Ohio residents who have an estate plan need to review it in the near future. This is true regardless when it was created, as a result of changes to federal estate tax laws. In 2018, the exemption has roughly doubled from what it was in the prior year. Very few meet...
Fewer workplace safety inspectors could be problematic for OSHA
Ohio employees may be interested to learn that the number of federal safety inspectors has fallen under the Trump Administration. Since Trump took office, 40 inspectors with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration have been lost through attrition. As of Oct....
Rise in coal mining deaths in 2017
Ohio has a strong coal mining industry. Workers in that field might not know that in 2017, coal mining deaths nearly doubled around the country compared to the previous year. In 2016, there were eight deaths. That went up to 15 last year. West Virginia had the highest...
When you might want to file a personal injury lawsuit in Ohio
Filing a personal injury lawsuit is a complicated matter, and not everyone decides immediately to file a suit. There are many factors that come into play that can affect your decision to move forward with litigation after you suffer an injury as a result of someone...
Safety tips for snow removal
Ohio workers who have to routinely work outside may find it necessary to remove snow during the winter months. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has provided helpful advice regarding how to avoid hazards that may arise during snow removal. Individuals...
