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...
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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....
What to consider when filing a civil lawsuit
A personal injury case may be settled privately or by filing a lawsuit in an Ohio court. You have the opportunity to either represent yourself or to hire an attorney to represent your interests in a civil matter. The complexity of the case will generally determine...
Woman files harassment lawsuit against former employer
Employers in Ohio and throughout the country are not allowed to retaliate against employees who file sexual harassment complaints. However, a former intern for SpaceX claimed that she wasn't offered a full-time job as retaliation for reporting inappropriate comments...
When a contract dispute leads to litigation
Every year, the NFIB Small Business Legal Center receives dozens of calls from business owners who are looking for advice on how to handle contract disputes. These issues can revolve around a variety of topics, ranging from non-payment to dissatisfaction with how...
Tax tips for your Ohio divorce
When the tax code was amended in 2018, the tax landscape of Ohio divorce was changed. Alimony is no longer tax-deductible, and the exemption for dependents was removed until 2026. What are the considerations you should make when preparing to split the marital assets?...
Force majeure clauses are both common and prudent
Many contracts in Ohio and around the country contain what is known as a force majeure clause. Force majeure is a French term that means “greater force.” The contractual provision describes releases parties from their obligations in an agreement when performance is...
Ohio couple sues home seller over raccoon infestation
An Ohio couple who purchased a home in the summer of 2019 have filed a breach of contract lawsuit against the woman who sold them the property and the real estate company she used to handle the transaction. The couple says that the seller was aware of but failed to...
The role of insurance defense lawyers
In Ohio, insurance defense includes a broad variety of activities. Insurance companies may employ defense lawyers as staff attorneys or use outside law firms that practice insurance defense law to defend them against claims. Insurance defense attorneys also represent...
Pilot’s family in the Bryant crash requests venue change
Parties to an Ohio lawsuit might need to worry about whether they can get a fair trial if sensationalized cases prejudice a potential jury pool. This may lead to some difficulties with the trial. It is with this in mind that the family of the pilot in the Kobe Bryant...

