Attorney review: Jami S. Oliver, Founder. Admitted in Ohio, 1993.* About Jami
Oliver Law Office is a woman-led personal injury firm with locations in Dublin and Columbus, Ohio.*
Dealing with a serious injury is never a positive experience.*
When someone else’s carelessness caused your injury, it adds another layer of hurt. Being left to handle the financial, physical and mental toll is an insult.*
What can a personal injury lawyer do for you?
If someone else’s actions injured you, a personal injury attorney may be able to pursue the at-fault person or organization for monetary compensation.*
Of course, this doesn’t erase your injury. But when you hire a personal injury attorney in Columbus, OH, you can begin to get your life back.*
Here’s what you need to know about personal injury cases in Columbus.
Who can file a personal injury claim in Ohio?
You may have a valid claim if someone else’s negligence injured you.*
In Columbus, personal injury lawsuits are handled by the Civil Department of the Municipal Court Clerk’s Office of Franklin County.
Before filing a claim on your behalf, your lawyer must be able to prove four things.*
The other party had a duty of care
A duty of care means the other party had a duty to act in a way that would prevent injury to you. Some common examples:*
- Other drivers have a duty to obey traffic laws.
- Dog owners must contain their animals or prevent them from biting.
- Manufacturers have a duty to make sure their products aren’t dangerous.
- Business owners have a duty to keep their locations safe for visitors.
Duty of care can be hard to determine, but you don’t have to prove it yourself. At your consultation, an attorney can review your case and tell you whether the other party had a duty of care to you.*
They breached that duty
A breach means the other party didn’t act according to that duty of care. For instance, a driver who is intoxicated and speeding down I-70 is not exercising due care to others on the road.*
That breach caused your injuries
Your lawyer must prove that the other person’s actions resulted in your injury. Say a dog has a history of biting people, the owner doesn’t contain it, and it bites you when you visit.*
In that case, the owner’s breach of their duty of care directly resulted in your injury.*
You suffered damages from that injury
Damages are the losses you suffer because of the injury, and your lawyer must prove them. Some examples of losses:*
- Medical bills.
- Loss of future earning potential.
- Property damage.
- Loss of quality of life.
In cases where the other party’s actions were especially negligent or reckless, a judge may award punitive damages (on the State of Ohio site). That means the other person is ordered to pay additional compensation because of their conduct.
What types of personal injury cases does Oliver Law Office handle?
Oliver Law Office represents clients in car accidents, traumatic brain injuries, wrongful death, spinal cord injuries, dog bites, truck accidents, rideshare accidents, delivery driver negligence and other serious injury cases.*
Personal injury is a broad category of law. People looking for a Columbus work accident lawyer, a car accident lawyer or a dog bite lawyer often need a personal injury attorney. These are some of the cases we can help you with:*
Car accidents
Car accidents are among the most common personal injury cases in Ohio. Other drivers are often at fault, but other parties can be at fault too. These include government organizations that maintain roads and road signs, trucking companies and road work crews.*
Workplace injuries
You should contact a workers’ comp lawyer if you are hurt at work. Columbus, OH, has a workers’ compensation system designed to compensate you for workplace injuries that were genuine accidents. If your injury was a direct result of your employer’s negligence, you may also be able to file a personal injury claim.
Say you trip and fall on the stairs at work. A workers’ compensation claim would likely cover your injuries, and a Columbus workers’ compensation lawyer may be able to help if your claim is denied.*
Now suppose your employer fails to repair a broken step, and you’re hurt when you fall through it. Then you may be able to file a personal injury claim with the help of a Columbus work injury lawyer.*
Product liability cases
Manufacturers are responsible for ensuring their products are free from dangerous defects. If a particular product injures you, the manufacturer might be liable for any damages you suffer.
Dog bites
Dogs may be man’s best friend, but some dogs bite, and it’s up to owners to stop them from biting visitors and the general public. Even “minor” dog bites can lead to serious medical complications, and negligent owners should be held accountable.
Nursing home negligence
We trust nursing homes to take care of vulnerable older populations. However, some nursing homes and individual caretakers neglect their duties, causing substantial medical issues. If a negligent nursing home has harmed your loved one, we can help.
Premises liability
These are often called “slip and fall” cases. A property owner must maintain a safe environment for visitors on public property, customers at a business and guests on private property. If hazardous conditions injure you, a Greater Columbus personal injury lawyer may be able to help you recover compensation.*
Wrongful death
If a loved one died in an accident caused by someone’s wrongful action or negligence, you may have the right to file a wrongful death claim.
