There are all kinds of sample contracts available online, and most of them seem like they follow an authoritative and standard pattern with all the language one might expect in a formal agreement. “Standard,” however, doesn’t mean that a contract is truly useful (or...
Partnerships are much like marriages. Two people with similar ambitions agree to share their skills and resources for the benefit of both parties. Like a marriage, a partnership requires the voluntary mutual cooperation of both parties. Misconduct could do real damage...
Most adults are at least roughly familiar with the concept of medical malpractice. They understand that if a physician is negligent or does something unsafe, they may have grounds for a lawsuit. Medical doctors are not the only ones who must obtain a specialized...
Sometimes, partnerships begin with shared dreams and a perfect alignment of goals. The late nights, the handshake deals and the excitement of growth; it can all feel unstoppable in the beginning. But over time, differences can quietly surface. What once felt like...
By combining resources, skills and networks, business partners can achieve more collectively than they could individually. However, while partnerships can bring significant advantages, they also come with challenges that can strain relationships. Disagreements are...
Agreements form the foundation of nearly every business and personal relationship. From employment offers to service contracts, they set expectations and create a sense of security between the parties involved. When everything goes smoothly, it’s easy to take those...
Hiring a professional means you trust and expect them to provide you with services that meet the standard of their profession. But when they fall short of these expectations, you might wonder if their mistakes amount to malpractice. Not every error is grounds for a...
When your attorney fails to uphold their professional duties, the consequences reach far beyond a lost case or delayed resolution. You may be left with financial losses, emotional stress and missed opportunities that cannot be undone. If you are considering a legal...
Probate is the process to deal with the debts and property of someone who has died. If the decedent left a will, his or her property is distributed according to their expressed wishes. However, if the person died without a will (what the law calls “intestate”), the property is distributed according to Ohio law. Not All Property Goes Through Probate…
Ordinarily, a child support order terminates when the child reaches the age of 18 or graduates from high school. However, many parents aren’t blessed with children that can leave the home when they reach adulthood. In 1984, the Ohio Supreme Court recognized these special children in the case Castle v. Castle, 15 Ohio St.3d 279 (1984). In Castle, the Court…