Some people who are dealing with debt problems cannot fathom the possibility of seeking bankruptcy protection. They may believe that bankruptcy is only for cheats, deadbeats and financial failures; and since they do not fit into those categories, bankruptcy is not an...
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2 reasons why millennials avoid estate planning ― and why they are wrong
According to a recent survey conducted by Care.com, only 42 percent of adults in the U.S. have an estate plan — meaning an alarming 6 out of 10 have no wills or trusts in place should they pass away. While these numbers are bad enough, they are actually even worse...
Do’s and don’t of prenuptial agreements
As we have learned over the years of representing people in divorces, prenuptial agreements are becoming much more mainstream. No longer are they reserved for celebrities or the uber-rich. However, the reasons for hatching a prenup may be varied; whether they are...
The dangers of debt consolidation firms
You see the commercials now and again about people just like you who are trapped by crushing debt, unable to move on with their lives, or always living check to check. They also incorporate a consoling theme about it being okay to ask for help in getting out of debt...
The value of good friends for divorcees
The sentiment from the opening theme of “The Golden Girls” is not limited to retired women in South Florida. We know that divorcees in Ohio can appreciate the support and candor that comes from a trusted friend. Indeed, having a skilled attorney is important in...
Do grandparents in Ohio have visitation rights?
While many people are not aware of this, grandparents may have a right to visitation under Ohio law – although it depends on the circumstances. In fact, while grandparents have historically had no legal rights when it came to their grandchildren, Ohio now has specific...
What to consider when offered a plea deal
If you are being charged with a crime, whether it is federal drug possession or trafficking charges or state based property theft such as burglary or grand larceny, it is likely not lost on you that these are serious charges that carry stiff penalties. In light of...
How to avoid spring break parenting time disputes
The rare warm weather in February is a reminder of two things: winter is almost over, and spring break is on the horizon. Unfortunately, parenting time disputes are common when it comes to dividing time during spring break. Because of this, we thought it appropriate...
Letting go of tax debt through bankruptcy
Tax season is certainly not fun for people dealing with debt. Not only are creditors breathing down their necks for payments they may not have, they may have to endure the possibility that they may owe income taxes at a time where most people are anticipating refunds....
Teen Sexting: Stupid… And Possibly Criminal
Have you ever heard the term sexting? Essentially, it is the act of taking, sending or receiving nude photos or sexually suggestive messages by cellphone or another electronic device. While sexting is often a bad idea — particularly if the images are made public — it...
