It can seem somewhat extreme at first, but after a while, it might still sound extreme. If you’re stopped on suspicion of operating a vehicle while impaired (OVI), you’re expected to take a chemical test and if you’re found to be above the limit,...
What is a high-functioning alcoholic?
When thinking about alcoholism, most people imagine a person without a home, job, or family that has lost everything to his or her addiction. However, this is not true for the vast majority of alcoholics. A high-functioning alcoholic is a person who is able...
Starting a new life after your divorce
The end of marriage can be an overwhelming experience, and many people have a difficult time during the divorce process. This is completely normal, and if you encounter various challenges during your divorce you should not feel hopeless or become depressed. For...
How can I be a better dad to my child?
Many fathers experience a lot of guilt after a divorce. Even if you've been a model parent for the most part, you might still feel responsible for the demise of your marriage and its impact on your family. According to Men's Health, there are plenty of steps that can...
Can family DNA testing be used as evidence?
Family DNA testing is extremely popular these days as people seek out information on their histories and backgrounds. It can also be used by law enforcement in search of DNA evidence in order to solve crimes and apprehend suspects. ScienceNews.org explains...
Estate plans and child support
There are many different issues to consider for those who are creating an estate plan or making revisions to an existing estate plan. From figuring out which type of trust works best (or deciding to set up a will) to naming an executor or naming beneficiaries, the...
What happens after being charged with an OVI?
With Independence Day right around the corner, many people in Ohio are getting ready to join in the festivities with friends and family. Most holiday parties involve alcohol, and it's important for all those who plan on driving to and from events to understand what...
What should I know before disinheriting a child from my will?
Disinheriting a child is a matter that should be taken very seriously. It usually occurs when a child has been provided financial support in the long term, perhaps at the expense of other children and family members. Emotional factors may also come into play,...
Ending your marriage as an older adult
Some people decide to end their marriage after a couple of years, while others may decide that divorce is necessary after decades of marriage. Moreover, divorce may involve young adults and those who are middle-aged, but some older adults decide that the time has come...
The Fourth of July has more drunk drivers than any other holiday
If you had to guess what the worst drunk driving holidays were, what would you say? New Year’s Eve? Thanksgiving or Christmas? If you said the Fourth of July, you would be correct. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety says that Independence Day sadly has...