A divorce can change your family life quickly, especially when you have young children. If your spouse has filed for divorce, you may be wondering where your children will live, who will make important decisions and when you will see them. Ohio courts can issue...
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3 estate planning documents every modest estate deserves
Many people assume estate planning only matters for those with significant wealth. If a person owns a large home, multiple investments or a business, estate planning seems like an obvious step. However, families with more modest estates often benefit just as much from...
Do you need to leave someone $1 to disinherit them?
To begin making your estate plan, you know that you want to disinherit one of your adult children. Maybe the two of you are estranged and have not seen each other in decades, or perhaps it is for a more practical reason, such as the fact that that child is very well...
Using civil litigation to end a contract after a breach
Maybe a homeowner signed a contract with a lawn maintenance or snow removal company that has not fulfilled its obligations. Perhaps a business owner contracted with a vendor who failed to make deliveries as promised. In circumstances where a breach of contract occurs,...
Will your kids inherit your credit card debt?
Many people operate with a substantial amount of debt. People often have credit card debt that they pay off on an ongoing basis. Even though they may pay it off at the end of the month, they are constantly making new charges on that account. As you make your estate...
When can you ask to modify a parenting plan after divorce?
Life often changes after a divorce. The parenting plan that made sense when your case ended may not fit your family’s day-to-day life anymore. When that happens, you may need to ask the court to modify the plan. That does not mean you can seek a change just because...
When can you sue for punitive damages in Ohio?
In most civil cases in Ohio, the goal of a damage award is to cover your losses and put you back in the position you were in before the harm occurred. But some cases involve conduct for which compensation alone does not seem adequate, and punitive damages exist to...
Understanding durable vs. springing power of attorney in Ohio
When planning for the future in Ohio, the most critical decision involves more than choosing an agent; you must decide when their authority begins. In Cincinnati and throughout the state, residents may choose between two distinct types of financial power of attorney...
How are class action lawsuits certified in Ohio?
If you hear about a class action lawsuit, you may wonder how courts decide whether one case can represent many people. Ohio courts follow defined procedural rules before allowing claims to move forward as a group. Knowing how certification works helps you understand...
What options exist for same-sex couples separating in Ohio?
Ending a relationship brings emotional and financial stress, and same-sex couples in Ohio often face added questions about legal rights. State law treats many issues the same as opposite-sex couples, but outcomes depend on marital status and family structure. Knowing...

