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Lina Girgis is a 2025 graduate of Cleveland State University College of Law. Prior to law school, Lina earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the Ohio State University. Between receiving her bachelor's degree and attending law school, Lina worked as a paralegal for Michael Hill, gaining invaluable experience working on nursing home abuse and neglect cases, developing, a comprehensive understanding of the legal system, and a deep passion for law.
During law school, Lina served as captain of the Mock Trial Team for two years, and made Cleveland State history by leading her team to victory in the regional finals of the American Association of Justice Student Trial Advocacy Competition. Lina's team of four first-year students proceeded to the national competition in Chicago, Illinois. After three days of back to back civil trials, Lina's team advanced to quarterfinals, and placed 8th in the nation.
Lina also participated in the Law Pretrial Justice Clinic, where she advocated for individuals charged with low-level offenses who lacked the ability to post bail during the pendency of their case. In between classes, mock trial, and work, Lina spent hours each week in the Cuyahoga County Jail with clients. She listened to their stories and drafted memorandums that would eventually be used by senior attorneys to argue reduced bail. Lina witnessed firsthand the positive impact of having an attorney that zealously advocates for her clients' interests. As a result of her efforts in the clinic, Lina received the CALI Excellence for the Future Award, an award given to the highest scoring student in each law school class.
Lina resides in Lakewood, Ohio with her two Russian Blue cats, Suki and Bambi. She enjoys taking walks near the lake, trying local coffee shops, traveling, and spending quality time with her family and close friends. Lina is eager to begin her career as an attorney at Michael Hill Trial Law, and looks forward to using her skills to seek justice for nursing home abuse and neglect victims and their families.
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When families place an elderly loved one in a nursing home, they expect the facility to provide safe conditions, competent care, and appropriate supervision. Unfortunately, many nursing homes fail to meet these basic obligations. At Michael Hill Trial Law, we regularly work with families who discover that serious injuries or declining health were not inevitable consequences of aging, but the result of nursing home negligence.
Civil liability plays a critical role in holding nursing homes accountable when residents are harmed. Understanding how civil liability works, what constitutes negligence, and how Ohio law applies can help families protect their loved ones and pursue justice when standards of care are violated.
Deciding to place a loved one in a nursing home is one of the most difficult choices a family can face. It often happens during moments of crisis — after a fall, hospitalization, or sudden health decline — when emotions are high and time feels limited. At Michael Hill Trial Law, we frequently hear from families who later realize that a nursing home admission may not have been handled lawfully or ethically.
While nursing homes play an important role in elder care, not every admission follows the law. In some cases, residents are admitted without proper consent, misled about their rights, or pressured into placement that primarily benefits the facility rather than the individual. Understanding when a nursing home admission may be considered unlawful is essential to protecting elderly residents and their families.
Most families assume that nursing homes are closely monitored and held to high standards of care. While regulations do exist, many people are surprised to learn how often nursing homes violate those rules — and how serious the consequences can be for elderly residents. At Michael Hill Trial Law, we frequently help families who uncover troubling inspection histories only after their loved one has already been harmed.
Understanding how nursing homes are regulated and inspected in Ohio empowers families to make informed decisions, recognize warning signs early, and take action when a facility fails to meet its legal obligations.
When families place a loved one in a nursing home, they expect professional medical care, proper supervision, and timely treatment. Unfortunately, medical negligence in nursing homes is far more common than many people realize. At Michael Hill Trial Law, we regularly assist families who discover that serious injuries or worsening health conditions could have been prevented with proper care.
Medical negligence in a nursing home setting can take many forms — from medication errors to delayed diagnoses or failure to respond to medical emergencies. Understanding who is legally responsible is a crucial step for families seeking answers, accountability, and justice for their loved ones.