What if you were partly at fault for your injury in Ohio?
Under Ohio’s modified comparative fault law, you can recover compensation even if you were partially responsible for an accident, as long as you were 50% or less at fault. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are 51% or more at fault, you cannot recover damages.
This law is why Ohio is known as a “comparative negligence” state. In many personal injury cases, neither party is 100% at fault.*
For example, a negligent person could badly injure you in a car accident, but your injuries were made worse because you were speeding. In that situation, you may be considered partially at fault.*
Here’s an example. Imagine you were involved in a car accident, and you were determined to be 40% at fault.
A court awards you $100,000, which is reduced by 40%. As a result, your total award will be $60,000 instead of $100,000.
How much does it cost to hire a Central Ohio personal injury lawyer?
At Oliver Law Office, injury and death cases are handled on a contingency fee basis: you pay nothing unless we win your case.*
Sadly, many injured people miss out on the legal representation they deserve because they believe it’s too expensive.
A contingency fee means that you pay nothing unless you win your case. If you win, your lawyer is paid a portion of the money you’re awarded.*
Your initial consultation with an injury attorney is free of charge. If we take your case, we will discuss the details of the contingency fee agreement with you during your consultation.
What results has Oliver Law Office obtained for injured clients?
These are four of the firm’s results.*
$5M
Settlement arising out of a death of a pedestrian by a distracted driver
$4.3M
Verdict for motorcycle product defect resulting in death
$2.5M
Judgment for automobile striking a bicyclist resulting in death
$925K
Verdict for work site related equipment injury resulting in serious orthopedic injuries
Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different.*
“My experience with the Oliver Law Office, from start to finish, was excellent.”
How long has Oliver Law Office helped injured people in Ohio?
Oliver Law Office has been advocating for injured people in Ohio since 2000.
We are a woman-led firm, and founder Jami S. Oliver was named 2027 “Lawyer of the Year” for Medical Malpractice Law, Plaintiffs, in Columbus, OH, by Best Lawyers in America, after her 2024 “Lawyer of the Year” for Product Liability Litigation, Plaintiffs, in Columbus.* Whether you’re looking for an Ohio workplace injury lawyer or a lawyer who handles other kinds of personal injuries, we can help.
If you’re suffering after a serious injury and don’t know where to turn, call us at 614.220.9100. You can also reach us through our online contact form. Let’s see what we can accomplish together.*
Who will handle my case at Oliver Law Office?
Your case is handled by attorneys Jami S. Oliver and Brian Noethlich, with a team that includes an intake manager, a senior paralegal and a law clerk.*
- Brian Noethlich, Attorney. J.D., The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.* Recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, Personal Injury Litigation, Plaintiffs; Product Liability Litigation, Plaintiffs.
- Angi Rider, Senior Paralegal. Over 10 years of experience in the personal injury field.*
- Doug Stonerock, Intake Manager. A retired law enforcement officer with over 33 years of service.*
- Saige Thurlow, Law Clerk. A second-year law student at The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.*
Recognition for Jami S. Oliver: Wiedemann & Wysocki Award (2026), American Association for Justice; Top 100 Attorneys, Ohio Top 50 Women, Columbus Top 50 Attorneys (2026), Ohio Super Lawyers.
Practice areas
Personal Injury
- Bicycle Accidents
- Burn Injury
- Car Accidents
- Children’s Injuries
- Dog Bites
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Premises Liability
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Brain Injury
- Truck Accidents
- Uber & Lyft Accidents
- Ohio FedEx Truck Accident
- Wrongful Death
What else do people ask about personal injury cases in Ohio?
How do I know if I have a personal injury case?
If you were injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may have a valid claim. We offer free consultations to evaluate your injury or death case.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Ohio?
Ohio’s statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is two years from the date of the injury. Acting quickly can protect your rights.
What compensation can I recover in a personal injury case?
You may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and future care needs, depending on your case.
Will my personal injury case go to court?
Many cases settle out of court. If a fair settlement isn’t offered, Oliver Law Office is fully prepared to take your case to trial.*
How long does a personal injury case take?
Each case is different. Some resolve in a few months. Others take longer, especially those involving litigation. We’ll keep you informed every step of the way.*
What should I have ready for my initial consultation?
Collect any medical records, police reports, insurance information, photographs, IDs, or documentation related to your injury or the incident.
Do I need a lawyer if the insurance company already offered a settlement?
Yes. Insurance companies often offer low-ball settlements. We can review the offer to ensure it covers the full extent of your damages before you sign anything.
