Litigation is often the last resort of parties wishing to resolve a dispute. Lawsuits cost money, and are a public process, so individuals often attempt to resolve matters between themselves without involving the courts. However, residents of Ohio and other states may...
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Conflicts of interest in civil litigation
Attorneys, like practitioners of other professions, abide by a set of ethical rules. Lawyers typically owe a duty of loyalty to their clients, and they cannot represent a client if there is a conflict of interest. Lawyers in Ohio and elsewhere need to be careful of...
Implied contracts are complicated civil litigation factors
One of the most confusing aspects of law for individuals and corporations in Ohio to understand is an implied contract. Even though a legal document between two parties may not exist, the courts may determine that one or both parties has an obligation toward one...
Splitting annuities in a divorce
When couples in Ohio are seeking a divorce, one of the most common legal battles that will take place includes how assets and annuities will be divided between the two people. Although it's a complicated process, it's something that everyone needs to go through. The...
Defenses to bad faith claims
When a consumer in Ohio signs up for insurance, they place their trust in the company to handle matters. A provider occasionally acts in bad faith, causing the insured to bring a legal claim against the company. Bad faith means that the provider failed to honor the...
Best practices for writing construction contracts
Builders, land developers and investors rely on contracts to identify their responsibilities during a construction project in Ohio. Thorough contracts reduce the possibility of misunderstandings and provide a framework for resolving disputes. They also cover critical...
What to know about stages of medical malpractice trials
Medical malpractice in Ohio happens when a doctor or health care provider does not provide patients with the highest standard of care, leading to them causing harm. Patients who have been injured by malpractice have the right to bring a claim against the doctor or...
Many ex-spouses qualify for Social Security benefits
Social Security exists to provide some level of financial support during retirement years for individuals as well as married couples. When one spouse earns less than another over the course of their marriage, that spouse can obtain Social Security benefits based on...
The benefits of estate planning for couples
While it is encouraged that everyone has an estate plan in place, the option also exists for couples to create such a plan together. Estate planning has multiple benefits, including tax-related perks. These advantages are just part of why it is such a good idea for...
Civil litigation and contracts in Ohio
Many Ohio residents know how complicated civil law can get. In a recent case, one of Ohio's counties was seeking the right to remove a trustee from the board that governed the local public hospital. This dispute was not simple. In fact, it dragged on for months....

