A legal guardian must be appointed for a person who is under 18 and whose parents have died or are declared unfit. The process of obtaining legal guardianship of a minor often represents a significant life change for both the minor and the person who…
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Disagreements are unavoidable, especially in business. You and your business partners may be able to work through rough patches, make amends, and continue moving the business forward with as little disruption to operations as possible. Other times, t…
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When the court finalized your divorce or dissolution of marriage, it may have put a spousal support order in place. Spousal support is intended to ensure that both spouses remain financially stable after a divorce or dissolution of marriage. But as c…
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Buying or selling a house is a complex process that requires knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. While many people opt to work with a realtor when buying or selling a house, an increasing number of real estate transactions are for sale by ow…
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Undue influence in estate planning occurs when one person exerts pressure on another person to make decisions contrary to their best interests. The influencer usually takes advantage of a person to benefit themselves, often for financial gain. The pr…
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Historically, tattoos were reserved for men in the military and people on the fringes of society. But since the 2000s, they have exploded in popularity. Today, tattoos are mainstream and no longer just associated with particular subcultures. Body art…
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In Ohio, a couple who wishes to end their marriage can do so through divorce or dissolution of marriage. To be eligible, the couple must have lived in Ohio for at least six months before filing. Divorce and dissolution of marriage are both ways to en…
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In Ohio, condominium associations and homeowners’ associations (HOAs) are required to maintain funding reserves that allow them to replace or repair major capital items without needing to resort to special assessments. However, unit owners can waiv…
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As a business owner, you have spent your career focused on cash flow, meeting and exceeding customer demands, and managing your employees. But it’s also important to consider what will happen to your business as you enter the next phase, whether th…
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Buying or selling a home often signals the start of a new chapter in your life. But every home has its own history, and unresolved property title issues can present significant difficulties when you are buying or selling a house. Unpaid debts, divorc…
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