When action or inaction by the state of Ohio is partially responsible for the wrongful death of an individual, the state, like a person or a business, can be held legally liable in court. Many instances where the state is brought to court over a wrongful death involve situations where a state agency or institution was responsible for maintaining the wellbeing of those it cared for, but negligently overlooked mandated safety requirements. According to data collected on these cases, the state of Ohio has paid out nearly $13.9 million in wrongful death lawsuits over the past decade.
Safety board recommends truck regulations
Ohio, perhaps more than some other states throughout the country, regularly sees commercial trucks of all varieties making use of its roads. This means that passenger cars are often put in the situation of driving alongside straight trucks and tractor-trailers, posing a potentially dangerous situation. The presence of commercial trucks require that additional safety precautions be taken to ensure drivers' safety, but the National Transportation Safety Board says that not enough is being done.
Distracted driving may be cause of fatal I-76 accident
Many drivers understand that drinking and driving can be a fatal mistaken and plan appropriately. However, these are not the only types of poor decisions which can lead to tragic car accidents. Some Ohioans may not know, but even small and momentary mistakes can oftentimes have fatal results. A recent car accident in Jackson Township shows just how dangerous a distracted driver can be, even if only for even a couple of seconds.
Zanesville man may receive $4 million for wife's wrongful death
A man from Zanesville, Ohio may be awarded nearly $4 million as a result of the wrongful death of his wife in 2008. These serve as compensation for both economic damages, such as medical bills and funeral costs, as well as noneconomic damages such as pain and suffering and loss of companionship. Additionally, a portion of the funds serves as payment for the lost wages and benefits of the deceased.