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Fatal traffic crashes in the City of Cleveland jumped more than 70 percent in two years — from 43 in 2022 to 75 in 2024 — according to Bike Cleveland's 2024 report compiled from ODOT data. Cuyahoga County led all Ohio counties in fatal crashes in 2024 according to Ohio State Highway Patrol data. Beyond car accidents, thousands of Clevelanders are hurt every year in slip and falls, workplace accidents, and medical negligence at facilities across Cuyahoga County. Insurance companies count on you not knowing your rights. TopDog fights to get you every dollar you deserve.
Our office is on East 9th Street in downtown Cleveland — steps from where the city's most underserved communities begin to the east. Glenville, Hough, Central, Mount Pleasant, and Collinwood are among the Cleveland neighborhoods where traffic violence and workplace injuries fall hardest. Cleveland MetroHealth Medical Center and University Hospitals serve the communities where our clients live and where serious injuries bring people for care. Ward 3 — including parts of Tremont and Ohio City — recorded the highest number of crashes in 2024. Ward 6, which includes the Buckeye neighborhood, recorded eight crashes involving children. Those accidents cause real damage to Cleveland families and we fight to get injured people the care and money they deserve.
Insurance companies operating across Cuyahoga County, Lake County, and Lorain County often use delay, deny, and lowball tactics against Cleveland families who are already stretched thin. Ohio law does not cap pain and suffering in personal injury cases — but that only matters if someone is fighting to enforce your rights. We know how to leverage the justice system in Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court to fight back for what you may be owed.
IMPORTANT OHIO LEGAL INFORMATION
Statute of Limitations: 2 years from date of injury for most personal injury claims. Wrongful death: 2 years from date of death. Medical malpractice: 1 year from the act or discovery.
At-Fault State: Ohio is an at-fault state. The at-fault driver's liability insurance covers your damages.
Comparative Fault: Modified comparative fault at 51% bar. Recover if 50% or less at fault. More than 51% at fault — no recovery.
Government Entity: Claims against RTA, City of Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, or the state require compliance with Ohio Revised Code notice requirements. Act immediately.
Insurance Minimums: $25,000 per person / $50,000 per accident minimum bodily injury liability.
This is a brief summary of commonly applied laws in the jurisdiction. There are often different laws that apply to different circumstances. Once you hire TopDog, your attorney will advise you on the applicable laws.
Insurance companies may make early low offers because they count on most people not knowing what their case is actually worth under Ohio law. They delay, deny, and lowball — counting on financial pressure to push you into a quick settlement. Ohio has no cap on pain and suffering in personal injury cases. TopDog Law and its co-counsel fight for the full recovery.
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Recoveries by TopDog Law and its co-counsel. Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes in your case.
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Call us or fill out our form — getting started takes about 5 minutes. Tell us what happened. We'll review your information and get back to you fast to discuss your case. No pressure.
Get medical attention and document everything — your health comes first. Keep records of every doctor visit, every bill, every day you missed work or could not do what you normally do.
Do not talk to insurance without us. They may use delay, deny, and lowball tactics from the moment you pick up the phone. Anything you say can be used to reduce what you are owed. Let TopDog handle them.
Time Is Critical
In Ohio you have 2 years to file a personal injury lawsuit. The clock is already running. This is a general summary — deadlines vary. Contact TopDog Law to confirm what may apply in your situation.
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Severe head trauma requiring long-term rehabilitation and care.
Injuries to the spine that can result in paralysis or chronic pain.
Third-degree burns requiring extensive medical treatment and skin grafting.
Loss of limbs requiring prosthetics, rehabilitation, and lifelong care.
Complete or partial loss of movement and sensation affecting daily life permanently.
Injuries to vital organs requiring surgery and ongoing medical care.
Life-altering injuries that prevent a return to normal work or daily activity.
When a loved one's life is taken due to someone else's negligence.
We don't just talk tough. We deliver results. Every single day, we're fighting insurance companies who want to pay you nothing. We know their tactics. We know their lawyers. And we know how to win.
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