Are audio phone call recordings of my child admissible in an Ohio child custody case if they do not relate to the child's parental custody or responsibilities? Both parties were made aware of the recordings, as I record all my phone calls, and my family is aware of this. The child described an... View More

I am part of a joint loan with my ex, which I can access online. He entered his bank information and is solely responsible for making payments according to a court order. Can I initiate the loan payoff using his bank account, since there is a requirement to pay by a certain date?

I want to know if I am responsible for my deceased ex-husband's medical bills. Our divorce decree did not address responsibility for debts. His medical bills were incurred for treatment both before and after our divorce was finalized, and I do not have any joint accounts, agreements, or... View More

I'm seeking help with the expungement of a misdemeanor aggravated menacing conviction from 2023 in Brown County, Ohio. This conviction is impacting my ability to find housing and work, including being denied apartment rentals, a volunteer position, and potentially failing a background check... View More

I met someone online who guided me to invest in cryptocurrency through a trading app. Initially, I invested $1,300, then the person lent me $10,000 and later another $151,000 through the app to increase my trading amount. In December, the platform froze my account and demanded various fees to... View More

Stanislav Kshevitskii
answered on Mar 7, 2025

This is a very common fraud scheme. People all over the world, including Russia, suffer from it. If the scammers act quickly and professionally, hide their IP addresses and use other security measures, it is unlikely to find them. Moreover, you have no idea what country they are actually in. Some... View More

Can a federal judge keep me on probation longer than I was originally sentenced because of unpaid restitution, even though I have completed my full prison term and supervised release? My probation terms required paying 10% of my income in restitution, but as a Social Security recipient, I could... View More

I want to know if a company utilizing a 3rd party staffing agency can terminate an employee assigned by that agency, who has been reported for multiple sexual harassment allegations. The company has discussed these allegations with the staffing agency. The job involves assembly labor work, and... View More

I'm trying to find out who my recently deceased ex-spouse left his house to. I am not aware whether he had a will or trust, and I do not know if I am named as a beneficiary.

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answered on Mar 7, 2025

Ohio law states that even if you are named as a beneficiary in a will from your spouse that if you divorce prior to their death that you do not inherit under the will. It is extremely unlikely that you would take any portion of their estate.

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I've recently experienced a change in weight, and my doctor has indicated they might issue a pink slip at my next follow-up visit. If I miss this appointment, can the doctor still issue a pink slip without further evaluation?

I am dealing with a medical bill collection issue in Ohio. I had been consistently paying my medical bill until a declined transaction occurred without my knowledge. Recently, I received a phone call from a collection agency demanding full payment of the bill without providing any documentation or... View More

I filed for visitation for my daughter two months ago, after being clean from drugs for two years. I lost custody six years ago due to my drug use. Recently, my daughter's father went to prison for r*** charges, and I believe her grandmother now has custody. I received a court date two weeks... View More

Todd B. Kotler
answered on Mar 6, 2025

a Nun Pro Tunc order is simply a correction filed by the Court clarifying an earlier order. Your question does not state what the order itself actually says so it is impossible to answer further. Good luck.

I am involved in a small claims case in which I had a verbal agreement with a contractor to build a fence. I paid the agreed amount despite the poor craftsmanship, but the contractor claims I owe more for additional materials without providing invoices or receipts. He used intimidation tactics,... View More

I signed a handwritten note detailing some terms for property separation, child support, and 401k division, intending it for a dissolution. The note was not signed by my spouse, nor was it notarized or witnessed. Later, I decided to change my stance on these terms, and my spouse filed for divorce... View More

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answered on Mar 6, 2025

Unlikely. Ohio now allows for post-marital agreements that would govern the terms of a property division in divorce but they are enforceable only in the following situations.

(A) The agreement is in writing and signed by both spouses ;

(B) The agreement is entered into freely... View More

As the custodial parent, can the non-custodial parent file the child on his taxes because he pays child support? My child lives with me for more than half of the year. The non-custodial parent only gets the child for two overnights a month, starting from January 2025. This is the first time this... View More

Alena Miles
answered on Mar 6, 2025

Generally speaking, and this is not legal advice, for tax, non-custodial parent can only claim the child if you (custodial parent) provide a written declaration releasing your claim.

I am concerned about the legitimacy of a president who was impeached by Congress in 2021 for 'incitement of an insurrection,' as well as the decision by the Colorado Supreme Court, based on Article 14, Section 3 of the U.S. Constitution. Given that Article 14, Section 3 disqualifies... View More

I am the owner of an Airbnb property in Cincinnati, Ohio, where marijuana consumption is legal. I want to know if I need any special permits or certifications to legally allow marijuana consumption on the premises. Additionally, I am interested in understanding any insurance requirements that might... View More

I've been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and am currently unable to work. I own a tool company structured as an LLC, which has a franchise loan I'm unable to pay. My wife and I are managing to keep up with our house payments, which we intend to continue paying. My wife has disability... View More

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answered on Mar 5, 2025

You can't pick and choose creditor's in bankruptcy. That said, it is very common for people to go through bankruptcy, and then once the debt is discharged or adjusted to reaffirm their mortgage to avoid foreclosure.

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I want to file for divorce after 9 years of marriage in Ohio. We have no children, no assets, no debts, and I'm not seeking any specific arrangements like spousal support. How should I proceed?

Joseph Jaap
answered on Mar 5, 2025

If you and your spouse can agree on the terms of terminating your marriage, it can proceed as a dissolution, which can be quicker and less expensive. Use the Find a Lawyer tab to consult some local family law attorneys who can review the process and answer your questions. Many offer free... View More

I work at Walmart, and I've noticed that a bearded man with a ponytail is using the women's restroom. I haven't discussed this with anyone and am concerned about bringing it up because I fear losing my job. This situation is very shocking to me, and I'm uncertain about the... View More

I'm a 16-year-old, and my dad took my debit card without my permission. The account is a joint account, but it contains only money that I earned at work. This has happened before, and he took it because he doesn't want me to buy my own phone. What can I do in this situation?

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answered on Mar 5, 2025

Close the account and open and new one without him.