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FTC Ban on Non-Competes Remains Unenforceable

As we previously reported, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) attempted to implement a rule that would effectively ban most non-compete agreements, originally set to take effect on September 4, 2024. However, this rule has faced various legal

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Cuyahoga County 2024 Sexennial Property Tax Reappraisals

In accordance with Ohio law, the County Fiscal Officer is responsible for the valuation of all real estate within their respective county. Property revaluations occur in two cycles, the sexennial reappraisal, conducted every six years, and the

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Do-it-Yourself Estate Planning: What Could go Wrong?

The popularity of do-it-yourself (“DIY”) legal documents has surged in recent years. While online services may be less expensive, the adage that “you get what you pay for” often holds true. Basic online programs typically offer only the most

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Employers: Are you Prepared for the FTC’s Rule Prohibiting Most Non-Compete Agreements?

On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) announced its final proposed rule effectively banning most non-compete clauses in employment. While the final rule does not take effect until September 4, 2024 and its legality is currently

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Simpkins presented oral argument before Ohio Supreme Court on behalf of putative class of OSU students

On March 6, 2024, the Ohio Supreme Court issued a decision in a lawsuit filed on behalf of a putative class of students from The Ohio State University. The suit alleged breach of contract and unjust enrichment against the University, seeking refunds

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Attorney Spotlight with Natalie Browning

Natalie Browning is an associate in the firm’s Estate Planning and Probate group. Prior to joining the firm as an associate, Natalie spent over a year working as a law clerk at Mansour Gavin.Can you tell us about your background and what led you to

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Navigating AI Implementation in the Workplace

It’s hard to avoid the topic of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as it becomes a more prevalent part of our personal and business lives and it’s essential to recognize its implications in the workplace. Employers are leveraging AI to streamline their

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An Alternative to Testate Succession: The Elective Share

Losing a spouse is a profoundly challenging experience, often accompanied by unexpected complexities, which is why it is crucial to take adequate steps in working with an estate planner to establish comprehensive documents governing asset

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Federal District Court Ruling Declares Corporate Transparency Act Unconstitutional

The U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes enforcement network (FinCEN) proposed the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) in 2021 as part of the National Defense Authorization Act, aimed to combat money laundering and corporate fraud by mandating that

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Do Local Government Employees' Personal Social Media Accounts Reflect Official Government Action?

On March 15, 2024, the Supreme Court of the United States announced its decision in Lindke v. Freed, addressing the question of whether local government employees, through their personal social media accounts, are acting in their official government

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