Been Unfairly Arrested?
For decades we have been committed to fighting for justice for all of our clients.
For decades we have been committed to fighting for justice for all of our clients.
Now, more than ever, it is essential you find an experienced attorney who is dedicated to ensuring your rights are protected.
We have been honored to serve countless families in Northeast Ohio and worked diligently to give them the most fair, just outcome possible.
If you find yourself facing criminal charges we strongly encourage you to contact us immediately. Our offices never close and we are open 24-7 for you.
July 4th Brings Fireworks and DUIs
The bars are open and so are the roads, making Independence Day weekend a dangerous combination.
The bars are open and so are the roads, making Independence Day weekend a dangerous combination.
It’s officially summer and after months cooped up in the house, we can finally escape the confines of our homes to celebrate with family and friends.
But before you get too excited to get behind that wheel again, don’t forget there will be extra eyes looking for any hint of impairment.
This big holiday weekend statistically brings above average DUI arrests and fatal traffic accidents.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol reported “eight people lost their lives in four traffic crashes during the July Fourth reporting period. Impairment was determined to be a factor in at least one of those crashes.”
We advise designating a sober driver and also having an honest conversation with your teenagers and college kids who are home and ready to party.
If you find yourself facing charges, our office is open 24/7 even on holiday weekends and we are ready to work to give you the best possible outcome.
Working From Home Entitles You to the Same Legal Protections
Did you know employers are still liable for injuries even if they occur at home?
Did you know employers are still liable for injuries even if they occur at home?
The Pittsburgh Post Gazette recently reported on this issue, “Under the Family Medical Leave Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, anxiety — which according to recent Census Bureau data is impacting 30% of Americans right now — is a covered condition. Plus, there is new COVID-19 federal legislation that applies to smaller businesses than would be covered under FMLA.”
Whether you are an employer or an employee, it is vital you are aware of your responsibilities and rights during these current conditions.
There is actually a legal precedent for an employee who rain downstairs at home and sustained an injury that was ruled to be covered as it occurred while she was trying to fulfill her duties as an employee.
We advise every small business owner to ensure they are properly following protocol and as an employee, it is important for you to understand your legal rights.
If you need legal expertise on this growing issue as we navigate these new waters, contact us.
Stay at Home Limitations See Increase in Divorce
Being stuck at home together for months on end would cause any relationship to unravel and divorce requests have significantly spiked since the outbreak of the coronavirus.
Being stuck at home together for months on end would cause any relationship to unravel and divorce requests have significantly spiked since the outbreak of the coronavirus.
Lawyer Monthly found, “Searches for ‘I want a divorce’ remain popular, with some firms claiming to see a 154% increase in Google searches and a 40% increase in divorce enquiries immediately after lockdown.”
We have experience representing all sides so whether you are a mom looking to get spousal and child support, or a man seeking to protect your businesses, investments and properties, we are ready to fight for you.
Your best interests are our best interests so we encourage you not to wait another day and contact us to begin the divorce process and protect your rights every step of the way.
Ready to Celebrate Father's Day with Custody?
Our office has extensive experience representing fathers in major custody battles, and we are ready to fight for you.
Divorce can be challenging enough, but custody issues can be a completely different matter altogether.
Our office has extensive experience representing fathers in major custody battles, and we are ready to fight for you.
With vast expertise in all areas of Ohio family law, we are poised to ensure you get the custody you deserve.
We have proudly represented countless parents on both sides, and have even secured full custody for fathers, not an easy feat.
Don’t let another day go by where you are kept away from your children and contact us today.
Is Underage Drinking Increasing?
With schools and colleges closed for the rest of the academic year, teens are now all back home and may want to continue those college parties.
With schools and colleges closed for the rest of the academic year, teens are now all back home and may want to continue those college parties.
Recently Fox 8 reported police being called to a house party with underage drinking right in Rocky River.
A concerned citizen called police out of concern for the social distancing order and when they arrived on the scene Rocky River police found many underage college students along with open alcohol containers.
Under these new restrictions parents are facing even more challenges, and ensuring no underage drinking or drinking under the influence occurs is vital.
If you find yourself facing charges for supplying alcohol to minors, or if your teen is arrested for underage drinking, we are available 24/7 and will work to give you the best possible outcome.
Ohio Restrictions Enforceable by Law?
Our office has been working tirelessly to help clients in the midst of these current conditions and if you are in need of help, contact us today.
It has now been two months since schools, offices and all non-essential businesses closed.
We have become accustomed to the new normal of staying at home only with our immediate family.
With Gov. Mike DeWine’s stay at home shelter order, Scene magazine reported, “DeWine repeated that these protocols will now be part of an order, "not a suggestion," and that they can be enforced by both local health departments and law enforcement.”
