If you and your spouse or significant other decide to split up, the best outcome for you and your children is to co-parent amicably. This means a clear understanding of — and respect for — your co-parenting agreement. Nonetheless, our lives are dynamic, and things...
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How Surveillance Video Can Be Used For or Against You
Our world is full of cameras. Our laws allow video recording of public spaces. That means that any time you are in public, you might be on camera. You are certainly part of recordings in convenience stores and banks. Whether such footage will ever see use in a lawsuit...
What Power Does Your HOA Have Over Holiday Decorations?
Now that the holiday season is upon us, let’s talk about something that people either love or hate. No, we’re not talking about eggnog. People tend to have strong feelings about holiday decorations. When you live in an HOA or COA community, those feelings might...
Planning Your Estate When You Don’t Have Children
Facing choices that consider the end of life is difficult. Planning your estate when you don’t have children may present even more significant complications. With no children, you may skip estate planning. But it’s still critically important. Knowing how to proceed,...
What Qualifies as a Hostile Work Environment?
The past few years have seen a rise in schools taking action to deter bullying among students. Did you know there’s also a movement to curb bullying in the workplace? According to HR Professionals Magazine, “Based on a study conducted by SHRM, about half (51%) of...
What Does the 14th Amendment Actually Say?
The 1860s in America was a tumultuous time. The Civil War started in 1861 and ended in 1865. Afterward, the Reconstruction Era produced three new Constitutional amendments. The 13th Amendment to the US Constitution officially ended slavery in America. It was ratified...
Everything You Need to Know about Concealed Carry Laws in Ohio
Gun ownership is a much-discussed, often emotional, yet sometimes misunderstood topic. The state of Ohio allows concealed carry. Whether you wish to carry a gun or just want to better understand and take part in the conversation, review the facts about concealed carry...
How and When to Get a Restraining Order
A restraining order, or order of protection, can be a vital tool in ending or preventing future harm or abuse. This legal document sets punishment for those identified as committing harassment or assault. Learn more about how to get a restraining order, an important...
What You Should Know About Ohio Hazing Laws
Did you know that 47% of students experience hazing even before college? For example, in 2014, seven New Jersey high school football players faced hazing charges, as their town’s newspaper reported. If that weren’t enough, statistics from StopHazing.org show that 3 in...
Ohio Castle Doctrine: Self-Defense in Your Home
It can be alarming to hear news stories of homeowners defending themselves and their property, and many films include such tension-packed scenes. If you live in Ohio, learn what means of defense homeowners can take if something like this should happen. Learn more...