Getting caught shoplifting triggers a series of distressing problems. Some are psychological: You feel ashamed. You get mad at yourself. Telling your family is super stressful. You feel you let them down. The store that caught you will likely issue a trespass warning,...
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What happens if you make a mistake in bankruptcy court?
Filing for bankruptcy can be complicated, so it’s easy to make a mistake — but some mistakes can be costlier than others. When you first file for bankruptcy, you have to file “schedules,” which are very detailed lists of all your income, expenses, assets and debts....
You can skip probate?
Yes — it is true, for many kinds of assets. The best way to keep a critical asset out of the probate process is not to own it – at least, not all by yourself. We at Mahaffey & Associates LLC encourage clients in the Toledo area to consider the benefits of...
Should your business file Chapter 7 or Chapter 11 bankruptcy?
If business is no longer booming, it may be time to consider bankruptcy — but first you need to take some time to consider your options. First, take a hard look at your business. Ask yourself the following questions about your business in order to determine if it is...
Self-defense is still allowed despite illegal activity
Being engaged in an illegal activity doesn’t negate your right to act in your own self-defense. Being on the losing end of a gun battle doesn’t necessarily mean the survivors won’t get charged with some form of murder if they started the fight. Those are the basic...
Important things to know about bail conditions
If you have been arrested and are being held pending your first appearance, it is normal to wonder how you will get out of jail. For those who have loved ones behind bars in the same situation, getting them out of custody is a prime concern. Fortunately, one of the...
Ohio’s opioid epidemic is putting pressure on law enforcement
Ohio is in the middle of an epidemic: Over the past couple of years, the state has seen a dramatic increase in opioid use. More and more people are becoming hooked on opioids – especially fentanyl, but others as well such as heroin, morphine, and certain prescription...
Supreme Court does not expand FDCPA for debt buying companies
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) was developed in 1977 to protect consumers from unscrupulous debt collection practices. Among its provisions, creditors are prevented from using abusive practices in the process of collecting debts, including using...
Will Sessions’ memo affect criminal defendants?
The latest news about U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions will be about what he know about the meeting between President Trump and ousted FBI Director James Comey. But one piece of news that may not garner headlines is Sessions’ efforts to roll back Obama era efforts...
Four mistakes to avoid when getting divorced
If you are considering divorce, it is important to know what you are getting into just as much as what you are getting out of. Indeed, you want to get out of a troubled relationship, but it is also critical that you minimize the mistakes that can lead to a long,...