This means hosting parties, an event or even a larger family function with more than 10 people is in direct violation of the state orders and is in fact enforceable by law.
We have been encouraging all family members to take a walk outside if things escalate or get heated inside the house, and as the restrictions ease and businesses slowly re-open, we continue to follow all protocols as these are legally mandated.
Our office has been working tirelessly to help clients in the midst of these current conditions and if you are in need of help, contact us today.
Case Goes to Sixth Circuit of Appeals
This past week while working from a home office, we filed a huge 50 page brief with the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals – the highest federal court in our part of the nation other than the Supreme Court of the United States.
This past week while working from a home office, we filed a huge 50 page brief with the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals – the highest federal court in our part of the nation other than the Supreme Court of the United States.
The transcript alone was almost over 1000 pages long, and one of the issues involved a 37-year federal sentence received by a low level drug dealer because he made the federal government prove their allegations at trial.
This appeal is just getting started.
Legal Zoom Hearings Increasing
We had a number of hearings and pretrials over the last two weeks by cell phone and Zoom technology.
We actually had a number of hearings and pretrials over the last two weeks by cell phone and Zoom technology.
Because this ended up being easier than all of the courts and participants expected, we see this technology as something that may indeed stay around even after the end of the Corona virus crisis.
We were pleased with the success of these calls.
Headed for Divorce?
If your marriage doesn’t seem like it will last past the Coronavirus pandemic, let alone a lifetime, we can help.
If your marriage doesn’t seem like it will last past the Coronavirus pandemic, let alone a lifetime, we can help.
With countless weeks stuck inside the house together, tensions are bound to increase under the current shelter in place restrictions.
If you find yourself arguing more and more with your spouse and are ready to consider a divorce, we have the experiences and resources to guide you every step of the way.
If children, property or ample assets are involved, it’s vital you find the best representation to protect what belongs to you.
With a new direct-line to my cell, simply call 216.239.0000 any day, any time and we can work together to get you the smoothest, stress-free divorce where your custody and financial rights are secure.
Spike in Domestic Violence
Millions across the globe have now spent weeks confined in the house together with nowhere to go.
Millions across the globe have now spent weeks confined in the house together with nowhere to go.
Many are still trying to work from home, many are out of work due to the COVID-19 restrictions, and many are balancing homeschooling in addition to full-time jobs.
All in all, the current pandemic is seeing a dramatic increase in domestic violence charges and arrests.
NPR recently discussed this serious issue and found, “An average of 24 Americans per minute are victims of rape, physical violence or stalking by an intimate partner, according to the National Domestic Violence Hotline. That's more than 12 million women and men over the course of a year.”
Another NPR story featured this abuse across the globe with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres citing a sharp rise in domestic violence amid global coronavirus lockdowns, calling on governments around the world to make addressing the issue a key part of their response to the pandemic.
"We know lockdowns and quarantines are essential to suppressing COVID-19, but they can trap women with abusive partners," Guterres said. "Over the past weeks, as the economic and social pressures and fear have grown, we have seen a horrifying surge in domestic violence."
No matter where you live, no one should feel threatened or unsafe in their own home. Ohio laws are very strict when it comes to domestic abuse and even a threat of violence without physical contact is considered grounds for an arrest.
If you find yourself in an unsafe home, there are resources to help. Contact us immediately at 216.239.0000 and we are available 24/7 to help.
DUI Trial Before Jury in Medina
We recently had to try a DUI jury trial in another County.
We recently had to try a DUI jury trial in another County.
Most of the trial focused on whether the prosecution proved that our client was “under the influence” when he was driving one night.
The jury determined that the prosecution had not done so.
However, the jury did find that the BAC machine correctly measured our client’s breath, and held that the .092 reading (albeit just slightly over the legal limit) was enough for the blood/breath alcohol count. Thus, a mixed bag for the client.
This DUI case reminds us of how important a DUI conviction can be on someone who travels to Canada. If one travels to Canada (for any reason), they will be denied entry if they have a DUI conviction. Our client often has to work in Canada, so this issue was rather big for him.
We are currently examining his prospects for appeal. There were some pretrial rulings by the Court which may get this case into the Court of Appeals.
Do You Have Vital Automobile Insurance Protection?
We recently had another experience where our client benefited tremendously by having what is called “underinsured” and “uninsured” automobile coverage.
We recently had another experience where our client benefited tremendously by having what is called “underinsured” and “uninsured” automobile coverage.
Everyone should have this coverage.
You cannot rely on a presumption that the person who causes your auto accident will have any or sufficient coverage to cover your injuries.
“Underinsured” and “uninsured” coverage does not really cost that much, and many insurance brokers simply do not offer or explain this coverage to their customers.
Call us anytime for more advice on this important issue.
