New Gift Card Laws Take Effect

Until now, general use prepaid cards, gift certificates and store gift cards have been regulated by a diverse web of state laws. However, on August 22, 2010, new federal legislation took effect…
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Top Five Issues to Consider When Purchasing or Selling Real Estate

When purchasing or selling real estate, there are multiple issues you will want to consider. Many times a boilerplate agreement provided by a broker or realtor does not cover all of the issues,…
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Not an Option: Updating Your Corporate Minute Book

It’s the law, plain and simple. All Ohio corporations are required to conduct annual Board of Directors and Shareholders meetings and keep a record of the minutes. Besides being required…
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Bank Covenants: Make Sure You Know What You Are Getting Into

I’m sure you have all heard or seen by now, the lending world has changed. As many of our business clients meet with their lenders we thought it was a good time to remind them that their…
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Has Your Business Registered for the Ohio Use Tax Amnesty: Is it Right for You?

Most businesses are familiar with Ohio sales tax, but many are unaware of a related tax, use tax. Use tax is imposed on the storage, use or other consumption of property or services in…
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Be Sure Your Interests Are Protected Before Signing an Oil or Gas Lease

With the recent oil and gas finds in eastern Ohio as to the Marcellus and Utica shale, the rush to tie up oil and gas rights in these areas has greatly intensified. There are a number of items that…
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