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Ohio Armed Teacher Law Permits School Staff to Carry a Firearm
Governor Mike DeWine has signed legislation that could allow teachers and other school employees to carry guns after receiving 24 hours of training. Under the new law, the decision to arm school personnel will be made by local school boards, which will have the ability to create gun training plans that have to meet certain …
Justice for Camp Lejeune Veterans: Were You Exposed to Toxic Water?
If you or a family member were stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina from August 1953 to December 1987 and have been diagnosed with health problems related to contaminated water there, you may be able to file a lawsuit and recover damages under new legislation, the Honoring our PACT Act, which contains provisions previously …
Ohio’s New Permitless Carry Law: What To Know
On June 13, 2022, the new Ohio “permitless” carry law goes into effect. On that date, every Ohioan age 21 and over who is legally allowed to possess a handgun may carry a concealed handgun without a permit. Here’s what state residents should know about permitless or “constitutional” carry and its impact on their firearm …
Ohio’s New LLC Act: What Companies Need to Know
Ohio’s new LLC Act took effect on February 11, 2022. It makes several important changes that impact existing Ohio LLCs and those looking to form an Ohio LLC. It is now in force and applies to all limited liability companies that do business in Ohio. Failure to comply with the new law’s provisions could result …
Why Being Accused of Government Benefits Fraud is a Big Deal
State and federal governments lose billions of dollars each year due to fraud. Governments seek to recoup money lost from fraud by prosecuting the perpetrators of fraudulent schemes. Government benefits fraud is a serious crime, and the penalties for anyone convicted of fraud can be very steep. If you are the target of a fraud …
Rideshare and Delivery Accidents: Insurance Requirements and Liability Issues
While it’s long been possible to call a taxi, get food delivered, or have a package sent to your house, services like Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, and Amazon have changed the game. These companies employ networks of independent contractors that have made the transportation of goods and passengers much more convenient and efficient. However, because the …
Graham Law Wins Workers’ Compensation Death Benefits Appeal
Normally, when a worker dies on the job in Ohio, the worker’s dependent family members—such as a surviving spouse and children—are entitled to workers’ compensation death benefits. In a recent case handled by Graham Law, the Industrial Commission of Ohio (IC) found that a woman was not entitled to death benefits because she wasn’t married …
Social Security Benefit Payments to Increase 5.9 Percent for 2022
You’ve probably noticed that many things have gotten more expensive over the last year. You’re not alone. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has also noted that the prices for goods and services have gone up compared to 12 months ago. As a result, people who receive monthly payments from SSA—including those receiving Social Security Disability (SSD) …