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How Bankruptcy Can Stop Debt Collectors Instantly

26 Jul 2018

The two common types of consumer bankruptcy—Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy—offer very different solutions. But, these two debt management options have one very important thing in common: the automatic stay – which can stop debt collectors immediately. What...

How Long is the Divorce Timeline in Ohio?

23 Jul 2018

Does It Take Long to Get Divorced in Ohio? The divorce process can be stressful, and no one wants a divorce case to drag on. But, you also don’t want to cut corners when important decisions are in play. Decisions...

What is Family-Based Immigration?

19 Jul 2018

The United States has a long and successful history of family-based immigration, recently referred to in the news and political debate as “chain migration.” Of course, bringing over family members was customary from the time the very first immigrants arrived...

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What is Required for a Criminal Conviction in Ohio?

16 Jul 2018

You’ve undoubtedly heard that a person charged with a crime can be convicted only if the judge or jury is persuaded that he or she is guilty “beyond a reasonable doubt.” Even those who have never been charged with a...

The Uncertain Future of the EB-5 Investor Visa Program

13 Jul 2018

The EB-5 Investor Visa Nearly 30 years ago, the legislature created a new visa program designed to draw capital investments to the United States and stimulate job growth. The EB-5 investor visa provides a path to citizenship for foreign nationals...

Immigration and Divorce: Will I Lose My Green Card?

11 Jun 2018

Hundreds of thousands of immigrants are in the United States on marriage-based green cards or conditional green cards. Those marriages are scrutinized for authenticity, but what if they don’t work out? Legitimate marriages fail every day and marriages between U.S. citizens and...

What is Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

07 Jun 2018

When you hear the word “bankruptcy,” it’s probably Chapter 7 that comes to mind. The relatively quick fresh start bankruptcy is far more common than Chapter 13. But, Chapter 13 bankruptcy offers an important opportunity for people who either don’t...

Can I Be Fired for Filing a Ohio Workers’ Compensation Claim?

04 Jun 2018

When you’re injured at work, you need access to medical care and may need income to replace lost earnings while you recover. The Ohio workers’ compensation system was created to ensure that employees have access to that assistance when they’re...

How is Child Custody Determined in Ohio?

01 Jun 2018

One of the most important and most challenging issues when a couple divorces is minimizing the impact of the divorce on minor children and ensuring that each parent maintains a healthy relationship with the kids. Ideally, the parents will be...

Understanding Theft Crimes in Ohio

29 May 2018

The language of theft crimes can be confusing. For example, you may hear the words “theft” and “robbery” used interchangeably, but they don’t mean the same thing—certain types of theft are robberies, but others are not. Similarly, many people think...

What to Do if You’re Detained by ICE in Ohio

24 May 2018

It’s an unsettling time to be an immigrant in the U.S., whether you are out of status, visiting or working on a current visa, or a lawful permanent resident. When the news is filled with stories such as the widely-reported...

Changing Jobs with the “H1B Visa Transfer”

14 May 2018

“H1B visa transfer” is a bit of a misnomer—the work visa can’t actually be transferred from one employer to another. However, an employee who is in the United States on an H1B visa can change jobs during his or her...

What to Do When You’re Facing an Arrest Warrant

10 May 2018

Contrary to what you may have seen in the movies, running for the Caribbean is generally not the right response to learning that there is a warrant for your arrest. Hiding from or ignoring an arrest warrant is typically a...

Divorce and Dissolution in Ohio

07 May 2018

“Divorce” is the common term for the legal termination of a valid marriage, though many states now use the term “dissolution” in their statutes and court proceedings. Ohio law is a bit different from most states, in that divorce and...

The Real Impact of Bankruptcy on Credit

03 May 2018

Many people considering filing for bankruptcy are worried about the effect a bankruptcy case will have on their credit reports and credit scores. While it’s natural to want to protect your credit, most people who have reason to consider bankruptcy...

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Can I Sue My Employer for a Work Injury?

27 Apr 2018

When you’re seriously injured in a car accident or trip on a loose floorboard in a local business, the path to compensation for your injuries typically involves a personal injury lawsuit. Pursuing compensation for a work injury is different. Nearly...

Recognize the Signs of Elder Abuse in Ohio Nursing Homes

23 Apr 2018

When you seek out a long-term care facility for a parent or other elderly relative, your goal is to keep your loved one safe and healthy. Unfortunately, not every nursing home staff member lives up to his or her obligations....

Three Things to Watch Out for When Signing a Business Contract

18 Apr 2018

Whenever a person or business signs a contract they are creating a legally enforceable set of rights and obligations. Therefore, a business owner should always fully understand the terms of any contract he or she signs and the consequences of...

How is Marital Property Divided in an Ohio Divorce?

12 Apr 2018

One оf the most ѕignifiсаnt issues involved in getting a divоrсе is the matter of dividing the ѕроuѕеѕ’ ѕhаrеd marital рrореrtу. Sроuѕеѕ аrе соnѕidеrеd со-оwnеrѕ оf аѕѕеtѕ they acquire during their marriage, and when the marriage еndѕ, thеѕе “marital аѕѕеtѕ”...

Understanding Assault Offenses in Ohio

05 Apr 2018

Introduction to understanding assault offenses in Ohio Most people have heard of ‘aѕѕаult and bаttеrу’ since they are ѕо frequently рrеѕеntеd together and referenced in popular legal television dramas. However, there are important nuances to this area of criminal law that...

Your Legal Rights and a Warrantless Search of Your Vehicle

02 Apr 2018

When Can the Police Search My Vehicle? Must I Consent? You are driving on Richmond Street in Painesville when the red and blue lights of a police vehicle begin to flash behind you. An officer approaches your vehicle, asks you...

Statute of Limitations Applies to Ohiо Personal Injurу Lаwѕuit

27 Mar 2018

You are driving along 9th Street in Cleveland, Ohio when a distracted driver crashes into your vehicle. As a result, you are seriously injured. Another consequence of this collision is a proverbial clock that begins to tick. That clock is...

What to do After a Car Accident in Ohio

19 Mar 2018

Know what to do in the immediate aftermath of a car accident in Ohio. In 2016, there were over 300,000 car accidents throughout Ohio, according to the Ohio Department of Public Safety. Of those car accidents, 77,000 led to injuries...

Medical Malpractice in Ohio

15 Mar 2018

Ohio residents trust their doctors, nurses, and medical professionals with their health and livelihood. Unfortunately, these healthcare professionals do not always live up to the expectations of their patients. In some circumstances, the doctor may have committed medical malpractice under...

The Immigration Debate in Ohio

12 Mar 2018

In a year filled with news stories related to immigration, the story of Akron resident Leonor Garcia still managed to make national news. Bringing the immigration debate close to home. Garcia is a Mexican national who has lived without proper...

Pressure sores can mean inadequate care

25 Feb 2018

Originally published on Jun 21, 2016 The lack of movement and positioning are two major factors in the development of pressure sores. Pressure ulcers also referred to as pressure sores or decubitus ulcers, are often signs that long-term care institutions...