If you are an Ohio property or business owner, you are probably familiar with the general concept of eminent domain, which allows the government to take your private land for public use, in exchange for paying you compensation. Generally, the government may not take...
“What is eminent domain”? For many people in Ohio who get involved in these types of legal cases, this is the first question they ask. It’s a good place to start. Understanding the basic concepts of eminent domain can help property owners get a grasp of how their...
Many people in the Toledo area who want to own a business do not necessarily want to start their own enterprise from the ground up. These people may be interested in either franchising or purchasing an existing business. The following is an overview of the differences...
Many business owners in the Toledo area have taken the time to create a business plan. A business plan is important for many reasons and those who are just starting a business or those who have been in business for a long time should understand why they are important...
Any property owner who becomes the target of eminent domain will have questions about that power and their own rights. The eminent domain process can be complicated and difficult to navigate, and there are many terms with which you won’t be familiar. One of those is...
According to the U.S. Constitution, the government cannot take a person’s land unless they provide them with just compensation. The process of the government taking private land for public use is known as eminent domain. A property owner may wonder what “just...
Contracts are the foundation of a business, not only within the organization but also in all commercial and transactional interactions. In the business world, contracts define relationships, and business entities rely on well-crafted agreements to keep operations...
A contract dispute that leads to litigation can be costly for your business. A judgment levied against you can also be harmful to your business’s reputation. That’s why it’s oftentimes best to find a way to resolve these matters prior to heading to court. Even if you...
Facing foreclosure on your home is a terrifying prospect. It’s difficult to make decisions when facing significant financial pressure but that’s exactly what you’ll have to do. So it’s important to understand many of the consequences of foreclosure, including the...
Just like private individuals, businesses in the Toledo area can fall into trouble with the Internal Revenue Service, or IRS. The IRS is responsible for collecting income taxes, payroll taxes and other revenue owed to the United States. Sometimes, the issue is that...
