Foreclosure Frenzy: Asserting Your Interest in a Foreclosure Action
In Ohio, if you have an interest in a property undergoing foreclosure, it's crucial to assert your interest promptly to protect your rights. Learn the steps to take and how to ensure your claims are considered by the Court.
Landlord Woes: When Your Tenant Files a Bankruptcy Stay During an Eviction Action
Steps landlords can take when a tenant files for bankruptcy during an eviction action in Ohio, and how to navigate the complexities of the legal process.
Understanding Ohio’s Deceptive Trade Practices Act and Its Implications for Businesses
Ohio’s Deceptive Trade Practices Act (ODTPA) is crucial for protecting consumers and businesses from unfair practices. Learn how this legislation can help safeguard your operations and maintain fair competition.
Easier to Sue Contractors in Ohio, But Payouts Are Smaller
The Ohio government has made it easier to sue contractors for bad work on homes, but the amount of money you can get from suing them is now less.
Determining Spousal Support in Ohio Divorce Cases
Spousal support in Ohio is not a fixed formula; it’s determined by a range of financial and personal factors. Learn about the key factors courts consider and why legal guidance is essential.
Should the Kids Stay with One Parent Longer?
Longer visits with more normal days than adventure days makes it feel like home instead of vacation.
My Marriage is Over, Now What? Separation, Dissolution, or Divorce
Ohio law offers three different legal paths when a marriage is ending: legal separation, dissolution, and divorce. This article explains how each option works and when one may make more sense than the others.
Do I Have to Talk to My Ex When He Picks Up the Kids for the Holidays?
If the thought of interacting with your ex during pick-ups and drop-offs has you feeling uneasy, you're not alone.
I Bought a Property in Cleveland with Lead Problems. Can I Undo the Sale?
Beginning back on February 6, 2024, if you purchase a property in Cleveland, the seller is required to provide a special certificate that will inform you of any issues with the property, such as whether it has been flagged by the City of Cleveland for lead-related concerns.
Will Temporary Orders Affect Your Custody Case?
Custody cases can take months to resolve. Temporary orders help create stability during that time and may play an important role as the case moves forward.
Can a Divorce Court Help Save Our Marriage? Maybe!
If you or your spouse are hesitant to move forward with divorce and believe there is still hope for your marriage, conciliation may be an option worth considering.
Can I Sue My Homebuilder for Doing a Bad Job?
When you hire a homebuilder, they must do a good job. This means they need to work like any skilled worker would.
My House Seller Lied About the House, Can I Sue for Fraudulent Misrepresentation?
Discovering hidden defects after closing can leave homebuyers with difficult questions. Learn when Ohio law may allow claims for fraudulent misrepresentation or fraudulent nondisclosure and what evidence matters most.
What is an Option Contract?
An option contract gives you the chance to buy property later, without having to do it right away.
We Are Married, What Legal Duties Do I Owe My Spouse?
Marriage comes with legal responsibilities to support and take care of each other, and failing to do so can have serious consequences.
Does Ohio Recognize Common-Law Marriage?
Living together for years does not automatically create a marriage in Ohio. This article explains the narrow exceptions and what courts look for when someone claims a pre-1991 common-law marriage exists.
Can I Change My Child’s Name After Paternity Is Established in Ohio?
Changing a child's name after paternity has been established requires careful consideration to ensure the decision serves the child's best interests. Learn how courts evaluate these cases and what parents should consider before filing.
Landlord 101: Cleveland Heights Part 2
Landlord 101 is part of a new series of informational posts that reviews what a landlord could expect from each city/town/municipality in the Northeast Ohio area. This article is part 2 for Cleveland Heights and before reading this article, we recommend you begin with part 1.
Landlord 101: Cleveland Heights Part 1
Landlord 101 is part of a new series of informational posts that reviews what a landlord could expect from each city/town/municipality in the Northeast Ohio area. Learn about the eviction process in Cleveland Heights, including the prohibition of ‘self-help’ and the steps required to legally remove a tenant.
Learning About Leases: Letter of Intent
The first step of any commercial lease, whether as Tenant or as Landlord, is to set down the basic terms with a Letter of Intent (LOI). Learn about the essential elements of an LOI and how it can be binding or non-binding based on initial negotiations.