The family law courtroom serves as a theater for child custody wars in some Cincinnati, Ohio divorces. These typically arise when each parent believes they deserve sole or primary custody of their children. It is natural for parents to spend as much time as possible...
Year: 2021
Hiding assets during divorce is unlawful
Following a divorce, you are entitled to your fair share of marital property. After all, you probably contributed to it in one way or the other. However, your ex-spouse may not be so forthcoming with the details of their finances. It may be in a bid to keep some...
Should you decline a breath test during an Ohio traffic stop?
As soon as you see those red and blue lights flashing behind your vehicle, you will probably start to worry about what this traffic stop will mean for your life. A traffic stop can mean traffic tickets or even an arrest, which could lead to additional insurance costs...
Overdoses and involuntary manslaughter in Ohio
There’s been a national shift in the types of drugs that are leading to overdose deaths. As the illicit drug market moves away from marijuana and methamphetamine, it’s moved on to something far more dangerous: fentanyl. According to the U.S. Drug Enforcement...
What’s the best way to divvy up hard-to-divide assets?
When you read up on property division in a divorce, they'll often highlight how you and your spouse need to simply decide what percentage of the account you each are going to stake a claim to, take your fair share and go your separate ways. Some complications can...
What to know if you’re facing heroin-related charges in Ohio
The latest federal government data shows that Ohio is one of a handful of states with the highest opioid-involved overdose deaths. Our state is one of only five states with a greater than 27.8 per 100,000 people opioid-related fatality rate. Ohio has some major drug...
Going virtual to manage a busy career and custody
As a parent, you want to be with your child as much as you can. Sometimes, that’s hard. You’ve worked in your career and industry for many years to get where you are today. That means you have to continue putting in time at the company. You might have to travel for...
Arrested for OVI while visiting Ohio — should you fight it?
Visitors to Cincinnati for business or vacation may enjoy eating Cincinnati chili, taking in a Reds, Bengals, Bearcats or Musketeers game, or checking out the riverfront. But if you are arrested on suspicion of drinking and driving while visiting from out of state, it...
Why should you consider holidays and vacations when creating a parenting plan?
You may have addressed a large number of details when discussing your parenting plan. You may have drawn out your weekly schedule, outlined how you and your ex will handle school events and even addressed who will pick up your child if they become sick during the...
3 ways your social media use could hurt you during your divorce
Social media has become a part of many people's daily lives. Your accounts help you connect with the people you care about and keep them informed about your current situation. Social media can assist in maintaining a relationship with your college roommate and your...