Does Medical Malpractice Occur at The Cleveland Clinic?

The Cleveland Clinic is one of the world’s most renowned hospitals. Recently, it was ranked Number 1 in the nation for heart care by U.S. News & World Report. This was the 22nd year in a row that The Clinic has received
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Can the use of Leading Questions of an Adverse Party be Prohibited in a Party's Case-in-Chief?

A trial court possesses discretion to determine whether to allow leading questions.  See Ramage v. Central Ohio Emergency Serv., Inc. (1992), 64 Ohio St.3d 97, 592 N.E.2d 828, paragraph three of the syllabus. Evid.R. 611 mandates that courts must “exercise reasonable control over
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Arguments Against the Enforceability of Ohio Arbitration Clauses

Many employers try to limit potential employees claims through the use of arbitration agreements.  Herein, you will find a few arguments against the enforceability of such arbitration clauses. 1.         The Arbitration Agreement lacks consideration. “Courts may not force parties to arbitrate disputes
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