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The Mental Process in Commercial Mediation

Commercial mediation is a dynamic process. The most effective and successful mediations occur after exchange of substantive information and evidence regarding the main issues in dispute. Decision makers for the parties, including insurers, should be… Read More
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The Most Common Mistakes in Estate Planning… and How to Fix Them

While creating your Estate Plan is important, creating one that avoids common pitfalls and mistakes is essential! After all, you don’t want to go through all the time it takes to create a plan to protect your loved ones, just to have it riddled… Read More
Categories: Estate Planning
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Should I Get My Severance Agreement Reviewed?

Many people think a severance agreement is straightforward: their employer is paying them to peacefully walk away after the termination of their employment. But this oversimplification can have far-reaching consequences. Many severance agreements con… Read More

Corporate Transparency Act

The new Corporate Transparency Act requires that entities report beneficial ownership information (BOI) to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau within the U.S. Department of Treasury. This is a free filing through the BOI E-fil… Read More
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Is It Time to Review and Update Your Estate Plan?

Your estate plan allows you to control who will manage your affairs when you can no longer handle them yourself and identifies who will receive your property upon your death. If you already have an estate plan — congratulations — you are among a… Read More

Updated FLSA Overtime Rule

The U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule on April 23, 2024, titled, “Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees.” The Rule raises the standard salary level… Read More
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Breach of Contract Defenses: How Do You Respond to a Breach of Contract Claim?

Contracts are essential to running a business and are used in almost every situation involving an agreement or transaction. A written contract is better than an oral contract because the terms of the agreement are written down, eliminating reliance o… Read More
Categories: Litigation
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Breach of Contract Claims: Navigating Commercial Litigation

Contracts are the lifeblood of any business. A contract is a legally binding agreement through which each party promises to do something. When a contract is valid, each party has a right to enforce it. If one party believes the other side is not livi… Read More
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What are the Basic Types of Business Structures (or Entities) in Ohio?

If you are starting a new business in Ohio, it is important to understand the different types of business entities available, which Ohio business entity structure is right for your business, and the short-term and long-term effects of certain entity… Read More
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How a Real Estate Attorney Can Help with Lease Drafting, Review, and Negotiation

A commercial lease agreement is a complex legal document that sets forth the terms and conditions for the rental of a commercial property. It is a legally binding contract that can last several years and will govern the relationship between landlord… Read More
Categories: Real Estate