If you get arrested and charged with drunk driving, you may feel confused and scared. While some people think they have no recourse but to plead guilty, you should know that there are several defenses available in this situation. Duress If you were forced to operate a...
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What to know about contributory negligence
Injured parties can commonly seek damages to pay medical costs, but determining fault may get tricky in some cases. There are several doctrines states use to restrict the amount of compensation in personal injury cases. A plaintiff in West Chester Township, Ohio, is...
New changes to your estate planning
Every year, changes may occur to estate laws in Ohio that will affect estate planning. You should review the new requirements annually to see if they affect your estate plan. There are several key changes in legislation that are expected to take place. Electronic...
A DUI/OVI conviction may come with long-term consequences
The penalties for driving under the influence in Ohio are harsh, even for first-time offenders. Persons convicted of operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI) in Ohio face three days in jail and $375 at a minimum, among other penalties. Those who plead guilty and...
What’s the difference between wills and trusts?
Estate planning should be a big priority for Ohio residents. However, people often question the differences between wills and trusts. Knowing the answer can help when you’re planning your estate. What is a will? A will is a common legal document that’s part of the...
Ohio OVI Laws
For legal purposes, the Ohio state government has transitioned away from more conventional terms like driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated. The term for impaired driving in the state is operating a vehicle under the influence, or OVI. Here is what...
Common auto accident injuries
Stats from the Ohio Transportation Department reveal 295 people were injured in auto accidents in 2011. Wearing seatbelts may not prevent all injuries, but it keeps them from being worse. Drivers in West Chester Township, Ohio, should be aware of common injuries that...
Does a drunk driving arrest affect insurance coverage?
Insurance companies accept the risks associated with a particular client. When someone causes an accident due to being intoxicated behind the wheel, an auto insurance company may cover the losses up to the liability coverage limits. Ohio drivers might feel relief that...
Trendy alcohol-to-go practices could result in legal trouble
In the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, business owners found themselves forced to adapt to a new normal when it came to their operations. Restaurants, in particular, scrambled to keep their respective enterprises afloat without allowing customers into their...
Ohio relaxes open container laws
New open container laws in the state of Ohio allow diners to lawfully purchase to-go cocktails from restaurants. Lawmakers approved the law in an attempt to help restaurant owners increase their revenue. As a consumer, there are some important things you need to know...