This has been a year marked by many public marches and demonstrations. As Americans, we have the right to peacefully assemble and protest in public places and, with property owners' permission, on private property. However, too often, people who intend only to...
Month: December 2016
What is the CAN-SPAM Act?
Many business owners, including professionals like doctors and dentists, use online marketing as a way to bring in customers and clients. E-mail can be a very effective marketing tool. However, it's essential not to run afoul of laws designed to protect consumers from...
Ohio gun restrictions on those convicted of domestic violence
Federal law prohibits anyone who is convicted of a domestic violence misdemeanor from possessing or purchasing a firearm or ammunition. However, state laws vary on the matter. Here in Ohio, state law has no such prohibition. However, it's important to know that those...
What are RICO laws?
Many people associate the term "racketeering" with organized crime rings and mob bosses -- mostly based on portrayals seen on TV and in the movies. However, state and federal racketeering laws address a much broader spectrum of offenses. Racketeering involves the...
Getting a DUI without being drunk
While everyone has heard that they should never drink and drive, there are still many people who consume a small amount of alcohol before heading out on the road. These people may be surprised when they are pulled over and given a breathalyzer test that finds their...
