Though most people want to live their lives to the fullest until their last moments, many people experience serious physical and mental decline that could result in difficulties in their elderly years. It is not unusual for individuals over the age of 65 to need some...
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Do all states require MedPay?
When purchasing car insurance in Ohio for the first time, you may wonder whether you need MedPay as part of your insurance policy. You may feel particularly concerned about this if you recently moved from states where you must purchase MedPay, such as Maine, New...
Wise estate planning to keep the most assets for heirs
People work hard for their money, and most take pride in being able to leave something to their loved ones one day. When Ohio residents do their estate planning, they likely want to be able to keep as much money in their family as possible and not swallowed up by...
Ohio lawmakers choose to offer treatment instead of jail time
Over the past few years, federal and state laws have come under fire for failing to address America’s growing drug problem. The laws also seem to disproportionately target minorities. Because of this, reforms at the federal, state and local levels have involved...
Estate planning: Dinners to discuss death are becoming popular
Death isn't particularly a great topic for discussion around the dinner table. However, Ohio residents who are thinking about estate planning might consider doing what many others have been doing, and that's hosting a dinner party for family and close friends to...
What should I include in a living will?
If you should get into an accident and sustain severe injuries, you may become unable to communicate your health care wishes to your doctor. If so, you should have a living will ready to assist you. Through a living will, you can convey how you want your doctors to...
Who is responsible for debt during a divorce in Ohio?
When a marriage ends, a couple has to decide how to divide their assets. But not only do Ohio couples have assets to divide, they have the same issue with debts incurred during the marriage. Getting a divorce means having to sort through what is owed to creditors. The...
Stay safe on autumn motorcycle rides
The Ohio Highway Safety Office reports that motorcycle rider injuries and fatalities significantly declined from 2017 to 2018. The agency attributes this positive change to safety measures such as motorcycle awareness campaigns. As you plan your fall foliage rides and...
Police officer charged with drunk driving for second time
A police officer was recently arrested for a second time for driving under the influence. The officer was suspended from his duties after being arrested by the Ohio State Highway Patrol recently for alleged drunk driving. He also apparently refused to submit to a...
Updating your will following your divorce
Past posts on this blog detailed the importance of updating your estate plan throughout your life. This is especially true if you heeded the advice of estate planning experts in Ohio and drafted a will early on in your adult life. Many come to us here at Kirner &...