You may already realize this, but the police are not on your side during or after an arrest. They suspect you of a crime. The same rule applies to Ohio prosecuting attorneys. They are likely to use all of their training, knowledge and power to make your conviction as...
Month: September 2020
What is a Medicaid trust and do my parents need one?
Long-term senior care costs a lot of money. No matter how much money adults made during their working years, the cost of long-term care may completely overwhelm resources. Unfortunately, many people occupy that middle ground between too little resources to cover all...
Do You Understand Ohio’s Marijuana Laws?
The legal status of marijuana and cannabis products seems to be in constant flux. Marijuana remains illegal under federal law, but many states (including Ohio) have legalized medical use of marijuana (or derivatives), and nearly a dozen states have legalized...
Understanding Field Sobriety Tests In Ohio
Even if you’ve never been pulled over, you likely have some idea of what a field sobriety test is because you’ve seen them on TV and in movies. These are a series of physical coordination tests administered to a suspected drunk driver before moving on to chemical...
Estate planning tips for new parents
Welcoming a child into the world is an exciting and overwhelming time for new parents. While navigating parenthood, there’s a good chance that estate planning is the furthest thing from your mind. However, overlooking estate planning with a recent addition to the...
Family law court order modifications in 2020, a year of many challenges
A year like no other for separated parents and their children It is no secret that this year, 2020, has brought many challenges and changes in routine for a great many people. Between COVID-19-related safety measures, stay-at-home guidelines, job losses and business...
“Dad needs nursing home care! What do we do now?”
Planning for a health crisis is one thing. Many forward-thinking adults anticipate the possibility of someday needing long-term care. Many create legal documents and plans with the help of professionals such as attorneys and agencies that help people plan for crises...
The power of a living trust
If more Ohioans understood the capacity of a living trust (another term for a revocable trust) to plan for eventual transfer of their estates, these trusts would be much more sought-after. A living trust is straightforward to create but the steps are not automatic....
4 reasons you may want to revisit your estate plan in your 40s
Creating an estate plan is one of the best ways to protect your property and provide for your loved ones if the worst should happen. It allows you to provide for your children, protect your property and give you peace of mind. Whether you have an estate plan in place...