With anti-DEI initiatives being driven by presidential orders and a new Ohio law, those doing business in the Buckeye State may be wondering if and when those restrictions could extend from public institutions to private companies. Our Partner Jeffrey Stankunas recently wrote …

As you might have seen, there have been several developments in recent weeks with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its Beneficial Ownership Interest (BOI) reporting requirements. The news has been moving so fast that it’s been difficult for some …

Are you an independent contractor or work for/own a company that hires independent contractors? A new FLSA rule is redefining how independent contractors and employees are classified, and not adhering to it could leave employers on the hook for uncompensated …

Complex litigation filings in Ohio experienced a significant jump in 2023, rising nearly 75% from the prior year. The number of statewide filings, 87, is the largest since 2014. Sam Pipino breaks down the numbers and what may be behind the large …

In a recent article for Columbus Business First, Isaac Wiles Partner Jeffrey Stankunas delves into the potential impact of proposed changes to overtime rules on Ohio’s exempt employees, including significant salary threshold increases. Read more about the potential implications and …

Featured Attorney: Ryan Spitzer In an interview with Columbus Monthly, Ryan Spitzer, an attorney in Isaac Wiles’ Labor and Employment Practice Group, recently discussed the Mike Babcock scandal and the legality of employers requesting access to their employees’ personal phones. …

In my continuing work with transit agencies, the Ohio Transit Risk Pool (OTRP) recently asked for an opinion on the constitutionality of prohibiting and/or limiting personal photography at transit centers and on individual buses for RTAs across the Buckeye state. …

Thinking about the future of your business? Starting the succession planning process in advance allows founders and owners to delve into selling options and consider potential tax implications before it’s too late. Read the full article here.

In a recent article in The Columbus Dispatch, Sam Pipino highlights Chief Justice Sharon Kennedy’s efforts to quicken the pace of civil litigation in Ohio. Justice delayed is justice denied, and these changes could have a significant impact on civil …

Sometimes, mediation goes beyond just dollars and cents. In a recent case, Charles Schneider helped two corporate giants navigate a dispute that seemed destined for a costly legal battle. By shifting the focus from settlements to solutions and revisiting the …

Stay informed about the recent changes in notary public requirements and the critical role they play in our society. Read Part I of this two-part series here. https://www.cbalaw.org/Newsroom/Publications/Legal-Connections

In Ohio, the power dynamics of the judicial system are evolving. Charles Schneider discusses the trend of seeking friendlier courts for politically charged lawsuits. Read the full article here.