As the holiday season ends and the calendar flips to January, many contemplate significant life changes. One of the most notable trends during this time is the surge in divorce filings, earning January the reputation as the biggest month for marital dissolutions. People generally expect the holiday season to be a time for joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, it can also be a time when marital issues intensify and come to the surface. The pressure to have that picture-perfect familial bliss can exacerbate underlying tensions. Reasons why people divorce in January The strain of financial ..read more

As the holiday season ends and the calendar flips to January, many contemplate significant life changes. One of the most notable trends during this time is the surge in divorce filings, earning January the reputation as the biggest month for marital dissolutions. People generally expect the holiday season to be a time for joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, it can also be a time when marital issues intensify and come to the surface. The pressure to have that picture-perfect familial bliss can exacerbate underlying tensions. Reasons why people divorce in January The strain of financial ..read more

Mistakes are part of growing up. Unfortunately, some mistakes haunt us for longer than others. Those of us who made a mistake that resulted in a criminal record can relate. The presence of a criminal record makes it difficult to get employment and housing. It can even make it difficult get scholarships and pursue higher levels of education. This record can hold you back from truly moving on with your life — even after you have served your time and paid for your crime. Thankfully, there are ways to get rid of a criminal record. How can I get rid of my criminal record? There are generally two op ..read more

Billboard.com estimates that 32 million people attend at least one U.S. music festival annually. Lollapalooza, SXSW, and Coachella are at the top in destinations. However, countless smaller local events dot the nation with equally enthusiastic music lovers. Attendance can run from the thousands to the tens of thousands, sometimes leading to serious criminal allegations. An annual tradition for music lovers Every year, hundreds of musicians from all corners of the United States gather every September in Thornville, Ohio, for the Lost Lands Festival. The latest event was from September 22nd to t ..read more

Divorce is a complex and stressful time for anyone going through it, especially when children are involved. Many parents choose to co-parent after their divorce, which is a choice parents usually make thinking of the best interests of their children. Co-parenting is an excellent choice for parents who want to remain in their children’s lives as much as possible and to try to mitigate the damage that divorce can cause. Divorce is painful for children, but with the right tools and attitude, parents can help their children get through this time and continue to prosper. For co-parenting to work, b ..read more

Divorce is difficult for anyone who goes through it, and tensions often run high between the parties. Between the legal aspects of divorce to the changes in family dynamics, divorce can take a heavy emotional and mental toll on anyone. The pressures involved in the process can easily lead people to make mistakes during a divorce. Some of these mistakes can be costly, so understanding and avoiding them is essential. Hiding information from your attorney Your attorney is tasked with representing you and advocating for your best interests. Often, people fail to disclose important information with ..read more

Ohio officials are cracking down on drunk driving throughout the state. Like very other state in the country, drunk driving is illegal in Ohio. One thing that is a bit unique, is that we in the Buckeye state often refer to this as operating a vehicle while impaired (OVI) instead of driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI). Ohio officials also regularly conduct OVI checkpoints, also known as sobriety checks. OVI checkpoints involve officials setting up roadblocks and screening motorists, looking for signs of intoxication. This could include a visual check for blood s ..read more

Divorce is difficult for anyone who goes through it, and tensions often run high between the parties. Between the legal aspects of divorce to the changes in family dynamics, divorce can take a heavy emotional and mental toll on anyone. The pressures involved in the process can easily lead people to make mistakes during a divorce. Some of these mistakes can be costly, so understanding and avoiding them is essential. Hiding information from your attorney Your attorney is tasked with representing you and advocating for your best interests. Often, people fail to disclose important information with ..read more

Ohio lawmakers recently passed a law that increases the penalties associated with allegations of strangulation. It went into effect earlier this year. Representatives from the prosecutor’s office have stated that they will use this new law as a tool to help put more domestic violence offenders “behind bars.” What is the new law? The law defines “strangulation or suffocation” as any act or application of pressure to the throat or neck that would impede the another individual’s normal breathing or circulation of blood. It also includes acts like covering someone’s nose and mouth. There are three ..read more

Countless scenarios exist following the flashing lights reflecting in the mirror or a criminal suspect’s car. For many Ohio residents who use marijuana legally and face criminal charges, the level of THC in their system could lead to an arrest. New legislation could change what many believe is a disconnect in state law that allows for legally purchased medication from a dispensary or smoke shop. Yet, the purchase and subsequent use could result in an Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence (OVI) arrest. Much-needed revisions to drug laws Current statutes are believed to be woefully outdat ..read more