In many families, their furry or feathery friends are considered to be family members too. In many states, pets are legally seen as property, but animal rights advocates are pushing to have animals recognized as a separate class of property in divorce cases to ensure...
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What Fines Should I Expect to Pay for a DUI/OVI?
In Ohio, you can expect that your DUI or OVI charges may be punished by heavy fines. The amount of fines you may be ordered to pay can vary greatly, depending on the circumstances of your DUI/OVI case. Factors such as prior DUIs, your blood alcohol content (BAC), and...
Telling Your Kids about Divorce
Getting a divorce can be difficult, especially when children are involved. One of the greatest challenges that divorcing parents encounter is how they are going to break the news to their kids. It is inevitable that divorce will have a devastating impact on their...
Got an OVI on Labor Day Weekend in Ohio?
Labor Day weekend is one of the most popular holidays for celebration and drinking. However, it is also a popular holiday for OVI/DUIs. Just like any other popular holiday in the United States, such as Independence Day and Thanksgiving, Labor Day weekend correlates...
Dead Gorillas, Alligators, Child Injuries, and Parenting Rights
A little boy wades in a lagoon next to an outdoor movie and an alligator drags him away and into the Florida swamp. My kid came back from his visit, and he or she was injured, but it too young to tell me what happened. What do I do? Or maybe your child comes home from...
Your Rights During a Field Sobriety Test
Did an officer stop or pull you over because he or she suspected you were driving drunk? At The Meadows Law Firm, we know that facing the police one-on-one is a frightening situation. You are not sure what will happen next, what the police will say or do, or what will...
Do I Really Need to Hire An Attorney For My OVI Charge?
Do I really need to hire an attorney if I have been charged with OVI? The short answer is "maybe." The first thing you do need to do however, is to meet with an attorney who is knowledgeable about: the current OVI laws, the court that you will be going to and who...
