A casino, restaurant, store or any establishment open to the public has a duty of care to provide a safe environment for its patrons. As reported by The Epoch Times, a jury awarded an Ohio woman damages in the amount of $3 million after finding that a Cincinnati...
Year: 2020
4 topics to address in your partnership agreement
In general terms, a partnership is a business venture between two or more individuals who share an organization's management, profits and losses. If you are thinking of forming a partnership, having a well-drafted partnership agreement is essential. After all, for a...
2-car collision sends woman to the hospital
Authorities have not released any identifying information about a woman involved in a car crash with another vehicle that occurred on Sunday afternoon in Putnam County, Ohio. Though neither her name nor her age has become public knowledge, it is known that she...
Keep taxes in mind when you discuss property division and alimony
Before the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, we often counseled clients about the tax benefits of alimony. However, as of Jan. 1, 2019, the landscape changed. Forbes notes that now, the spouse who receives alimony does not report it as taxable income, and the payor does not...
Ohio departments enforce strict drug crime laws
You will face severe punishment if you face a conviction for drug crimes in Ohio. Usually, you may pay hefty fines, serve a lengthy jail term, or be put under strict probation if you are released. Consequently, even your employment, housing, reputation, and freedom...
New Expedited Pardon Project
At , we know many people convicted of criminal offenses in Ohio often struggle to put their lives back on a better track. In fact, their criminal history can often be the very thing preventing them from doing this as they may be denied a...
Green Township collision leaves elderly woman dead
Auto accidents remain a reality facing communities like Elyria. Yet still, local motorists may take to the area's roads unconcerned about the potential of being involved in a collision. This no doubt comes from the assumption that most others are willing to take as...