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If you’ve been injured in an accident in Columbus, a personal injury lawyer can help you recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Whether it’s a car crash, slip and fall, or workplace injury, an experienced Columbus personal injury lawyer understands Ohio law and how to protect your rights.
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If you were injured in an accident in Columbus that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you may have suffered significant economic and non-economic losses. Gervelis Law Firm is prepared to advocate for your right to fair monetary recovery. From car crashes and bicycle accidents to slip and falls and malpractice, we handle a broad scope of personal injury matters in Franklin County.
While you focus on your recovery, we can negotiate with the insurance company and develop a solid strategy to help you obtain the maximum compensation you’re entitled to by law. Our Columbus personal injury lawyers can give you a free case evaluation virtually or in person at our Dublin Road office at 1335 Dublin Rd #212D, Columbus, OH 43215 in Columbus.
Our firm represents accident victims for a wide range of personal injury matters, including:
We also have the experience to handle complex cases that involve intricate issues of liability, such as:
Regardless of how complicated your case is, we have the resources and skills necessary to protect your rights.
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At Gervelis Law Firm, we have what it takes to advocate for our clients in all manner of personal injury cases. Our firm is uniquely connected to our community, and we understand that the people we serve are our friends and neighbors, not just case numbers. Our founding attorney, Board-Certified Civil Trial Lawyer Mark S. Gervelis, and the rest of the team approach each case with the empathy, compassion, and attention our clients deserve.
Our Columbus personal injury lawyer team is committed to helping accident victims in the community obtain the justice they deserve. Due to our local knowledge, vast experience, and client-centric approach, we have earned a strong reputation in Columbus and Franklin County.
Our lawyers have decades of experience handling personal injury matters in Ohio and a long-standing reputation across the state among our clients and colleagues. We have the local knowledge needed to effectively advocate for your rights. Whether you were in a collision on the I-71 or I-270, struck by a vehicle while walking through your neighborhood, or hurt in a slip and fall accident, we will aggressively advocate on your behalf.
We are deeply familiar with the Columbus legal landscape, the Franklin County courts, and local judges. Our lawyers also regularly communicate with the local insurance adjusters and know the tactics they use in Columbus-area claims.
“Rush hour in Columbus could be a real nightmare and crashes happen all the time there. Vehicles move so quickly. We’ve had a number of accidents where the person does not stop, they just continue with traffic and my clients are stuck with dealing with the damage to their vehicle and their injuries. Unidentified driver hits in Columbus are very common, and we’re prepared to deal with them at Gervelis Law.” – Attorney David Tschantz
We offer personalized time and attention to every client, handle each case directly, and prioritize communicatio
“We’re here for you. I will take care of the property damage. I will find out what your vehicle is worth. I will find out you where the vehicles are, I will negotiate with your insurance carrier to get you a fair amount for that vehicle. I will also make any referrals, if you need, for any provider or anything. I always ask the folks and my goal is, our goal is, when we end the first phone conversation you have no question, you have none. I will stay on the phone even if it’s only supposed to be a 10, 15, or 30-minute phone call. I’ve been on the phone for well over an hour with people – got to put them in ease that’s my goal. If I can have you saying wow, you made me feel a lot better this early in the case, I’ve accomplished what I’ve set out to do.” – Investigator Frank Bennett
We work on a contingency basis. That means there are no upfront costs to retain us. You don’t pay any fees unless we are successful in your case.
With a proven track record, we work diligently to achieve the results you need to move forward. Some of our recent notable results include:
*Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different and must be evaluated on its own merits.
Car accidents are relatively common everywhere in the United States because of how ubiquitous car travel is in modern life. In 2025 alone, there were 24,936 car accidents reported in Franklin County. Of those, 514 resulted in serious injuries. There are several especially dangerous places in the Columbus area in terms of crash numbers, including Interstates 70 and 71, as well as closely-packed downtown roads such as High Street and Broad Street.
