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The Akron Legal News is a daily publication devoted to legal, financial, real estate and general news. Designated by the Federal, County and Municipal Courts as the Official Law Journal of Summit County, Ohio.
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Rule changes clarify who can receive Guardian ad Litem reports
The Supreme Court of Ohio has adopted proposed rule changes to explain who can receive a report written by a guardian ad litem (GAL). The amendments also strengthen the protections against the unauthorized disclosure of GAL reports.
The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.
Courts appoint GALs for children in certain domestic ... (full story)
Conviction Upheld for Overdose Death Aided by Woman Who Helped Neighbor Buy Heroin
The conviction of a Franklin County woman who helped a friend purchase heroin will be reinstated, the Supreme Court of Ohio ruled April 9.
In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court reinstated Carol Seymour’s convictions for involuntary manslaughter and corrupting another with drugs. In 2019, Seymour helped her Grove City ... (full story)