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What Social Security is Doing to Address Overpayments
If you’ve received a larger-than-expected check from Social Security, you’re not alone. The Social Security Administration (SSA) makes billions of dollars in overpayments to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) beneficiaries each year. And while it may be tempting to keep the extra money, SSA will almost certainly seek to reclaim …
Preserving Evidence in Motor Vehicle Accidents – Why Time is of the Essence
Prompt investigation of motor vehicle crashes is crucial for making sure that evidence is retained, witness memories are fresh, and a timely claim can be filed. Time is of the essence in all accident cases, but commercial vehicle crashes can be particularly time-sensitive due to short federal record retention schedules. Waiting too long to initiate …
The Corporate Transparency Act and Ohio Small Businesses
In the coming year, many Ohio small businesses will need to add another task to their compliance checklist as the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) comes into force. Part of the Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA), the CTA imposes fresh reporting obligations on corporations, LLC, and other business entities with the aim of identifying shell companies that …
Ohio Marijuana Legalization – Impacts on Vehicle Accidents and OVI
It’s a new year, and Ohio has a new marijuana law that legalizes recreational cannabis. While using marijuana is now legal for adults in the state, driving under the influence of the drug is not. In fact, despite the new law, Ohio has existing laws that make it illegal for someone to drive with certain …
Ohio Charter Bus Crash Legal Issues
A recent Ohio charter bus crash about 30 minutes outside of Zanesville left six passengers dead and eighteen injured. An initial crash report indicates that the accident occurred due to a semi-truck following too closely, causing a chain reaction when drivers had to slow down for traffic. Charter buses are categorized as commercial motor vehicles …
When to Review and Update Your Estate Plan
If you have an estate plan, then you’re already in better shape than the two-thirds of American adults who don’t. But when is the last time you checked your plan to make sure everything is up to date? An estate plan is not something you should just set and forget. Major life events, family circumstances, …
Industrial Commission Awards Death Benefits to Amanda Carpenter
Nearly four-and-a-half years after her fiancé was tragically killed on the job, Amanda Carpenter has been awarded workers’ compensation death benefits by the Ohio Industrial Commission (IC). The award is the culmination of a hard-fought legal battle that involved numerous appeals and a precedent-setting Supreme Court ruling. Finally, Ms. Carpenter will receive the benefits she …
OSHA Safety Violations, Penalties, and Lawsuits
The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) is intended to provide workers with safe and healthy working conditions. Every workplace covered by the OSH Act is subject to inspection by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) compliance officers. When inspectors find OSHA safety violations, OSHA may issue citations and penalties, including imprisonment in some cases. …