For parents, divorce isn’t usually the end of a relationship with your partner. Unless courts deem one parent unfit, it’s ideal for the child’s development to have both parents in his or her life. Yet, it can be challenging for divorced parents to communicate and get...
Year: 2018
Steps to Take if You’re Falsely Accused of a Crime
Most of us think the idea that we could be falsely accused of a crime is close to preposterous. Criminal charges are brought against characters on our favorite TV shows. It might happen to people in real life that we have no connection with. However, even though it...
Three Things that Slow Down the Divorce Process
While emotionally complicated to be certain, the practical, legal process of getting a divorce seems pretty straightforward. You file the necessary paperwork and receive the declaration ending the marriage. However, the emotional and the practical are not easily...
Ohio is a Tort State: What That Means for You
Where car accidents are concerned, you should know whether you live in a tort or a no-fault state. It affects how you pay for car insurance and what happens should you get into an accident. Ohio is a tort state, unlike two of our neighbors, Kentucky and Pennsylvania....
Why is Retirement Litigation on the Rise?
Retirement plans seem simple in theory – utilize money management strategies to save for the future. Yet the goal of a work and a worry-free future has become a legal woe for many. Why is retirement litigation on the rise, and what can you do, as an employer to...
Know the Fireworks Law in Your State
Fireworks are often as synonymous with summer fun as patio furniture, pools, and grills. But know the fireworks law in your state before purchasing and setting off these dazzling pyrotechnics. Different state and local governments restrict fireworks. After all, we’re...
Protecting Yourself Legally as a Pool Owner
It’s time to finally open your home pool! It’s the season for family gatherings, barbecues, impromptu gatherings, pool parties, graduations, weddings, and so much more. As easy as it is to get lost in all the fun, as a pool owner, you’re still responsible for the...
HOA Obligations When Selling Your Home
05 Jun HOA Obligations When Selling Your Home Posted at 13:08h in HOA / COA by Rapier & Bowling 0 Comments 0 Likes When you list your house for sale, you have a lot on your mind. It’s easy to forget about your COA or HOA. You may not think you need to include them...
What to Do if Someone Infringes on Your Trademark
One of the keys to commercial success is branding. You put a lot thought into a company name, logo, voice, and look. You spend considerable time developing name recognition. So what if you discover someone else making money off of your business identity? Learn what to...
Domestic Adoption Versus International Adoption
Adoption is a life-changing decision and one that people enter with great thought and care. The adoption process presents a number of obstacles and options. There are many things to consider. One of the big questions is whether to seek a domestic adoption or pursue an...