In Ohio, auto dealers are not permitted to use unfair, deceptive or unconscionable practices in connection with the sale of an automobile. It therefore goes without saying that dealers cannot…
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Many Ohio employers find themselves asking “Am I required to provide my employees with breaks during a work shift?” Most employers are surprised to discover that neither federal nor Ohio…
As of January 1, 2019, Ohio’s minimum wage has increased to $8.55 per hour for non-tipped employees ($8.30 per hour in 2018) and $4.30 per hour for tipped employees ($4.15…
Whether you are considering starting a franchise, or are currently running one, you’ll want to review the nuances of managing employees. In this brief legal talk with attorney Chris Zirke,…
Any potential franchisee will want to listen in on this brief chat with GLF’s newest attorney, Chris Zirke. Learn about the factors to consider when deciding whether to buy a…
A couple of years ago, I met with a small business that was considering hiring its first general counsel. This company had grown over 15 years and had reached an…
In a previous article for this blog titled “Fortifying Your Customer Contracts”, Max Julian identified the terms and conditions that should be included in a well-thought-out contract, including dispute resolution…
In the most recent issue of Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Journal, Gertsburg Law Firm Founder Alex Gertsburg shares the guiding principles that he’s followed in shaping The Gertsburg Law Firm into…
There are as many types of employment agreements as there are industries. A machinist, a college professor, and a non-profit director will all have unique contracts specific to their vocation….
A well-crafted liability waiver can save a business hundreds of thousands of dollars in legal fees and judgments. Unfortunately, updating a waiver, like updating insurance policies or reviewing vendor agreements,…
