On behalf of Smith, Illner & Gemelas Co. LPA | Sep 19, 2019 | Firm News
Rather than look at your spouse with an adoring smile like you once did, lately, you return to your marital home in Ohio greeting your husband or wife a grimace or sigh of frustration. You feel it is time to start thinking about divorce. Before you make a final...
On behalf of Smith, Illner & Gemelas Co. LPA | Aug 28, 2019 | Firm News
As a happy couple about to be married in Ohio, the last thing you are worried about is divorce. The truth is that almost half of the marriages in the country end in divorce and it may come your way no matter how hard you try to avoid it. Staying in an unhappy...
On behalf of Smith, Illner & Gemelas Co. LPA | Jul 22, 2019 | Firm News
It’s easy for wedding expenses to get out of hand. Some couples start out with a strict wedding budget, only to exceed it to get the perfect dress, a sought-after venue and any number of tempting choices of flowers, food and gifts for the wedding party. As the...
On behalf of Smith, Illner & Gemelas Co. LPA | Jul 7, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Many senior citizens don’t willingly stop driving. Having a car — even if you only use it to run a few errands once a week — means independence. In fact, according to a recent study by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, some 83% of seniors say...
On behalf of Smith, Illner & Gemelas Co. LPA | Jun 27, 2019 | Child Custody, Firm News
Too often, when divorced parents aren’t able to deal with one another amicably, one parent’s misunderstanding of the terms of the custody and visitation agreement or other court order can result in a contempt of court allegation by the other parent....
On behalf of Smith, Illner & Gemelas Co. LPA | Jun 14, 2019 | Firm News
While not always the case, children typically benefit when they’re able to maintain a relationship with both parents after a divorce. A growing number of Ohio courts are in favor of a shared custody agreement, which allows both parents to share responsibilities...
On behalf of Smith, Illner & Gemelas Co. LPA | Jun 11, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
When you take to the road during the summer months, you never know what type of weather conditions you’ll face. You hope that the sun is shining, and the sky is clear, but this won’t always hold true.Foggy conditions can move into the area at any time of...
On behalf of Smith, Illner & Gemelas Co. LPA | May 30, 2019 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
Ohio has consistently been listed as one of the states with the highest rate of drug overdose deaths in the United States. This has prompted lawmakers to enact strict drug laws to deter would-be users from possessing or distributing controlled substances. Individuals...
On behalf of Smith, Illner & Gemelas Co. LPA | May 15, 2019 | Child Custody, Firm News
Once your divorce is finalized, you can turn all your attention to providing your children with the best life possible. While it’s not always easy, co-parenting is something you have to get used to.Regardless of your situation, there are a variety of...
On behalf of Smith, Illner & Gemelas Co. LPA | May 2, 2019 | Car Accidents, Firm News
Just because you’re paying attention to the road doesn’t mean that other drivers are doing the same. Distracted driving remains a problem throughout the United States, with thousands of accidents, injuries and fatalities attributed to it every year.Here...