What To Know Before Your Teen Goes on Spring Break
Spring Break trips are coming and whether your child is 21 or 18, it’s important they stay safe and avoid legal trouble.
Spring Break trips are coming and whether your child is 21 or 18, it’s important they stay safe and avoid legal trouble.
Many teens are excited to get a break from school and celebrate with their friends. If you have an underage teen, spring break is not the time for them to start experimenting with alcohol.
Whether it’s Florida, Ohio or Mexico, making safe choices is vital to their future. Police will be on full alert looking for underage drinkers, those supplying alcohol to underage drinkers, driving while intoxicated and even public intoxication.
If this is the first spring break for you and your family, we suggest having a family meeting to discuss important practices while out with their friends and options of who to contact in case of an emergency.
Being prepared before the trip will ensure the safest possible outcomes.
And if you do find yourself facing charges, our office is open 24/7 so we are ready to help.
New Season, New Marriage?
Spring is coming and if unlike the weather, your marriage is no longer blooming, we can help.
Spring is coming and if unlike the weather, your marriage is no longer blooming, we can help.
You may have survived Christmas and Valentine’s Day together, but now are ready to end the marriage. Before you make any steps, we strongly encourage you meet with a qualified attorney who can ensure your assets are protected.
We are proud to have achieved successful outcomes for spouses seeking custody, financial and property rights.
With decades of expertise, we are throughly prepared to work for you to make your divorce as successful and stress-free as possible.
Before taking the next step schedule your consultation today.
Construction Increases and So Do Risks of Accidents
We all know spring season brings construction season, and in Ohio, transportation incidents resulted in 60 fatal work injuries.
We all know with spring season comes construction season, and in Ohio, transportation incidents resulted in 60 fatal work injuries in 2018, up from 52 in 2017.
According the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, fatal work injuries totaled 158 in 2018 for Ohio.
We have represented many clients who were injured on the roads and on the job. It is vital to know your rights before even beginning work, and to understand the proper standards that should be in place to protect you.
By law all employers must follow OSHA regulations. If you have concerns that your company is not adhering to these legal standards, or if you have been injured on the job, we are ready to fight for you.
With countless experience helping clients who have been injured, we can help you every step of the way to make sure you receive the financial and medical assistance you deserve.
Don’t wait another day. Contact us today.
Mandatory Jail Time Reduced to a Fine
We recently had a client who was facing a mandatory 3-day jail sentence for driving under a DUI driver’s license suspension.
We recently had a client who was facing a mandatory 3-day jail sentence for driving under a DUI driver’s license suspension.
After some work with the prosecutor (who was reasonable), we were able to get the charge reduced to what is called a “Failure to Display” charge.
He was fined and served no jail time and was happy to get that experience behind him and get back to work.
Charges Dropped for Our Client
We recently represented a young working man in Akron who was charged with driving under a suspended license.
We recently represented a young working man in Akron who was charged with driving under a suspended license.
After we were able to convince the prosecutor that the license suspension was a technicality (there are over 20 ways in Ohio that you can get your driver’s license suspended), the prosecutor agreed to drop the charges altogether.
Our client was very pleased and headed off to work.
Mardi Gras is Coming
Known for all-day drinking and late night celebrations, don’t let ‘Fat Tuesday’ be the day you face DUI charges.
Known for all-day drinking and late night celebrations, don’t let ‘Fat Tuesday’ be the day you face DUI charges.
We might not be in New Orleans but that doesn’t mean Clevelanders won’t be drinking on February 25.
We strongly urge to everyone celebrating to avoid drinking and driving.
Police will be out on the streets and in the bars so explain to your underage drinkers that just because they aren’t getting behind a wheel doesn’t mean they can’t face charges for underage drinking.
Our offices will be open all day and all night so if you do find yourself under arrest, contact us immediately.
Everything You Need for the St. Patty's Day Parade
The Cleveland St. Patrick’s Day parade will be here on March 17 and so will half a million people ready to celebrate!
The Cleveland St. Patrick’s Day parade will be here on March 17 and so will half a million people ready to celebrate!
No stranger to celebrating the day of the Irish, Cleveland has made headlines for their renowned St. Patrick’s Day parade.
Marking its 153 year, Cleveland is proud to host Ohio’s oldest St. Patty’s Day parade. This year the parade’s theme is Ireland's Scenic Coastlines and is set to begin at 1:04 p.m.
It’s no secret Cleveland has the best (and biggest!) parade in Ohio and you can believe the police will be out in full force. Whether guarding the parade route, directing traffic or patrolling streets, you are sure to see police everywhere.
And their presence will not end at the parade. DUI checkpoints will be surrounding the entire area and even on highways to ensure drunk drivers are not posing a dangerous threat.
With parking at a maximum, we suggest finding a ride on the RTA or Uber there and back to avoid driving completely.