Michigan No-Fault

The Michigan Supreme Court reversed its 2004 Kreiner decision on July 31, 2010 in McCormick v. Carrier. The new decision re-opens the door to third party tort claims for persons suffering serious impairment of bodily function, death, or permanent serious disfigurement as a result of motor vehicle accidents. The McCormick decision applies a plain reading of the No-Fault statute which replaces the nearly impossible burden of proof required under Kreiner. If you were injured in a Michigan accident, you may have a claim for damages above and beyond the No-Fault PIP benefits. Cubbon & Associates has attorneys who are licensed to and do practice law in Michigan - give us a call and we can assist you
in sorting through your options.

Ohio Supreme Court

The attorneys at Cubbon & Associates support Mary Jane Trapp and Eric Brown for the Ohio Supreme Court. For more information, please follow the provided links.

Helpful Publications

The Ohio Attorney General has posted a number of helpful articles. Topics include: Ohio Sunshine laws, Quick Tips for Consumer Scams, foreclosure information, identity theft, and many other, helpful subjects. Check it out at: http://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/

Ten Worst Insurance Companies

The American Association for Justice researched thousands of records and documents in order to identify the ten worst Insurance companies in America.

DOG BITE LAW

Recently, dogs have been in the local news quite a bit. Coincidently, the Ohio Supreme Court issued a case, on January 6, 2010, clarifying the law regarding dog owners liability to persons bitten by dogs.

Attorney Disciplinary System

Jim Yavorcik, in his position as president of the Toledo Bar Association, posted the following letter to the Editor of the Toledo Blade. Jim addresses the matter of attorney discipline, a matter taken very seriously by all lawyers and in particular, those at Cubbon and Associates.

YAVORCIK ELECTED AS TBA PRESIDENT

Summer Safety

The American Academy of Pediatrics promotes Summer Safety Tips for all children. Having seen the long-term consquences of unsafe practice involving children, we at Cubbon & Associates strongly support safe practices.

Swine Flu

The current swine flu pandemic is scary. Here is a valuable site to learn more: http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/swineflu_you.htm

A GOOD BILL

Proposed Ohio House Bill 23 is long overdue and worthy of hearty support. This bill, if passed, will increase state mandated automobile insurance liability limits from the current, inadequate amounts to more reasonable numbers.

LICENSE EXPIRED?

An expired driver's license could eliminate automobile insurance coverage.

www.ourcourts.org

Learning about the three branches - executive, legislative and judicial - of government just became fun.

Medical Mapractice Report

The Ohio Medical Professional Liability Closed Claim Report provides interesting information that impacts review of medical malpractice claims.

Lucas County Court Costs Go Up

Effective February 15, 2009, the cost for filing a civil lawsuit in the Lucas County Court of Commom Pleas will increase to $275.00

Foreclosure Help

Ohio is responding to the foreclosure crisis.

Free Cosmetics

Starting January 20, 2008 and lasting seven days or until supplies run out, many stores will be distributing free make-up

Peanut Butter Scare

Many wonder if the peanut butter in their kitchen is safe in light of the recent Salmonella Typhimurium Outbreak.

Bar Association Involvement

The attorneys at Cubbon & Associates are strong supporters of the Toledo Bar Association.

Governmental Benefits

Times are tough. People are out of work and the prospect of finding a good-paying job is low. www.govbenefits.gov may offer some help. This site directs users to benefit programs that may be available assuming eligibility. A short, confidential questionnaire allows for a customized list of benefits selected from over 1000 governmental programs.

Fresh New Web Site Launched

Cubbon & Associates begins the New Year with a new look! We have redesigned our web site and business papers to reflect our commitment to staying fresh, up-to-date and accessible. We want to make it easy for our clients to reach us, says Stu Cubbon. With a click, or two, clients can e-mail us, grab our telephone number, find a map to our office, learn about personal injury law or seek a consultation.

Hutchings v. Childress

Often, our clients ask us about consortium. They wonder what it is and if it applies to their case.

Consortium is a claim a person may have when his or her spouse is injured. (Parental consortium sis also recognized in Ohio but is not the subject of this essay.)

Upgraded Telephone System Installed

In December 2008, Cubbon & Associates installed a new telephone system.