After suffering an accident-related injury, you may be feeling stressed and overwhelmed about what to do next. Here are some basic steps to take after an accident to protect your safety and rights:
Taking legal action quickly can strengthen your claim and help you avoid any potential pitfalls. It can also prevent evidence from being lost over time or destroyed.
For any accident that required police presence and documentation, the police prepare and publish a full police report with important details regarding the incident. In some cases, it may be helpful for injury victims to obtain a copy of the police report to substantiate their claims about the circumstances of the accident and their injuries.
Police reports are housed online, and most can be accessed through the Ohio Department of Public Safety website. If you are unable to find a specific police report through the online database, or if you need an official copy for documentation purposes, you can submit a request form to the Columbus Police Department.
Any time you have been involved in an accident, whether it is a car crash, a premises liability incident, or a case of medical malpractice, it is a good idea to hire a personal injury lawyer at your earliest convenience. In the immediate aftermath of any such accident, it is likely that the liable party’s insurance company will contact you with a settlement offer.
These initial settlement offers are almost always significantly lower than the amount of compensation you need to offset your financial losses associated with medical bills and lost wages. Although the insurance adjuster contacting you may seem sympathetic to your situation and may express concern for your well-being, it is important to remember that insurance companies are businesses with the main goal of making money, not losing it.
Your attorney can help you by communicating with the insurance company on your behalf and negotiating for a satisfactory settlement. In some cases, the involvement of an attorney is all it takes to persuade an insurance company to offer adequate compensation. In other cases, it is still not possible to reach an agreement for an acceptable insurance payout.
When your lawyer cannot make further progress with the insurance company, it may be time to file a personal injury claim against the insurance company, the liable parties in your accident, or both. Your attorney can handle the actual filing of your case, likely through the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, and can participate in negotiation discussions on your behalf. Most personal injury cases settle during the negotiation period, but some require litigation.
Under Ohio law, you generally have two years to file a personal injury claim. The statute of limitations begins running on the date the accident occurred. If you miss this legal deadline, your claim may be permanently barred, and you would lose your right to recover compensation, regardless of the strength of your case.
Although you may have two years to take legal action, it is advised not to wait. Over time, evidence can disappear, and witness memories may fade. While insurance companies might intentionally cause delays in settling your claim, an experienced lawyer can strive to protect your rights and help you navigate the legal process.
We practice regularly in the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas and have extensive knowledge of the procedures and timelines applicable in personal injury matters.
There are several possible exceptions to the statute of limitations:
The facts of every case are unique, but do not rely on an exception to the statute of limitations. A personal injury lawyer can advise you whether an exception applies in your case.
An accident victim who suffered injuries due to someone else’s negligence may be entitled to recover a variety of economic and non-economic damages. While economic damages compensate for your financial losses, non-economic damages address your pain and suffering.
By filing a personal injury lawsuit, you may be eligible to recover compensation for your:
Many factors can impact the amount of compensation you receive for your injuries in a personal injury action. Specifically, the value of your case can depend upon liability, the severity of your injuries, the extent of your medical treatment, and the defendant’s insurance policy limits.
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Every state has its own laws regarding personal injury claims and potential settlements. In Ohio, there are two that are particularly notable. These are the comparative negligence law and the statute that puts a cap on non-economic damages in personal injury cases.
Ohio’s comparative negligence law allows injury victims to pursue compensation through a personal injury action even if they were partially responsible for the accident that caused their injuries. Under this statute, plaintiffs in these cases may only take action if their liability does not exceed the liability of the defendant. Furthermore, a plaintiff’s awarded damages are likely to be reduced according to the plaintiff’s percentage of responsibility for the accident.
The law that limits non-economic damages in personal injury cases specifically states that there is no limit on economic damages. However, the limit on noneconomic damages is either $250,000 or three times the total of the economic damages. This means that an injury victim’s total compensation for pain and suffering, mental anguish, or other damages that do not directly correlate with financial losses cannot exceed this limit.
