Buying an undeveloped property can be a lucrative investment. However, you will most likely have to address the property's zoning before you can move forward with your intended purpose. The wrong zoning means you must either apply to have it changed or change your...

Ohio’s Uniform Trade Secrets Act, RC 1333.61 et seq., was enacted to prevent improper misappropriation of trade secrets by employees, and to prevent other employers from using trade secrets which they know or have reason to know that the trade secrets were obtained...

The Home Solicitation Sales Act (“HSSA”) protects consumers from high-pressure sales tactics that are sometimes employed during in-home solicitations. “Home Solicitation Sales” are sales of consumer goods or services, used primarily for personal, family or household...

It is a big responsibility to be appointed as someone’s agent under a durable power of attorney (“POA”). As a fiduciary for the principal, the agent has numerous statutory responsibilities and can be financially responsible for any breaches of these duties. An agent...

Breach of Trust Upon the death of the settlor of a revocable trust, the trust becomes irrevocable. The trustee’s duties, and the liabilities for breaching these duties, are set forth in the Ohio Trust Code.  The trustee has a duty to administer the trust in good faith...

An effective estate plan has many moving pieces and parts that work together to achieve your final wishes. Often, its effective execution will require the support of many people to guarantee it functions according to your desires. Throughout the development of your...

If you are simultaneously dealing with a sleep disorder and family law matters, you likely feel overwhelmed on a daily basis. Even if you do not have any problems related to sleep, it is important to understand the potential ways in which family law issues can lead to...

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...

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...

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...