Located just 25 miles south of Columbus, Ohio, Circleville is a city with about 13,500 people. Situated along the Scioto River, the longest river that is entirely within Ohio, Circleville seems like a small-town feel with pleasant neighbors all around. Some may assume that it is safe suburbia to live in.
But, just how safe is Circvleville Ohio?
According to the data from Neighborhood Scout, the crime rate is 47 per one thousand residents. Compared to the rest of the country in terms of population, the chances of becoming a victim of property crime or violence is one in 21.
Concerning property crime, 17% of Ohio residents have a home security system installed. According to another statistic, firearms and guard dogs are the most common security methods used in Ohio. Moreover, about 37% of Ohio residents don’t use anything to protect their homes from thieves, compared to 29% across the US.
From the same study, statistics show that Ohio has the highest number of people who’ve experienced violent crime in the past year. With 24% in Ohio experiencing violence compared to 12% nationally.
What happens to those who survive a violent crime? Can they sue the perpetrator?
In most instances, yes. Victims of assault or battery have the right to sue their attackers for damages. Depending on the case, a criminal lawyer may be the perfect fit for such a lawsuit. Although, it is not necessary that the defendant first be convicted in a criminal trial. They don’t even need to be charged with a crime. If the victim has suffered damages because of the attacker’s wrongful actions, they can definitely file a case against them in Ohio court.
If you have been involved in a personal injury accident, whether it was your fault or not, you should still contact a skilled attorney. Not only does it help speed up the process in court, but a personal injury lawyer can handle all the paperwork and guide you through each step of the way.
At Warren Law Firm in Ohio, we handle car accidents, motorcycle accidents, truck accidents, slip and fall injuries, social security disability, worker’s compensation, and more. That’s right, we also have a workers comp attorney ready to work with you!
The consultation process is fast, easy, and free of charge. If you or someone you love need a medical malpractice attorney, give us a call today in Chillicothe, Ohio. And remember, if you don’t get paid, we don’t get a dime.
We have our client’s best interests in mind and have zero hidden fees. It does not matter if you are innocent or guilty; we will work with you no matter what. Learn more about our client confidentiality in our previous blog post here.
