The legality of marijuana is often misunderstood by many. While marijuana is still illegal under federal law, several states have legalized medical and recreational marijuana. It only adds to the confusion. Medical marijuana is legal in Ohio, although it is strictly...
Like many states, Ohio has a law that provides some protection from arrest and prosecution for drug-related crimes if a person seeks emergency help for an overdose. These “Good Samaritan” laws have been enacted throughout the country in an effort to cut down on the...
No matter how old your children are, they do not want to see their parents divorce. That is why it is very important to handle the matter with care. To them, the split between mom and dad is bound to be painful, so tread lightly. When you do inform your adult children...
When a couple that shares children divorce, the law expects both parties to work out a parenting plan that fosters a healthy bond with the kids. The goal is to ensure that the children’s best interest is preserved even after the breakdown of the family unit. A...
You may have heard that public drunkenness is illegal, but this sounds somewhat confusing. Aren't people drunk in public quite frequently? What about people who are leaving a sporting event or a concert? They've clearly been consuming alcohol, but it's not illegal for...
Graduation season always brings a mix of emotions for parents. They’re proud of their child’s achievement, but they can’t help but be a bit sad that they’re one step closer to independence. For separated and divorced parents, graduations are among those events where...
Both counterfeiting and forgery seem like crimes from days of old. Most people envision forging or counterfeiting valuable paintings or American currency. However, forgery is essentially the criminal falsification, making of or altering of any instrument with the...
Once you decide to divorce or find out your spouse is divorcing you, everything will change. It can be hard to know what to do or where to start, especially if it comes as a surprise. Yet, you need to buckle down and start somewhere. Once you focus on an area, you can...
If an Ohio police officer suspects you of operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI), they will pull you over and talk to you. If your actions or answers to their questions make them more suspicious, they might ask you to exit your vehicle for a field sobriety...
Chronic pain is a growing problem across the country. Plenty of us cope with daily backaches, migraines, knee problems and more. Living with chronic and severe pain can make us willing to try just about anything to find some relief. Sometimes, someone we know might...