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Criminal prosecutions require the government to prove specific elements beyond a reasonable doubt before you can be convicted of a crime. Two fundamental components form the foundation of most criminal charges: actus reus (the guilty act) and mens rea (the guilty...
Making an offer to purchase residential real estate is complex. Buyers typically submit a multi-page document with a variety of specific terms. They offer a specific price and may propose a timeline for assuming possession of the property. In many cases, the offers...
Dooring is one of the most dangerous and common types of accidents cyclists face, especially in urban areas. It occurs when a driver or passenger opens a car door into the path of an oncoming bicyclist, leaving them with little or no time to react. In the Buckeye...
You sometimes hear people talk about the divorce rate in the United States, but they may have very different opinions. For some, it seems like divorce is becoming more common all the time, and the institution of marriage just isn’t what it was for previous...
Blended families can bring unique joys. However, when it comes to estate planning, without a clear plan in place, misunderstandings and unintended consequences can create stress for loved ones during an already difficult period. A well-structured estate plan can...
Guardianship in Ohio may involve control over an individual's daily life and/or their assets. In some cases, the courts specifically limit the power of a guardian to one type of authority or the other. Other times, they assume authority in both areas by default. Those...
Fighting back against criminal charges requires an understanding of the law and careful preparation. The charges a defendant faces and the evidence gathered by the state can both affect the best strategy to use. Some defense lawyers can prove that their clients did...
When someone is arrested in Ohio, they may be eligible for bail, which allows them to be released from jail while awaiting trial. Bail serves as a financial guarantee that ensures the defendant will appear in court as required by law. If a defendant attends all...
More than 3,000 people die each year in the United States because of drivers who aren’t focused solely on driving. That equates to an average of nine deaths per day caused by distracted driving. This is a major safety issue because it’s one that’s fully preventable....
We trust our healthcare providers to care for us and our loved ones. But all too often, appointments are hurried affairs, with the physician doing only a cursory exam before making a diagnosis and sending us on our way. Some of us understand the importance of being...