Texting and driving might be a serious offense, but countless motorists still use their phones from behind the wheel. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 3,000 people are killed—and many more injured—in accidents involving distracted drivers every year. Were you hurt in an accident involving one of these reckless motorists? You… Read More
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What should I do if I’m attacked by someone’s dog?
Here are six steps you should take if you are bitten by someone’s dog in Ohio. If you are a dog lover, there are times when you might want to go up to and greet a cute dog playing or just happily walking down the sidewalk with its owner. While a dog might appear… Read More
Three Social Media Mistakes to Avoid after a Car Accident
Social media has changed the way we communicate, shifting meetings, deep conversations, and even dates into the digital space. With millions of new posts, tweets, and pictures uploaded to the internet every day, this hotbed of information has become a goldmine for insurers on the hunt for evidence to dispute car accident claims. If… Read More
How Soon After a Car Accident Should I Call a Lawyer?
Car accidents might happen every day, but the consequences of a serious wreck are far from ordinary. Victims often suffer catastrophic injuries with life-altering implications and are straddled with a small fortune in medical bills, lost income, and other losses. If you were hurt in a collision on the road, you may be wondering when… Read More
March 30, 2022 is an Important Day for Ohioans and Our Right to Justice! #JusticeforAmanda
Tort “Deform” Must Go. #JusticeforAmanda On March 30, 2022, at 9:00AM the Ohio Supreme Court will hear arguments on the matter of Amanda Brandt. Amanda was only 11 years old when was was repeatedly raped and sexually and mentally abused by her best friend’s father, Roy Pompa. Mr. Pompa has been charged with drugging and… Read More
What Evidence Should I Gather After a Car Accident?
What Evidence Should I Gather After a Car Accident? Building a strong car accident claim is like constructing a sturdy house: You will always need to start with a strong foundation. In personal injury law, that foundation consists of convincing evidence that will help you prove liability, causation, and damages. To gather the necessary… Read More
The Courts Are Opening! Attorneys Alexander Pal and Joseph Darwal Obtain Six-Figure Verdict Against At-Fault Driver
We Have Missed the Courtroom. Did It Miss Us Too??? After two years of delays, we are pleased to announce that the jury trial IS BACK! Courts all over the State of Ohio have started to open their doors again to civil cases which have been, for the most part, in a holding pattern waiting… Read More
Delivering food or groceries on the side? Your auto-insurance may not cover you in a collision!
Car Accidents with Delivery Drivers or Ride Share Drivers like Uber, Lyft, GrubHub and DoorDash. Are you covered if you are a driver? We all love things delivered to us quickly. It’s the new way of the world. Groceries, lunch and dinner arrive at our door in a flash. As such, many opportunities exist for… Read More
COVID-19 UPDATE: WE ARE STILL HERE FOR YOU
Dear Clients and Friends: Despite the uncertain and stressful time that we are all experiencing with the COVID-19 Pandemic, Obral, Silk & Pal, LLC remains open for you. We will continue to fight for injured Ohioans throughout this difficult time. We understand what you are going through, as we are going through it with you…. Read More
“But I have full coverage!”
One of the most frustrating things that personal injury trial lawyers hear from their clients is “But I have full coverage!” Full coverage does not mean that you or your family are protected from the ramifications of being injured by the negligence of another. All full coverage means is that you have “Collision” and most… Read More
