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An update from Harrington, Hoppe & Mitchell | November 2017
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3 Takeaways from Ohio Supreme Court Ruling in Lawsuit Over Injuries Caused by Dancer
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By Neil D. Schor
On September 6, 2017, the Ohio Supreme Court decided in the case of Johnson v. Montgomery (Case No. 2017-Ohio-7445), that under Ohio's Dram Shop Act (O.R.C. 4399.18), someone injured by an "intoxicated person" may sue a liquor permit-holder for an off premises injury - but only will prevail when the permit-holder or its employee knows the person they serve to be intoxicated or under age. Read more here.
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New Statute of Limitations Takes Effect for Ohio Workers Comp Injury and Death Claims
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By Martin J. Boetcher
Effective September 29, 2017, the statute of limitations for an Ohio workers compensation injury claim or death claim has been reduced to one year, instead of the prior two-year statute of limitations. Read more here.
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Oil & Gas: Protecting Landowners as Foxes Take Over Henhouses
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By Alan D. Wenger
Although oil and gas companies might whine otherwise, much of oil and gas activity directly involving landowners has been unregulated and therefore subject to few legal restrictions outside those included in landowners' contracts.
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What is an Operating Agreement, and Why Does My LLC Need One?
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By Matthew S. Snyder
You finally decide to start that business with your best friend. After settling on the perfect name for your new limited liability company, you file the proper forms with the Ohio Secretary of State, pay the filing fee, acquire an Employer Identification Number from the IRS and open your company bank accounts.Read more here.
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Social Media Policies: How A Recent NLRB Decision Could Impact Employer Rules
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By Kevin R. Day
For many businesses, the use of social media by employees has in recent years become one of the most challenging aspects of an employer-employee relationship.
Employees can unwittingly divulge important company information, make statements that reflect poorly on the company or even make statements that attack their employer.
Read more here.
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New Digital Cell Tower Rules Leave Uncertainty for Public Entities
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By Patrick K. Wilson
Wireless technology poses challenges to Ohio municipalities as the use of wireless devices explodes in our cities, villages and townships, across Ohio and across our country. Read more
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L'Italien Joins Board of Leadership Columbiana County
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SHAWNA L'ITALIEN
has been elected to a two-year term on the board of trustees of Leadership Columbiana County. The organization provides classroom and hands-on experience to build leadership capabilities.
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Rogers Elected to Counseling Center Board
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KELLIE ROGERS
has been elected to a three-year term on the Counseling Center of Columbiana County board. The Counseling Center provides mental health and substance abuse assessment, counseling, treatment, rehabilitation and education for children and adults. Shawna
L'Italien will be leaving the board after 12 years of service.
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Lawyers, Families Support Panerathon in Youngstown
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HHM lawyers and their families were among the 11,000 walkers and runners who participated in the Panerathon in downtown Youngstown in August. The firm was pleased to be a medallion sponsor of the event, which is organized by Covelli Enterprises and has raised more than $2 million to support the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center.
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THE SOLUTIONS LETTER is published quarterly by
Business & Employment: Alan D. Wenger, 330.744.1111 or email.
Litigation: Matthew M. Ries, 330.392.1541 or email.
Estate Planning & Probate: Patrick K. Wilson, 330.392.1541 or email.
Public Sector: Neil D. Schor, 330.744.1111 or email.
Oil & Gas: Alan D. Wenger, 330.744.1111 or email.
Bankruptcy: Neil D. Schor, 330.744.1111 or email.
Social Security Disability & Workers' Compensation: Kellie S. Rogers, 330.337.6586 or email.
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