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Huron, Ohio native, Molly Morris, is a dedicated lawyer with a passion for justice. After earning her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Ohio University in 2017, she ventured to Utah while her husband completed his final year in the United States Air Force. Returning to Ohio in 2018, Molly now lives back in her hometown with her husband, Jack, and their beloved German Shepherd, Ruby.
In 2019, Molly embarked on her legal journey at the University of Toledo College of Law. During her time there, she excelled academically and was recognized as a Contributing Editor on the University of Toledo Law Review Board 53. Her scholarly contributions led to the publication of her article titled “Don't Forget About Your Sisters: The Women's Equality Implications of the Little Sisters of the Poor Decision,” showcasing her expertise and commitment to important legal issues.
Molly Morris graduated magna cum laude from the University of Toledo College of Law, placing her in the top 10% of her class. Her exceptional academic achievements earned her membership in the Order of the Coif, a prestigious honor society recognizing excellence in legal education.
Molly is an esteemed member of the legal community, holding memberships in legal specialty societies, as well as the American Association for Justice, the Erie County Bar Association, and the Ohio State Bar Association
Molly's dedication to honing her skills is evident through her participation in programs like The American Association for Justice Advanced Deposition College, where she sharpened her deposition skills. Additionally, Molly attended the Zen Lawyer Workshop and the Trial Lawyers University Parris Trial College, where she not only enhanced her trial advocacy but also showcased her talents by presenting an opening statement for one of her client's cases in front of attorneys from around the nation. This commitment to ongoing education ensures Molly remains at the forefront of legal innovation, offering her clients the highest level of expertise and advocacy.
Notably, Molly Morris has been recognized for her excellence in the field, being included on the Super Lawyers Ohio Rising Stars List of 2024. This prestigious designation is reserved for top-rated practicing attorneys under 40 years old or those with 10 years of practice or less. While up to five percent of lawyers in the state are named to Super Lawyers, no more than 2.5 percent earn the Rising Stars accolade. Within her first year of practice, Molly successfully tried multiple cases to verdict, showcasing her remarkable skills in the courtroom.
Her favorite aspect of being a lawyer is providing support during clients' most challenging times, allowing them to focus on recovery while she navigates the legal complexities on their behalf. Molly Morris embodies a commitment to excellence, empathy, and unwavering advocacy for her clients.
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When families entrust an elderly loved one to a nursing home, they do so with the expectation that the environment will provide safety, dignity, and proper care. Yet, behind the walls of some facilities, an invisible form of abuse often lurks: financial exploitation. Unlike physical neglect, which may leave visible marks, exploitation frequently goes undetected until significant damage has already been done.
When families place their loved ones in a nursing home, they expect care, protection, and dignity. Much of the public conversation about abuse in these facilities focuses on staff mistreatment. But there is another, less-discussed problem: resident-to-resident abuse.
This form of abuse occurs when one resident harms another physically, emotionally, or psychologically. While it might not always stem from malicious intent, the impact can be devastating. Nursing homes have a legal duty to protect residents from foreseeable harm — and that includes harm caused by other residents.
For families, placing a loved one in a nursing home is an act of trust. They believe the facility will provide care, safety, and dignity. Unfortunately, many discover too late that their loved one has suffered repeated injuries while in the facility’s care. A fall, a fracture, or even unexplained bruising may first be dismissed as an accident. But when these incidents happen again and again, it is a glaring red flag.
Recurrent injuries are rarely coincidental. Instead, they often reveal systemic neglect—patterns of understaffing, inadequate supervision, or a failure to correct known risks. Families deserve to understand why these repeated injuries happen, what the law requires of nursing homes, and what steps they can take to protect their loved ones.
When people place their loved ones in a nursing home, they do so with the expectation that residents will be treated with respect, patience, and compassion. Unfortunately, while many facilities do their best, some fall short of these basic standards. One of the most overlooked dangers in long-term care is emotional abuse—a type of mistreatment that often leaves no visible signs but can cause lasting harm.
Unlike physical neglect, which may result in bruises or injuries, emotional abuse is far harder to detect. It can take the form of harsh words, humiliating treatment, or deliberate isolation. What makes it especially dangerous is the way it slowly erodes the mental health and dignity of vulnerable seniors who depend on staff for nearly every aspect of daily living.
