Both parties in a business contract want to benefit from the outcome. However, delays, financial problems and unexpected events can hinder business contracts. When a party can't fulfill their part of the contract, the other party can sue for breach of contract....

Dayton Ohio Law Blog
Myths about personal injury lawsuits
On popular TV shows, accident attorneys literally chase ambulances. News reports cover multi-million-dollar cases, making personal injury lawsuits look like a get-rich-quick scheme. If you suffer from an injury, these stereotypes and myths may prevent you from seeking...
Taking action to file a personal injury claim
Anyone hurt due to someone else's fault may wish to take legal action. Anger might not always be the top motivator for filing a lawsuit in an Ohio court. Some victims could suffer significant financial losses, and without taking legal action, they may suffer economic...
Facts about probate and probate litigation
If you live in Ohio and have recently lost a loved one or are preparing an estate plan, you might wonder what happens in the probate process. You may also wonder what happens in probate if there is a dispute about the will. The probate process Probate is a legal...
Contesting a will
Contesting a will in Ohio is the process of questioning the status and legal relevance of a will. This might be done by arguing that the deceased person was not in their right mind when they wrote it or that they were under pressure and duress to write that version of...
How can your business avoid wrongful termination suits?
Wrongful termination lawsuits are the result of employees arguing that they were dismissed unfairly or illegally. In Ohio, employers do hire in good faith, but not every relationship turns out to be positive. The employee may think it's the employer in the wrong and...
Can mediation help resolve business and real estate disputes?
When people do not see eye to eye, there is a right way to resolve their differences. One path that may help pave the way for resolution is mediation. Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution. It involves the parties who disagree, legal representatives...
Older drivers are more likely to drive older cars
Senior citizens rank among the Ohio residents who regularly travel the state’s roads. Many of those older drivers are at a greater risk of fatal car accidents. Their vehicles are a key reason. What are seniors driving? According to a study by the Insurance Institute...
Reasons to remove an executor in Ohio
Estate executors in Ohio have a legal duty to handle all the affairs of an estate owner after they die. When they don't act competently, the beneficiaries can either write a letter of demand commanding them to administer the estate as per decedent wishes or simply...
What does a noncompete agreement mean for Ohio employees?
In Dayton, Ohio, many employees sign noncompete agreements during the hiring process. Employees agree not to divulge company secrets. If you leave the company in whatever capacity, you agree to not share your former employer's trade secrets or business practices with...