In civil cases, the burden of proof plays a critical role in determining the outcome of the case. Unlike criminal cases, where the burden of proof requires proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, civil cases have a different standard. Understanding this standard and...
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What are the rules for small claims cases?
Small claims court serves as an accessible avenue for individuals to seek justice and resolve disputes for smaller matters. According to the Hamilton County Clerk of Courts, small claims court is only for cases involving $6,000 or less, and if your matter falls into...
How to terminate an employee
Employers do not need a reason to terminate an employee in an at-will employment state like Ohio. They can fire employees at will. However, as an employer, you should know how to appropriately terminate an employee so they cannot make unreasonable claims against you....
What should you do if an employee has a discrimination complaint?
Even with all the policies and procedures in place to protect yourself and your employees against discrimination, complaints can still happen. Sometimes they’re justified and other times they aren’t. Either way, they always need proper investigation. This means...
How to avoid disputes in your business: 4 tips
You may get into a disagreement with a party in your business. This may be employees, partners, shareholders, suppliers or customers. Business disputes are expensive, and not solving them may lead to losses and potential lawsuits, which can affect your company's...
What are Ohio’s laws regarding employee surveillance?
If you own an Ohio business or are employed by one, it is a good idea to understand our state’s surveillance laws. Also, when there are no state-specific laws on the books, it defaults to federal surveillance and wiretapping laws. Ready to learn more about workplace...
Do you have a civil case against a rival company?
You’ve worked tirelessly for years to establish your company and brand. The corporate world can be ruthless but you’ve always tried to compete fairly with rival companies. Unfortunately, this has not been reciprocated and your rivals are resorting to unfair tactics....
When is a social media post considered defamatory?
These days, the fastest and often most powerful way to destroy someone’s reputation is by posting something negative or embarrassing about them on social media. Anyone can say virtually anything about another person whether it’s true or not. Social media sites...
Can you “take the Fifth” in a civil case?
Most people know that under the Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, people cannot be required to say anything to authorities or in court that would implicate them in a crime. That means if they’re on trial, they don’t have to be called to testify. What they may...
Do you understand the elements of insurance fraud?
Insurance agencies take their financial and business interests seriously. So much so that they devote a lot of time and resources to investigating claims before making compensation. Unfortunately, insurance fraud remains one of the major challenges insurance companies...