]

Apr 26, 2018

Marc Pera Secures $515,000 Verdict against General Surgeon in Cincinnati

By Crandall & Pera Law|April 26th, 2018|Medical Malpractice|Comments Off on Marc 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 going to trial, the defense offered our client nothing. The case itself was simple. Ms. [...]

Apr 23, 2018

Can Medical Marijuana Ease the Opioid Epidemic?

By Crandall & Pera Law|April 23rd, 2018|Dangerous Drugs|Comments Off on Can 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 actually encourage opioid use and possibly make the epidemic worse. Let's take a look at [...]

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$10 Million Verdict, Josh Terry V. Dr. Ernest Lindell, Toledo, Ohio

Josh was only a teenager when he was paralyzed by a surgeon who negligently plunged an instrument he was using...

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Josh was only a teenager when he was paralyzed by a surgeon who negligently plunged an instrument he was using into Josh’s spinal cord, causing permanent damage. Despite the obvious negligence, Dr. Lindell’s insurance company, ProAssurance, denied his claim and fought the case for many years by delaying the case and hiring lawyers to take the case to trial. Thankfully a Jury found in favor of Josh, and his mom and dad, providing the family the largest verdict in Lucas County history. Josh has used this compensation for education, equipment and housing better equipped for his paralysis and future medical care, including research and care into curing his paralysis.

https://www.injuryverdicts.com/testimonials/10-million-verdict-josh-terry-v-dr-ernest-lindell-toledo-ohio-2/

$8.5 Million Settlement with Ohio Hospital

A 10-year-old girl was diagnosed with a stomach virus when she really had an appendicitis. She was hospitalized for 4...

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2017-08-17T19:22:59+00:00

A 10-year-old girl was diagnosed with a stomach virus when she really had an appendicitis. She was hospitalized for 4 days where no radiology studies or lab work was done to identify the problem. Her parents kept complaining of her declining health until she arrested from her infection spreading throughout her body. This arrest left her brain damaged and unable to speak, feed herself or take care of herself in any way. The settlement enabled her family to take her home, equip a special house for her needs and provide her with nursing care and future medical care. The family has also invested in unique medical therapy including hyperbaric oxygen chamber therapy and potentially stem cell therapy.

https://www.injuryverdicts.com/testimonials/8-5-million-settlement-ohio-hospital/

$7.7 Million Verdict, Dr. Xiao Di And Nan Qiao V. Cleveland Clinic Foundation And Dr. Andrew Esposito, Cleveland, Ohio

This case involved negligent actions during a medical procedure that left Dr. Di, a neurosurgeon formerly employed by the Cleveland...

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2017-08-17T19:22:36+00:00

This case involved negligent actions during a medical procedure that left Dr. Di, a neurosurgeon formerly employed by the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, no longer able to operate. Back on Feb. 12, 2010, Dr. Di was performing surgery when he injured his left eye. Subsequent to that work-related injury, he underwent surgery to have his eye repaired. During that procedure, a hole was torn in Dr. Di’s iris and his left pupil was destroyed due to the negligent actions of Dr. Esposito and the Cleveland Clinic Foundation medical team. After a 2 ½ week trial, the jury awarded $7.7 million for the doctor’s pain and suffering, loss of consortium and to replace prior and future lost wages. Learn more about this verdict.

https://www.injuryverdicts.com/testimonials/7-7-million-verdict-dr-xiao-di-nan-qiao-v-cleveland-clinic-foundation-dr-andrew-esposito-cleveland-ohio/

$5.5 Million Truck Accident Settlement in Cleveland

An energetic and sweet married woman was on her way to a fitness center during her lunch hour from work...

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2017-08-17T19:23:22+00:00

An energetic and sweet married woman was on her way to a fitness center during her lunch hour from work when she was broadsided by an 18-wheel truck which had run a red light. While she broke many bones in her body the impact caused a traumatic and force fueled injury to her brain. This injury was particularly disturbing as she was able to talk and, at times, seemed normal. However, the brain injury made it so she was unable to remember conversations or be able to independently function to take care of herself or others. The settlement allowed her to obtain brain injury therapy that was cutting edge at the time and resulted in some improvement. Unfortunately, she is still unable to take care of herself, however a Trust set up to care for her has provided equipment and housing modifications.

https://www.injuryverdicts.com/testimonials/5-5-million-truck-accident-settlement-cleveland/

"The first time we met Steve Crandall was at a very traumatic and difficult time. My family, the community and...

~ Belinda Pope

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~ Belinda Pope

"The first time we met Steve Crandall was at a very traumatic and difficult time. My family, the community and I were all grieving the death of my sister. Steve was very comforting and reassuring. He came to Toledo and met with our entire family. During that meeting he gave us great confidence and was very interested in my sister and her life. Steve was thorough throughout the entire process and became like a friend of our family. A lot of great things have happened since he resolved the case that has given us peace and a sense of victory. Steve was our champion and helped us to be heard. We would highly recommend Steve to others and have referred many people to him since."

https://www.injuryverdicts.com/testimonials/belinda-pope/

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