Account Planning
By Roger Bostdorff Much of the geography that will see and read this article is farm country. So allow me
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Legal
U.S. Department of Labor updates regulations on resolution procedures for Equal Employment Opportunity laws
Submitted by U.S. DEPT OF LABOR WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs recently announced
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Alcohol regulation in Ohio: What is legal?
By DAVID RABER Lumpe, Raber & Evans A free market in alcoholic beverages has never existed in American history.
Read moreU.S. Department of Labor proposes rule clarifying civil rights protections for religious organizations
Submitted by U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs recently
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Outsourcing Accountability Act back on the table
Dems push for disclosure from companies outsourcing overseas Submitted by SHERROD BROWN WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Sherrod Brown (Ohio)
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State and Federal laws protect consumers who buy and receive gift cards
Law You Can Use: Consumer Information Column By RONALD BURDGE Burdge Law Office Co., LPA Virtually everyone gets or gives
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Retirement?
By JEFF ROTH When it comes to retirement planning there appears to be three age groups. Over 60. These individuals
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Student Legal Services: Lawyers for Students
By MOLLY HEGARTY Student Legal Services at The Ohio State University Like many Americans, undergraduate, graduate and professional students often
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Local rep appointed to cleaner lake group
Submitted by OHIO HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COLUMBUS—Speaker of the House Ryan Smith (R-Bidwell) announced that State Rep. Steven Arndt (R-Port
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Social Security survivor benefits
By DOUGLAS GILDENMEISTER When you think of Social Security, you probably think of retirement. However, Social Security can also provide
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Title IX: Addressing sexual discrimination and violence in schools
Law You Can Use By KRISTINA W. SUPLER & SUSAN C. STONE Ohio State Bar Association Title IX of the
Read moreConsumer Alert:
Individuals Posing as Premier Health Plan Representatives to Steal Premium Funds COLUMBUS — Ohio Department of Insurance Director Jillian Froment is
Read moreWorkers’ comp ‘true-up’ deadline approaching
Submitted by Ohio BWC COLUMBUS – Ohio private employers have until Aug. 15 to complete an important action that is
Read moreThe downsides of joint tenancy
By JEFF ROTH Many bank accounts are owned by two or more people. This means that each individual has an
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Ohio courts play important role for immigrant children
By KIMBERLY JORDAN Justice for Children Project | The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law Starting in 2013, the
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Tax reform is making a big difference for Ohio workers and manufacturers
By SEN. ROB PORTMAN The tax reform and tax cut legislation that passed at the end of last year has
Read moreBuyers must beware when purchasing property
Law You Can Use By ANDREW SMITH Buying a home is a dream and a milestone for many American individuals
Read moreTransfer on Death account explained
By JEFF ROTH A Transfer on Death account is an available option to avoid probate. The account will automatically pass
Read moreUnderstanding Probate
By DOUGLAS GILDENMEISTER When you die, you leave behind your estate. Your estate consists of your assets – all of
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Estate planning and digital assets
LAW YOU CAN USE By DAVID LENZ Ohio State Bar Association Planning for what happens to our assets after
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