Most Ohio businesses place a high premium on protecting their confidential information and ensuring that valuable employees do not leave for a competitor. One of the most effective methods of enforcing both policies is by having employees sign enforceable noncompete...
Many Ohio businesses rely on their innovation to succeed and advance. This means creating products, coming up with ideas and improving items that are already in existence. This is generally a collaborative effort and requires a certain level of trust in others....
The Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution permits government to seize private land for public use under certain circumstances. Governments assert this right, known as eminent domain, against private property owners more frequently than many realize, especially at...
For many people, estate planning seems like something that can be put off until years from now. But that position can be dangerous, leaving you, your family, and your assets at risk. Why? Let’s take a look at some reasons why putting off estate planning is risky and...
A breach of contract can be tremendously disruptive to your business and can cause you to lose money. However, the law provides remedies. It is helpful to be familiar with what can be done about a breach of contract and what remedies may be available to you if you are...
Construction companies work in a rough business. Dealing with the weather, the elements, normal business concerns, and the plethora of federal, state and local laws is enough to make even the most experienced foreman’s head explode. But, one of the most basic things...
As an Ohio property owner, you may know that a county auditor performs a reappraisal on your property every 6 years. The purpose of the reappraisal is to determine the amount you ultimately pay in real estate taxes. There may come a time when you do not agree with the...
Contracts are a necessary part of most businesses in Ohio. Companies need to guarantee that the various companies, customers and clients do what the company needs them to do. They need to rely on others to ensure that their business runs smoothly and is ultimately...
Ohioans who find themselves at odds with government entities over their land might be surprised to discover that eminent domain laws even exist. The concept of the government deciding to take a person’s property may be foreign and sound like an overreaching of...
Many Ohio property owners might be surprised to learn that state, local and federal governments have the right to simply take land through eminent domain if it is deemed necessary for a public project. While some of these projects – like a new road – are important,...
