Susan Petersen Named to List of
Ohio’s Super Lawyers 2013.

Petersen & Petersen is proud to announce that Susan Petersen was selected as one of Ohio’s Super Lawyers for 2013. Only 5 percent of lawyers in the state are named to the Ohio Super Lawyers list. Inclusion is based upon considerable polling and peer evaluation efforts with detailed research that evaluates each candidate based on 12 indications of peer recognition and professional achievement. The process to be named to the Super Lawyers list involves checks and balances that produce a well-rounded and diverse listing of attorneys. There are a series of safeguards built into the database to prevent lawyers from campaigning their way onto the list or engaging in any sort of cooperative voting. The objective of Super Lawyers is to create a list that is useful to consumers of legal services and is a credible rating system to be used in choosing legal counsel. Inclusion on this list is not a guarantee of quality, but is one piece of information that consumers can consider when searching for a lawyer.

In the past, the lawyers of Petersen & Petersen were been named to the Ohio Super Lawyers - Rising Stars list in 2011, 2009, and 2007, a recognition that goes to only 2.5 percent of lawyers under the age of 40.

Petersen & Petersen obtains $171,000 Jury Verdict in Lake County.

In September 2012, Petersen & Petersen returned to Lake County Common Pleas Court, representing a victim of negligence. Attorney Todd Petersen had the privilege of representing a young lady injured in an automobile collision two days after she turned 18 years-old. Before trial, the defendant’s insurance company made a final offer of just $16,500. After two days of trial before Judge Vincent Culotta, the Jury deliberated for three hours before returning a $171,000 verdict.

 

Petersen & Petersen obtains $1.635 Million
Settlement  in Wrongful Death/Premises Liability Case.

May 2012 -- The firm recently obtained a seven figure settlement for the wrongful death of her clients' loved one.  Attorney Petersen alleged that a greater than 70 year old woman was the victim of substandard nursing care during an inpatient rehabilitation stay following an injury for a fall that occurred prior to admission. In the fall, the woman suffered a significant laceration of her knee and subsequent complications. The woman died several weeks later of sepsis. Plaintiff brought suit, alleging the nursing care was negligent and caused the woman’s death. Punitive damages were also alleged against the facility. The defendant nursing provider disputed the allegations. The case also included a premises liability claim against the business owner where the original slip and fall occurred. The remaining terms of the settlements, including but not limited to the identity of the parties and Court in which the matter was pending are confidential.

Petersen & Petersen Lawyer admitted to U.S. Supreme Court.

Washington D.C. April 18, 2012 -- Petersen & Petersen is proud to announce that Susan Petersen was recently sworn in as a Member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of the United States of America. The Cleveland Marshall College of Law selected Susan as one of three esteemed alumnus to be presented for admission to our highest court by Dean Craig Boise.

 

Susan Petersen Named One of Ohio's Top 100 Trial Lawyers.

Chardon, Ohio August 17, 2011.   The National Trial Lawyers Association has named Attorney Susan Petersen to the list of Ohio’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers. Membership is obtained through special invitation and is extended only to those attorneys who exemplify superior qualifications of leadership, reputation, influence, stature, and profile as a civil plaintiff or criminal defense trial lawyer.   Click here to learn more.

 

Petersen & Petersen announces $457,060 verdict in motor vehicle case in Lake County.  Chardon, Ohio July 19, 2011.   The firm obtained the record verdict on behalf of a 72 year old woman who was injured in an motor vehicle collision.   The client suffered a cervical neck strain which progressed into a painful and chronic neck injury, requiring ongoing annual care and ultimately, a serious neck surgery in her future.    A Lake County jury reached the verdict after a one and a half day trial.  Click here to read about more results.

 

Northeast Ohio attorney wins $300,000 verdict in slip and fall case. Cleveland, Ohio - November 27, 2010.    Petersen & Petersen trial lawyer Todd Petersen is pleased to announce a $300,000 verdict recently obtained on behalf of a personal injury victim.  The client suffered a serious and permanent hip injury after slipping and falling in a work parking lot which had just been seal coated.   A Cuyahoga County jury determined that the paving company negligently applied the seal coat, creating a slippery and dangerous condition. More on this verdict