Speeding is something that happens on Ohio roadways all the time. Going a little over the speed limit seems to be natural for most drivers. Even if you are vigilant about following speed limits, there may be a time when your foot gets a little heavy, and you creep...
Year: 2019
What is a trace-back case?
Holding people accountable for drunk driving is one of the only ways to combat it. Penalties in Ohio for drunk driving are stiff, but drivers are not the only people the state is holding accountable for drunk driving. When it comes to fatal or serious DUI accidents in...
What should you know about Chapter 13 repayment plans in Ohio?
If you are struggling with debt, despite having a regular income, you are not alone. Like others in Ohio who find themselves in this situation, you may consider options such as filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy. The core of Chapter 13 cases, it is important that you...
Bellefontaine man pleads no contest for fatal OVI crash
Ohio residents facing serious charges for operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol have the right to a strong defense that asserts their innocence. Understanding the different pleas available and how it may work to plead guilty, not guilty or...
How should you respond when you discover your teen is sexting?
Sexting is the act of digitally sending or sharing explicit texts or images. Despite common misconceptions, sexting does not have to involve sending nude or semi-nude photos, though it often does. Additionally, one need not send explicit text or images by phone to...
Turning your life around after divorce
Some people have negative images come to mind when they think about the divorce process, whether they picture a heated custody dispute or emotional and financial challenges associated with various family law issues. To be sure, divorce can be very challenging in a...
A failed field sobriety test is not always proof of OVI
Before you can be convicted of operating a vehicle impaired, the Ohio prosecutor must provide evidence that you were, in fact, intoxicated. If a law enforcement officer administered the standardized field sobriety tests and used the results as the basis for arresting...
Stopping debt collection with the automatic stay
People who owe more than they can pay quickly learn that debt collectors push the boundaries of the collections tactics allowed by the law, or often ignore the law entirely. Dealing with collections calls is only one of many stressful things that unmanageable debt...
How can I repair my credit history after bankruptcy?
If you're faced massive debt, bankruptcy is a good option to get your finances back in order. However, you're probably concerned about the impact filing will have on your credit history and how this will affect your ability to secure loans and credit in the future. In...
What do I need to know about the insanity defense?
Due in part to its popularity in crime fiction and on the big screen, many people in Ohio think of the insanity defense as a foolproof tactic when facing criminal charges. Unfortunately, this is far from true. The insanity defense is rarely used in court and its...