There are a lot of steps new Ohio parents take when welcoming a new bundle of joy into their home. One of the less thought-about steps is estate planning. It might seem like a grim topic for new parents to talk about, but it’s important to make sure there are plans in...
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Ways to prevent teen drunk driving
One teen dies every hour on the weekends from drunk driving accidents in Ohio. Additionally, one teenager dies every two hours during the week from drunk driving accidents. Teenage drivers seem to be particularly at risk of drinking and driving due to their lack of...
Some adult bed rails can cause injury or death
Thousands of older or disabled Ohio residents use physical aids like walkers and portable bed rails to protect themselves and prevent them from injuring themselves. However, sometimes these devices don't work as they should. Portable bed rails manufactured by Mobility...
Financial tips for couples going through a divorce
Ohio couples that have decided to end their marriage will need to face the financial challenges that the divorce process creates. Whether they are concerned with the division of property or their retirement accounts, the financial decisions made during the divorce can...
How can life insurance help your Ohio estate plan
Estate planning is a pretty straight forward process for most Ohioans. With that being said, there are additional estate planning tools that can help prepare your beneficiaries for the challenges that come with your passing. One of these tools is an irrevocable life...
Police mistakes that can cancel your DUI charges
Getting arrested for DUI in the state of Ohio doesn't have to ruin your life. If you feel that you have a valid case to make, you can do so. The police officers who conducted your field sobriety test are only human. They can and do make mistakes. If you can prove an...
The rules governing OVI checkpoints
Sobriety checkpoints, also known as DUI or OVI checkpoints, have been legal in the U.S. since 1990. That year, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the government's interest in preventing impaired driving car accidents outweighed the Fourth Amendment's prohibition...
What are an executor’s duties?
An estate plan is important if you are an Ohio adult even if you have few assets and no dependents, and an important part of that estate plan is choosing the right executor n your will. An executor is the person who will be in charge of administering your estate....
Ways to challenge a breathalyzer
If an officer suspects a drunk driver, they may pull them over to test for intoxication. They commonly start by observing the driver, conducting field tests, then administering a breath test. However, the accuracy is often debated, and drivers in West Chester...
Gray divorce financial worries in Ohio
A gray divorce could leave spouses dealing with troubles they never expected. Going from married to single life as an older person previously married for many years may have financial implications. Ohio couples who are over 50 could benefit from examining their new...