From 1953 to 1987, the water at the military base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina was contaminated. Military personnel and civilians that lived or worked in the camp were exposed to that contamination daily. It took decades for the contaminated water treatment plants and distribution systems to be cleansed. And […]
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Losing a loved one is difficult. But when another person’s negligence or recklessness caused their death, the situation becomes even more devastating. In Ohio, if someone loses their life as a result of another person or entity’s negligent actions, their loved ones have a right to seek justice. Below, we
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Akron, OH, June 16, 2022 — Slater & Zurz is pleased to announce the 5th Annual Slater & Zurz Scholarship Award winner. Slater & Zurz is an Ohio-based personal injury law firm with offices in Akron, Canton, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, and Toledo. Their experienced attorneys are dedicated to helping Ohio
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 2021 is the most devastating year for traffic deaths since 2005, with an astounding 10.5% increase. With 42,915 traffic fatalities on U.S. roadways, 2021 sets the record for the highest annual increase since record-keeping began back in 1975. Alarmingly, U.S. traffic fatalities
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Divorce is never an easy choice. Couples may repeatedly try to fix their problems and make their marriage work. But when those efforts are to no avail, divorce may be the only option. If you have come to the conclusion that ending your marriage is the only option, you might
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Bedsores are sadly a far too common occurrence in Ohio nursing homes. What makes pressure ulcers even more devastating is that they are highly preventable, often caused by poor facility practices or nursing home neglect. The Columbus nursing home abuse lawyers at Slater & Zurz are dedicated and relentless advocates
After a serious injury, you will face many important decisions. One of the most critical decisions is choosing the right attorney to represent you in your personal injury case. Knowing the decision can mean the difference between walking away empty-handed or securing maximum compensation for your losses can quickly make
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Grandparents often feel left behind when a divorce or custody case ensues. Being denied quality time with their grandchildren can be devastating, especially when they have always been an essential part of their lives or have had a significant role in raising them. The legal team at Slater & Zurz
It is a mother’s right to be allowed to develop and maintain a healthy, nurturing relationship with her child. A mother-child bond is essential to the health and well-being of a child and should be relentlessly protected. If you are going through a divorce or are an unmarried mother and
Fathers have the fundamental right to provide for their children’s care, custody, and management, but this right is not absolute. Children also have the right to a stable relationship with a person in a fatherly role. There are three primary ways for a father to establish paternity: A voluntary acknowledgment
