Domestic violence occurs when someone physically inflicts or threatens to inflict violence against a family or household member. In Ohio, domestic violence is a criminal offense that can be a misdemeanor of the fourth degree or first degree. It can ruin your...
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Understanding the guardianship process
If an adult is unable to make decisions or take care of their personal or financial affairs, their loved ones may decide to pursue guardianship. A guardianship is a legal arrangement in which a court appoints a person, called the guardian, to take care of these items...
Gray divorce and estate planning: Unburdening an adult child
Gray divorce and estate planning have intertwined considerations that will most likely impact an adult child. For long-term couples divorcing at 50 or older, their children may have long left the marital nest. While child custody, support or visitation may no longer...
What are the benefits of divorce mediation?
It is usual for couples to have disputes during the divorce process. These conflicts can stem from property division or child custody disagreements, often necessitating intervention. Some prefer to litigate these issues in court, having a judge decide after reviewing...
Preparing for a personal injury settlement negotiation
Personal injury victims rely on insurance claims to cover their medical bills, recovery costs, lost earnings and other related expenses. Unfortunately, many insurance companies take advantage of victims’ vulnerability caused by their injuries. Moreover, these...
When do you need to update your estate plan?
Estate planning is a vital task that helps you make sure your assets go where you want them to after your passing. But creating an estate plan is not a one-time task; it is something you need to revisit and update occasionally. As your life changes, so do your...
Financial considerations for Medicaid planning in Ohio
When the stakes are highest, planning proves paramount. If you or a loved one ends up in a particularly vulnerable condition at any point in life, you may realize how crucial it is to have come prepared than be completely defenseless. The Medicaid program has federal...
How can I avoid probate in Ohio?
Death is inevitable, yet for some reason, it always seems to catch us off guard. When a person dies, their estate will be subject to probate, even if they died testate or with a will. Probate is the process of accessing and identifying a deceased person’s estate and...
Steps to take when your landlord withholds your security deposit
According to the IRS, over 10.5 million landlords are in the United States. Many of those landlords are in Ohio and typically require a security deposit when someone moves into their rental property. Security deposits serve as a safety net for landlords, protecting...
Navigating a custody agreement dispute in your Ohio divorce
According to official Ohio statistics, almost 30,000 divorces happened in the state in 2020. The process of divorce often requires navigating difficult and emotional territory, especially when you have children. Establishing a fair and appropriate custody agreement...