Joseph W. Shea Law Blog

Quite simply, no. Often the first images that come to mind when hearing of a personal injury lawsuit are those depicting slip and fall injuries, an illness from using an unsafe product, the result of a medical procedure gone wrong, or injuries sustained in a vehicle or bike crash. Yet the umbrella of personal injury covers more than the physical variety.

Other types of injuries
Personal injury lawsuits also cover damage to the mind, emotions, and property.... Read More

Attorney Joseph W. Shea III is the founder and managing partner of Shea & Associates,  a team of Cincinnati lawyers that represents clients who suffered catastrophic injuries or the death of a loved one caused by negligence or medical malpractice. Mr. Shea has focused on helping injured people recover compensation for their losses since he graduated from Northern... Read More

To take on medical malpractice cases, lawyers must weigh the costs of preparing and pursuing the case against the potential recovery. Medical malpractice cases are costly to litigate. They require expert evaluation, testimony, and access to the extensive resources necessary to prove the case. Only cases involving serious injuries or death are generally viable enough to pursue. In addition, insurance companies vigorously defend against medical malpractice lawsuits.... Read More

Many cases can be settled between your lawyers and the medical professional’s insurance company outside of court. Evaluating your damages requires medical knowledge about the extent of injury and in some cases, costs for long-term care and estimates of lost future income. Before accepting a settlement offer, you should know whether the proposed compensation is adequate to meet your needs. Skilled Cincinnati malpractice lawyers have years of experience determining all costs involved and can... Read More

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