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Appellant court improperly reversed trial court’s rejection of proposed Class-Action lawsuit
A Lorain County trial court did not make an error by considering all the requirements for class certification when it rejected a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging the city of Lorain was charging unlawful rates and fees for water and sewer services, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled Oct. 22.
In a unanimous decision, the Suprem ... (full story)
Woman defying emergency mental health commitment can be charged with obstruction
A Hamilton County woman who resisted police attempts to carry out an involuntary mental health commitment can be charged with obstruction of official business even if she did not commit an illegal act, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled Oct. 21.
In a 6-1 decision, the Supreme Court found that police meet the standard of filing a le ... (full story)
Lawyers’ fund helps clients recover losses caused by dishonest attorneys
Clients trust their attorneys to safeguard their money, property, and legal interests. And the vast majority of attorneys carry out those duties with integrity and professionalism. However, in the rare instance that an Ohio attorney acts dishonestly and causes a financial loss, help is available.
Clients who have had their money ... (full story)
83 attorneys sanctioned for CLE noncompliance
The Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on Continuing Legal Education has sanctioned 83 attorneys for failing to comply with continuing legal education (CLE) requirements.
Attorneys need to stay informed of changes in laws, legal technology, and developments in their practice area to provide the best service to clients.
Of the ... (full story)
Village can reject data center construction application after moratorium imposed
The village of Lordstown does not have to consider a proposed data center’s request for a site-plan review that was submitted days before the village imposed a moratorium on data centers, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled Oct. 20.
In a unanimous per curiam opinion, the Supreme Court ruled that Lordstown officials were within ... (full story)