In a significant federal jurisdiction ruling, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit clarified the jurisdictional standards applicable to “mixed actions”—lawsuits that combine requests for both coercive relief (like…
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/ Civil Procedure, Commercial Law & Contracts, Insurance
Grandparents often play a vital role in a child’s life: offering love, support, and stability. But what happens when family conflicts, parental unfitness or other difficult circumstances put that bond at risk? In such cases,…
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/ Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Family Law
As investors increasingly leverage Section 1031 exchanges to defer capital gains taxes, nuanced scenarios involving interest income on exchange proceeds require careful analysis. A critical but often overlooked aspect arises…
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/ Finance & Banking, Real Estate - Commercial, Taxation
Estate planning is a crucial process for anyone looking to protect their family and assets, but for families with a loved one who has special needs, it requires additional considerations. Without proper planning, a…
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/ Family Law, Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
A recent Eleventh District Ohio Court of Appeals decision (Bockelman v. Griffin) reminds us that: 1) fraudulent concealment/non-disclosure is an exception to the general real estate principle of “Caveat Emptor” (Let the Buyer…
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/ Business Torts, Civil Remedies, Real Estate - Residential
It’s difficult to imagine anything more terrifying and devastating than your child being charged with a crime. At a time when you want to do everything in your power to protect your child, parents sometimes find themselves…
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/ Civil Procedure, Criminal Law, Family Law
As attorneys representing families and students with disabilities, we are often asked about the differences between compensatory education and Extended School Year (“ESY”) services for students with disabilities. While both…
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/ Education Law
The intersection of real estate transactions and tax strategy has long been a focal point for investors seeking to optimize returns while minimizing liabilities. Two powerful tools in this arena – the Membership Interest…
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/ Business Organizations, Real Estate - Commercial, Taxation
On May 12, the House Ways and Means Committee released its long-anticipated reconciliation package—an expansive tax and spending bill aimed at extending the 2017 Trump tax cuts and cementing key fiscal priorities before the TCJA…
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/ Elections & Politics, Taxation
In response to a controversial Ohio Supreme Court ruling, State Senator Bill DeMora (D-Columbus) has introduced Senate Bill 38, which aims to put juries – as opposed to judges – in charge of determining liability when a consumer…
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/ Constitutional Law, Consumer Protection, Products Liability
Liam Payne’s sudden and tragic death shocked the world—but what followed should concern anyone without an estate plan. Despite a $32 million fortune, the former One Direction star left no will, leaving behind a young son, an…
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/ Art, Entertainment, & Sports Law, Family Law, Wills, Trusts, & Estate Planning
What Employers Need to Know -
On April 28, 2025, the Cleveland City Council passed Ordinance No. 104-2025, introducing significant changes to hiring practices for employers within the city. This legislation mandates pay…
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/ Administrative Law, Civil Rights, Labor & Employment Law
Ohio courts are reaffirming a consistent and increasingly important theme: if your contract contains an arbitration clause, expect to be held to it.
Three recent appellate decisions—Denham v. Encino Energy, LLC,…
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/ Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Commercial Law & Contracts, Construction Law
Contested vs. Uncontested: At first glance, the distinction between these terms can seem intimidating. “Contested” may suggest a drawn-out legal battle, while “uncontested” sounds simple and straightforward. But are these…
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/ Civil Procedure, Family Law
Amid ongoing conversations about student focus and classroom distractions, Ohio lawmakers are considering new measures to regulate cellphone use in schools. These discussions reflect growing concerns among educators, parents,…
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/ Administrative Law, Communications & Media Law, Education Law
