In any Chapter 13 plan (particularly those with a well-written Plan), there are often long periods where nothing more is happening than simply...

NEOCAP is an acronym for Northeast Ohio Community Alternative Program. It is a Community-Based Corrections Facility (CBCF) focused on reducing...

Having a public defender for a probation violation can be a plus, as they are in the same courtroom with the same judge every day and have a...

With a few exceptions for persons who recently moved between states voluntarily, a personal bankruptcy is filed in the U.S. District Court where...

While the details are always important, in general once a buyer has paid the agreed price and taken possession of the used item purchased, he is...

24/7 HOTLINE: 330-673-2500 Portage County residents facing abuse are not alone. Safer Futures is a local program that not only operates an...

An person in immigration status who is subject to domestic violence should absolutely call 911 or use other resources for help staying safe. There...

Under Ohio law, a property division in a divorce cannot be changed later unless both parties agree in writing. In rare instances, it may be...

Shoplifting is often charged as a 1st degree misdemeanor theft. The maximum penalties are 180 days in jail, a $1,000.00 fine, court costs, and...

Your attorney is in the best position to answer this. There are several specifics that could affect the outcome, including the facts and...