“What’s new,” you ask? Ohio’s self-defense law. The state’s new self-defense law came into effect this past March. The most important change you need to know is that if you wound or kill someone and claim it was an act of self-defense, you are innocent until the state proves that your actions were not self-defense. … Continue reading “Ohio’s New Self-Defense Law: What You Need to Know”
May in Ohio signals the official arrival of spring. That means longer days, warmer weather, budding leaves, blooming flowers, and the chorus of songbirds. It also means motorcycles heading out onto Ohio’s roadways after a long winter break. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has designated May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Because of … Continue reading “How Motorcyclists and Motorists Can Safely Share the Road”
If you, a friend, or a loved one gets on the wrong side of the law in Ohio, knowing what to expect can help to manage the uncertainty and outcome, because criminal convictions impact careers, families, and freedoms in life-changing ways. Here’s What You Need to Know When Facing—or fighting—a Criminal Charge in Ohio When … Continue reading “Criminal Trial Procedures in Ohio: What to Expect if You’ve Been Accused of a Crime”
Many people think you need to be wealthy to have a Last Will and Testament (a Will). But everyone age 18 and over should have a Will, even if it’s for one item or one account that you want to pass down to a specific person. Preparing for the end of life can be an … Continue reading “Why Everyone Needs a Will”
Anyone who has ever owned a dog knows from experience that their loyalty and companionship makes them “man’s best friend.” But, anyone who has ever been bitten by a dog has a totally different opinion: The experience is physically and emotionally traumatic. Dogs bite millions of people each year, leading to hundreds of millions of … Continue reading “What You Should Know About Ohio Dog Bite Law”
Have you ever wondered how auto insurance companies determine the value of an accident case? While insurance companies are secretive about the formulas they use to calculate settlement offers, the common belief is that they use a computer model, or “claim evaluation software,” to place a “fair” value on insured claims. Some outcomes even suggest … Continue reading “How Insurers Use Evaluation Software to Place a “Fair” Value on Claims”
Nearly every week of the year, throughout Ohio and beyond, ordinary citizens, like yourself, are forced to navigate one of the five primary court systems in our country: civil, criminal, appellate, family, and bankruptcy. These court systems have the power to determine potentially life-changing outcomes; for better or worse. Each court system is different, and … Continue reading “What to Expect in a Civil Lawsuit”
A long backlog for Social Security Disability (SSD) claims means that people are waiting for months or even years to find out whether they qualify for compensation. In the meantime, many claimants, who are unable to work, struggle to afford basic living expenses, lose their homes and savings, and go without medical treatment. Certain types … Continue reading “How to Get an Expedited Decision for Your Social Security Disability Claim”
