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Breaking the Stereotype: Medical Marijuana

The war on marijuana began in the 1960s and culminated in the Drug Abuse and Prevention Act of 1970 signed by Richard Nixon. Today the drug remains a Schedule I drug, alongside heroin, cocaine and LSD, pursuant to the federal Controlled Substances

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Medical Marijuana in Ohio: Where are We Now?

More than a year has passed since Governor Kasich signed House Bill 523, legalizing medical marijuana (MMJ) in Ohio and making our state the 25th to adopt such a program. At the time, those interested in getting involved — as a cultivator,

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Are “B Corps” the Future of Business?

A majority of states believe that may be the case. A Benefit Corporation or a “B Corp” is a “triple bottom line” company. Those familiar with B Corps refer to the triple bottom line as the three Ps: People, Planet and Profit. Unlike other corporate

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Retain Key Employees with Equity-Based Compensation

Looking to attract and retain skilled and motivated employees? Consider adopting an equity-based compensation plan. Equity-based compensation plans (ECPs) give your employees a direct stake in the success of your business and an added incentive to

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Property Pooling Ohio Municipalities vs. the State

In its recent decision of Simmers v. City of North Royalton, the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, Case No. CV15-42, ruled that in a review of an application for a mandatory pooling order, the Division of Oil & Gas Resources Management must

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Ernie Mansour Talks Attorneys

Mr. Mansour is the founding partner of the firm. He continues to counsel corporate clients on complex business issues, antitrust litigation and labor matters. He has extensive trial experience in national and international jurisdictions and has

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Is an Irrevocable Trust Really Irrevocable?

An irrevocable trust is usually considered, well, irrevocable. What if the trust no longer functions as it was intended? Actually, there are several legal tools available under Ohio law for modifying irrevocable trusts, including judicial

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