Since beginning his career in the legal field, David Hartman has dedicated himself to providing exceptional support to attorneys and clients alike. With a background in Criminal, Family, and Civil Law, David brings a balanced mix of professionalism, empathy, and precision to every case he works on. His ability to connect with people and maintain strong attention to detail allows him to ensure that every client feels heard and every matter is handled with care.
David earned his Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies from the State University of New York at Canton in 2022, followed by a Paralegal Studies Certificate from the State University of New York at Oswego in 2024. That same year, he became a member of the Empire State Alliance of Paralegals, achieving recognition as a New York State Certified Paralegal. His educational achievements reflect his drive for excellence and continued professional growth within the legal field. While David works on all the firm's New York cases, David's extensive experience and knowledge allows him to utilize his paralegal skills on Michael Hill Trial Law's cases across the United States.
Originally from a small-town community in upstate New York, David credits his family and upbringing for instilling in him a strong work ethic and a deep respect for integrity and fairness. These values continue to shape his work at Michael Hill Trial Law, where he plays an integral role in supporting complex legal matters with diligence and compassion.
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Nursing homes exist to provide vulnerable elderly residents with the care, supervision, and support they need. Yet one of the most widespread and dangerous problems facing facilities across Ohio and the United States is chronic understaffing.
When a nursing home does not have enough qualified employees to meet residents’ needs, neglect becomes unavoidable. Staff become overwhelmed, tasks are rushed or skipped, and residents are left without essential care. Understaffing is not just a business problem—it is a safety crisis that endangers lives.
One of the most terrifying events a family can experience is receiving a call that their loved one is missing from a nursing home. Known as elopement, this occurs when a resident leaves the facility or wanders into unsafe areas without supervision.
Elopement is not a harmless “walk outside”—it is a life-threatening emergency. Elderly residents may face exposure to extreme weather, traffic accidents, drowning, falls, or encounters with dangerous environments. Tragically, elopement has led to severe injuries and death across Ohio and the United States.
Supervision is one of the most fundamental responsibilities of a nursing home. Elderly residents depend on staff to help them move safely, prevent falls, monitor medical needs, and ensure their overall well-being. Yet across Ohio and the United States, inadequate supervision has become one of the leading causes of nursing home injuries—many of which are entirely preventable.
When nursing homes fail to properly supervise residents, the consequences can be catastrophic:
Every day, nursing homes across the United States administer thousands of medications to vulnerable elderly residents. Because most seniors rely on multiple prescriptions to manage chronic illnesses, proper medication management is not just important—it is essential for survival.
Yet, despite strict federal and state regulations, medication errors remain one of the most common forms of nursing home negligence. These mistakes can cause dangerous reactions, hospitalizations, permanent disability, and even wrongful death.
