There are very few guarantees in life for people in Ohio, but one guarantee is that no one lives forever. At some point in time everyone will pass away and when they do they will leave behind all of the possessions and property that they acquired while living. This...
Month: June 2026
Don’t risk your business by handling contract issues on your own
Your business’s contracts have a lot of value. While they might lock in supply chains at certain costs or ensure certain sales, they are only beneficial if they are properly negotiated and enforced. If you allow another business or an individual to take advantage of...
What is a breach of a fiduciary duty?
In the business world, success comes from trust and leadership. Often an entity is only as successful as the individuals who are tasked with its management. In Ohio and throughout the country, business executives carry heavy burdens to do their best to foster the...
What happens during the probate process?
There are many different assets and forms of property that people may obtain during their lives in Ohio. These assets may have great importance for people or they may just be property that they need for their daily lives. However, no matter what type of property...
What is “public use” in eminent domain?
If you receive notice that the government intends to seize your property through eminent domain, you may have many questions. Why does the government want your property? Is the project they proposed really a good reason to take your land? In order for the government...
Could Young People Take Part in Estate Planning?
Estate planning isn't something only older people do in Ohio. Young people could benefit from such planning. It might be wise to make plans to help heirs while young, since no one knows what the future brings. A disastrous situation could happen at any time. So, why...
Lawsuits filed over ownership of Duke Nukem IP rights
Some Ohio residents who are fans of the Duke Nukem games may be aware that yet another legal battle is unfolding over intellectual property rights. Litigation over the game stretches back to 2013, when the company 3D Realms dropped a suit against Gearbox Software...
How does eminent domain affect you?
Property owners have numerous and substantial rights over their property. But these rights may run into the government’s power to take your property through eminent domain. Ohio law governs the state’s power and your rights. Eminent domain Federal and local...
Business may have options other than bankruptcy
The pandemic has been tough on small business. Almost 79 percent of these businesses suffered a moderate to large negative impact during the last few months, according to an Aug. 2020 U.S. Census Bureau small business pulse survey. There are many options, besides...
What kinds of trusts are there?
You’re working on your estate plan, and something that you’re interested in is setting up a trust to pass on your assets to your loved ones. You want to make sure that they’re cared for and that your property has a good home after you pass away. You’re not sure what...

