Focus Newsletter: Issue 1, 2023
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Ohio Allows Postnuptial Agreements
As of March 23, 2023, postnuptial agreements are legally valid and enforceable in Ohio. Ohio has long recognized prenuptial agreements, but it had resisted the addition of postnuptial agreements, which were embraced by other states. Much like prenuptial agreements, the postnuptial requires the following minimum standards: (i) agreement in writing and signed by both spouses; (ii)…
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Paul Zimmer honored by the Ohio State Bar Association
Paul Zimmer was honored by the Ohio State Bar Association for 50 years of practice. Congratulations, Paul, for this impressive accomplishment.
How the Property Title is Listed on Your Deed Matters
At Pickrel, Schaeffer & Ebeling, we receive many calls regarding deeds. They range from: The legal description is incorrect Release of dower How the title to the property is listed on the deed Of the items above, the most common is how the title is listed on a deed; unfortunately, it is generally not discovered…
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Severance Agreements: National Labor Relations Board Reinstates Prohibition on Certain Waivers, Confidentiality, and Non-Disparagement Clauses
On February 21, in McLaren Macomb and Local 40 RN Staff Council, Office, and Professional Employees, International Union (OPEIU), AFL–CIO, The National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) overturned its prior decisions in 2020 to announce that its current stance on severance agreement clauses that prohibit employees from making disparaging statements about their former employer in exchange…
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Protecting your interests following a personal injury accident
Take care of yourself. If you are feeling pain symptoms following the accident, get medical attention as soon as possible. If symptoms don’t arise until later, get medical attention right away. Consistency in documenting your injuries, treatment, and recovery is extremely important in presenting an effective claim. Even if you haven’t seen them, make sure…
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Jeff Senney addresses Centerville BNI Group
Jeff Senney addressed his Centerville BNI Group sharing life stories, family, and a little business.
Stay Safe and Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the Smart Way
With St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, be sure to arrange for a ride service or a designated driver if you intend to imbibe during the holiday. An OVI in Ohio is life-changing, potentially career-altering, and very expensive. In Ohio, a first-offense OVI is typically a misdemeanor of the first degree under Ohio Revised…
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Celebrating International Women’s Day
Today and every day, we are grateful for the women in our lives who inspire and support us. This includes YOU – the women who get up every day and make it happen. PSE THANKS YOU!
How Important is Correct Notarization on Legal Documentation?
Simply put, a notary mistake or improper notary certificate can cause legal issues with the enforceability of the document. For real estate documents, an improper notarization has the potential of causing the document to be rejected for recording by the County Recorder. Because of recent changes to Ohio laws regarding notarial acts in 2019, with…
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