Attorney Jon Saia recently was a guest on the “Lawyer Up” podcast. He shared information on: How OVI law works What you can expect if you are pulled over Consequences of a conviction Common misconceptions about the law Check it out.
Ohio Legal Blog
The State Of Speedy Trial During The COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has turned the world upside-down, and the criminal justice system is no exception. Judges statewide face the difficult challenge of ensuring access to the courts while also taking appropriate steps to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus. The...
Warning signs your spouse is hiding assets
Going through a divorce is an emotional ride. Wondering whether your spouse is hiding assets from you can cause added stress. As part of a divorce, Ohio courts will divide the marital assets according to state law. It can be challenging to keep track of your family’s...
Getting a divorce? Update these four things in your estate plan
Divorce is emotionally and financially difficult. Chances are, your focus is on finding a way through the immediate difficulties of your divorce; do not lose sight of other essential details during this process. Your estate plan is especially important, and many...
COVID-19 stimulus checks
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act stimulus checks are beginning to be deposited in bank accounts. On April 13, 2020, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost, informed financial institutions and creditors the COVID-19 stimulus checks are protected...
Terminating Your Marriage in Ohio During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Deciding whether to terminate your marriage can be difficult and stressful enough without a pandemic causing additional financial pressures on your household. If you are thinking about terminating your marriage, you may be wondering whether this is even possible...
The Law Offices of Saia & Piatt, Inc., now offers online notary public services
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine recently announced that Ohio’s mandatory “stay at home” order would be extended until May 1, 2020. During this time, whether you are working from home or using this time to complete tasks that have been put off for some time, you may have found...
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Calls for Prompt and Effective Action to Limit Spread of COVID-19 in Ohio’s Jails, Prisons and Courts
The COVID-19 pandemic is well-documented. The pandemic lead Ohio Governor Mike DeWine to declare a state of emergency on March 9, 2020.i On March 13, 2020, President Donald Trump proclaimed the COVID-19 outbreak constitutes a national emergency.ii According...
Our criminal defense attorneys are ready to defend you
On March 22, 2020, Dr. Amy Acton, director of the Ohio Department of Health, ordered that effective 11:50 p.m. on March 23, 2020, all persons are to stay at home or place of residence, unless they fall into one of the listed exceptions. Criminal defense attorneys are...
Parenting time and support issues in the era of COVID-19
COVID-19: Parenting exchanges On March 22, 2020, Dr. Amy Acton, director of the Ohio Department of Health, ordered that effective 11:50 p.m. on March 23, 2020, all persons are to stay at home or place of residence, unless they fall into one of the listed exceptions....