Running a business in today’s regulatory-heavy and litigious society is complicated. From day one, deciding on how to form a business and which entity type is the most appropriate, there are a thousand things that take our clients away from what they do best, run...
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What are some common types of lawsuits Ohio businesses may face?
Businesses in the greater Toledo metro area are often the focus of litigation, from employees, contractors or other businesses. The following is a brief overview of some common types of lawsuits businesses might face. Lawsuits based on discrimination Many business...
New bill could end current eminent domain suits in Ohio
Owning land and property is the goal for many residents in Ohio and elsewhere; however, there are ways some or all of one’s property could be taken from them despite having all financial aspects in line. Through eminent domain, the government could take the land of...
Being detail oriented during closing can avoid litigation later
Paperwork is an essential component of a real estate transaction and there are often stacks and stacks of documents to sign before the deal can be completed. There might be people pressuring an Ohio resident into signing them fast, but it is important to go through...
Compensatory damages in breach of contract claims
Contracts form the backbone of many business dealings in Ohio, but what happens if one party fails to meet their obligations as agreed upon? When this happens, the aggrieved party may choose to pursue a breach of contract claim in order to obtain damages. The main...
Can I contest an eminent domain action against my land?
If your land is determined to be necessary for a governmental function, either the federal government or the government of Ohio could use the power of eminent domain to lay claim to your property. How the government’s eminent domain powers work Eminent domain is a...
Methods that may prevent shareholder disputes
Shareholders want their businesses to be successful. But they may disagree on how to achieve success and create disputes. However, destructive shareholder disputes and business litigation may be prevented. Dispute impacts A shareholder dispute may be costly if it goes...
Details are crucial in real estate law matters
Many Ohio residents will be involved in some type of real estate transaction in their lives. From signing a lease for an apartment or commercial space, to purchasing your first home or addressing an eminent domain claim on your land, there is no shortage of different...
Don’t let fraudulent misrepresentation derail your business
To have a successful business, you need some sort of stability. You need steady supply chains and reliable employees, as well marketing strategies that are consistent and in-line with your standards. These things might seem like they fall into place on their own, but...
What is just compensation for eminent domain land?
Occasionally there are circumstances where a private landowner is forced to sell their property to the government for public use. This is called eminent domain and is legal in Ohio. When a government wants to use a private owner’s land, they have to give the landowner...