The engagement is off, can I get my ring back?
In Ohio, the fate of an engagement ring depends on where you live. While the second district allows the receiver to keep the ring if the donor is at fault, other districts return the ring to the donor regardless of fault. Learn about the legal nuances and implications for marriage gifts.
How to Remove a Mechanic’s Lien from Your Ohio Property
Discovering a mechanic’s lien on your property can be alarming—but Ohio law gives you ways to fight back. Learn how to remove a lien from your property.
Divorce vs. Dissolution in Ohio: Key Differences Explained
If you're considering separation in Northeast Ohio, understanding the legal differences between divorce and dissolution can help you make informed decisions about your next steps.
Cleveland Evictions: Lead Safe Update
The Ohio Court has invalidated the Cleveland Municipal Housing Court's rule requiring landlords to provide lead safe certification before evicting a tenant. Learn about the implications of this decision and how it affects the eviction process in Cleveland.
Negligent Home Inspection?
Ohio now requires licensed home inspectors for residential inspections. Learn your rights and options if your inspection was negligent.
Beating a Default Judgment In Ohio
Receiving a garnishment order can be alarming, especially if it's tied to a default judgment in a case you were unaware of. Learn how to challenge and potentially overturn such judgments by proving mistake, confusion, or lack of proper service.
Do You Need a Written Contract to Buy a House in Ohio?
Ohio law requires written contracts for real estate sales under the Statute of Frauds. Learn why oral agreements fail and how to protect your investment.
Contested Guardianship; How to Get a Medical Evaluation for an Unwilling Ward
Are you worried about a loved one's declining mental health and unsure how to intervene? Discover the essential steps to obtain guardianship and ensure their safety, even when they resist medical evaluations.
Can you Disinherit a Child in Ohio? Estate Planning Attorney Explains
Disinheriting a child in Ohio requires more than just a simple exclusion in your will. Learn the legal steps and considerations to ensure your wishes are upheld and your estate is distributed as intended.
Bought a House With Water Damage. What Can I Do?
Bought a home and discovered hidden water damage? Learn what Ohio law says about “as is” clauses, fraud claims, and how to protect your rights with Real Estate Attorney Nicholas Weiss.
Can Parenting Time Be Withheld Because of COVID-19?
Can parenting time be withheld due to COVID-19 concerns? Discover how Ohio's stay-at-home order impacts visitation rights and what legal actions can be taken if a parent refuses to comply with custody agreements.
Fighting Automatic Lease Renewals: A Guide for Ohio Landlords and Tenants
You’re locked into a lease that auto-renewed. Or are you? Learn how Ohio’s statute of conveyances can be a powerful tool to exit an otherwise automatically renewing lease without financial penalty.
My Roofer Broke My Roof. What Can I Do If They Can’t Pay?
Struggling with a contractor who left your roof unfinished? Find out how municipal bonds can help you recover damages and ensure your roof is repaired.
We Bought a House Together and then We Broke Up. What Do We Do?
Breaking up is hard enough, but what do you do with the house you bought together? Discover the options available to unmarried couples facing this dilemma and learn how to navigate the legal complexities involved.

