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American Bar Association launches Law Day 2021
American Bar Association
The American Bar Association launched its celebration of Law Day 2021 this month with a virtual panel discussion about the Law Day theme, “Advancing the Rule of Law Now.” The program provides suggestions on how to prepare for a virtual Law Day celebration. Law Day is generally held on or around May 1 in schools and communities across the nation.
Date Published: April 16, 2021
State Auditor Faber questions state financial statement
Ohio Auditor of State
Qualified opinion included in state of Ohio audit
Date Published: April 16, 2021
Private schools balk at proposal for timely transfers of student records
KEITH ARNOLD, Daily Reporter Staff Writer
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Lawmakers in the Ohio House of Representatives recently heard testimony related to a seemingly straightforward bill to require transfer of a school student’s records within five days of changing schools that positions government-run schools and private schools at odds.
Date Published: April 16, 2021
The missed home improvement step putting you and your community at risk
BrandPoint
(BPT) What do planting a tree, building a patio, installing a pool and putting up a fence have in common? These popular home improvement projects add value to your home, and they all require an important safety step: getting utility lines marked before digging.
Date Published: April 16, 2021
Justice Department takes action against COVID-19 fraud
US Department of Justice
Historic level of enforcement action during national health emergency continues
Date Published: April 15, 2021
Tips to stretch your dollar when household shopping
StatePoint
(StatePoint) Running a household on a budget? Smart shopping strategies can help your family save on favorite foods, wellness essentials and more.
Date Published: April 15, 2021
ABA issues guidance on model rules, ethical tech duties to consider when working remotely
American Bar Association
The American Bar Association Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility released recently a formal opinion that catalogues the relevant model rules and technological considerations that lawyers should be alert to when practicing virtually.
Date Published: April 15, 2021
What homeowners need to know before refinancing
StatePoint
(StatePoint) With mortgage rates hovering near three percent, experts say there are still a number of homeowners who could benefit from refinancing. In fact, borrowers who refinanced in 2020 to lower their mortgage rate saved over $2,800 in mortgage payments annually, according to the latest Freddie Mac research.
Date Published: April 15, 2021
Supreme Court of Ohio to decide if a juvenile can be tried in adult court for charges for which the juvenile court found no probable cause
Dan Trevas, Supreme Court of Ohio
Supreme Court of Ohio
The Ohio Supreme Court on Wednesday, March 31st, heard four oral arguments, including one asking if a juvenile can be charged in adult court for crimes that a juvenile court found no probably cause.
Date Published: April 14, 2021
Ohio Attorney General Yost launches legal action against Texas companies behind billions of illegal robocalls
Ohio Attorney General's Office
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost recently joined six other states in filing suit against a pair of Texas businesses accused of blasting billions of illegal robocalls, including over 59 million calls to Ohioans.
Date Published: April 14, 2021
Know the facts about orphaned and injured wildlife
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
A baby bird has tumbled from its nest. A young white-tailed deer is discovered at the base of a tree. A nest of immature rabbits calls a suburban yard home. These are all common situations Ohioans experience when wildlife reproduction peaks in the spring, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife. Each situation has a natural solution, and professional intervention should remain a last resort.
Date Published: April 14, 2021
Getting more movement throughout the day
StatePoint
(StatePoint) Working or learning from home? It’s more important than ever to ensure you move throughout the day. Doing so will help keep your mind and body healthy and agile. Here are a few tips to move more throughout the day.
Date Published: April 14, 2021
Trooper’s right to act on shout of ‘that lady is drunk’ contested
Dan Trevas, Supreme Court of Ohio
Supreme Court of Ohio
The Ohio Supreme Court on Tuesday, March 30th, heard four oral arguments, including one regarding the rights of a state trooper whose follow up to a citizen’s call to action resulted in a motorist’s arrest for operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol (OVI.)
Date Published: April 13, 2021
Tree planting for today and the future
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Ohio is now at the start of prime tree planting season, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Forestry. Tree roots begin to lengthen as the buds break in the spring when soil moisture is typically the highest. This allows the growing roots to move through the soil to find water and nutrients needed for the tree to grow in its new home.
Date Published: April 13, 2021
AG Dave Yost leads national coalition to create “tip of the spear” against robocalls
Ohio Attorney General's Office
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, along with 51 other attorneys general, recently encouraged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to facilitate continued collaboration between states and telecom companies to help trace illegal robocalls to their source.
Date Published: April 13, 2021
OCC announced as finalist for national Awards of Excellence
Owens Community College
Owens Community College has been named a finalist in two categories – Outstanding College/Corporate Partnership and Students Success – for the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) 2021 Awards of Excellence. The national awards recognize exceptional work among the nation’s two-year colleges.
Date Published: April 13, 2021
Supreme Court of Ohio accepts one, rejects three requests to practice law
Dan Trevas, Supreme Court of Ohio
Supreme Court of Ohio
The Ohio Supreme Court recently considered four requests for permission to practice law in Ohio.
Date Published: April 12, 2021
Students to participate in first virtual ABA National Civics and Law Academy
American Bar Association
Thirty-six high school students from across the nation were selected to participate in the 2021 Virtual National Civics and Law Academy for eight weeks. The 8th annual academy will be held virtually because of the pandemic.
Date Published: April 12, 2021
Proposed bill would extend eviction and foreclosure moratoriums in the state
KEITH ARNOLD, Daily Reporter Staff Writer
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Committee members in the Ohio House of Representatives were to hear more testimony in support of a bill that looks to codify COVID-19-related eviction and foreclosure moratoriums late last month at the Ohio Statehouse.
Date Published: April 12, 2021
ODJFS addressing racial inequity in children services system
Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) is taking immediate steps in response to a report released recently that found racial inequity in the state’s children services system. Those steps include launching a new approach to recruiting, retaining, and racial equity training for children services caseworkers via virtual reality headsets to help them be mindful of possible implicit racial bias in their decisions affecting children.
Date Published: April 12, 2021