Ohio also has a law that governs punitive damages in personal injury cases. Punitive damages may be awarded in situations where a liable party’s conduct was especially egregious, such as in cases of fraud or intentional harm to a victim. The provisions of this statute are specific to several possible defendant identities.
For example, if the defendant in a personal injury case is an individual person or a small business, punitive damages cannot exceed $350,000, 10% of the individual’s or business’s net worth, or twice the amount of the awarded compensatory damages, whichever is less.
Many variables can come into play when valuing a personal injury case. However, there are a few things you can do to help you seek your settlement amount:
A Columbus personal injury attorney can advise you regarding the steps you can take to get the settlement you deserve based on the facts of your case.
When your attorney files your initial personal injury claim, they will file the claim with the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas. After the initial filing, there is a discovery period, which gives both the plaintiff and the defendant time to work with their respective legal counsel to gather evidence and information regarding the case.
Discovery items may include photos, videos, witness statements, medical records, police reports, and any other documentation related to the injury.
After the discovery period has concluded, both parties in the case have a chance to meet and negotiate toward a fair settlement, with all parties privy to all of the relevant case information. This is often the concluding step in personal injury cases, especially when a defendant and their legal counsel can clearly see that a plaintiff has a well-supported and legitimate case that is likely to result in a ruling in the defendant’s favor.
If no settlement can be reached during the negotiation phase, the case moves to a trial phase. In the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, most personal injury cases involve jury trials with a judge, much like criminal cases. The trial itself is likely to resemble a criminal trial as well, with both sides giving opening statements, rebuttals, and concluding statements, with the opportunity to call witnesses to support their respective cases.
At the conclusion of the trial, the jury makes a decision regarding liability in the case, and the judge awards damages accordingly. Trials for personal injury cases can be high-stakes because the judge and jury’s decision is final and binding. It is imperative that personal injury victims have competent legal representation during these proceedings.
It is possible for either the defendant or the plaintiff to appeal a decision made in a personal injury case. If an appeal is necessary for any reason, it will be handled by the Tenth District Court of Appeals, and a competent attorney should be able to help you navigate that process, as well.
At Gervelis Law Firm, we have extensive experience litigating personal injury cases in the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas. We are familiar with the court’s process, the judges who preside there, and what it takes to convince a jury of the justice of compensation for our clients.
“The thing not to do is delay three weeks before going to an emergency room, not follow up and keep your physical therapy appointments, skip your chiropractor visits, or blow off a referral to a specialist. Each of those things will help you maximize your recovery. Go to an emergency room—because if you really are injured in an accident, you need to have it documented. Documentation is what an insurance company needs to evaluate your claim.” – Attorney Mark S. Gervelis
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A: Most personal injury cases are resolved outside the courtroom through vigorous negotiations with the insurance company. However, if the insurance company refuses to settle for a fair amount, it may be necessary to bring your case to trial to get appropriate compensation. Your attorney can provide some insight into the likelihood of your specific case going to trial.
A: The amount an injury is worth depends upon a number of factors. Compensation is determined by the extent of your financial losses, the nature and severity of your injuries, and whether you were partly to blame for the accident. A personal injury lawyer can assess the value of your claim based on the specific facts and circumstances.
A: Because of the many variables involved, the time it takes to resolve every personal injury matter is different. The length of time the process can take largely depends upon the complexity of the case, the extent of your injuries, and the insurance company’s willingness to settle for a fair amount.
A: If a personal injury victim requires long-term medical care, including things like home medical equipment, home health services, or residency in a care facility, a personal injury compensation package should take these needs into account. Attorneys can work with victims and their families to project the potential costs of these needs and figure them into the settlement amount.
If you were hurt in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, carelessness, or recklessness, the Columbus personal injury lawyer team at Gervelis Law Firm is here to help. By taking quick action, you can preserve the evidence in your case and improve your chances of a successful outcome.
Serving all of Columbus, including Clintonville, Bexley, German Village, and Short North, we offer a free consultation, so you don’t pay any fees unless we are successful your case. Contact us online or call 330-533-6565 to learn how we can assist you.
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