Posted in Health & Wellness on December 4, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has been stressful for many people. Fear and anxiety about the virus can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions. Fortunately, there are healthy ways to cope. Harvard Health lists seven ways to reduce stress brought about by the pandemic. Get enough sleep Inadequate or poor-quality sleep can negatively affect your mood,...

Posted in In the news on September 16, 2020

Here's a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. Ohio Enacts COVID-19 Liability Shield Law360 - Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signed a law that shields businesses, health care providers and schools from civil liability for coronavirus-related injury and wrongful death suits. More than a dozen other states have similar provisions in place. The...

Posted in In the news on August 26, 2020

Here's a roundup of some major legal stories from the past week. Ohio Representatives Seek to Impeach Governor DeWine THE HILL - Three Republicans in the Ohio House have prepared articles of impeachment against GOP Governor Mike DeWine. Representatives John Becker, Nino Vitale and Paul Zeltwanger allege that DeWine violated residents’ civil liberties with...

Posted in In the news on June 3, 2020

Here's a roundup of some major legal stories from the past week. Cruise Ship Lawsuit CBS News - Passengers sued Carnival Cruise Line for alleged COVID-19 negligence. The suit accuses Carnival of improper sanitation and screening measures. The litigation includes two passengers who contracted the virus on the ship. Read the full story. Sens....

Posted in Coronavirus (COVID-19), In the news on May 27, 2020

Here's a roundup of some of the top legal stories from the past week. Lockdown Lawsuits USA Today / May 25 - During the coronavirus lockdown, a number of activities “became the subject of a federal lawsuit, as residents, businesses and even lawmakers challenged state shutdown orders designed to prevent the spread of novel...

Posted in Firm News, In the news, Product Liability, Product Recall on May 20, 2020

Here's a roundup of some of the top legal stories from the past week. Johnson & Johnson to Stop Selling Talc Baby Powder New York Times / May 20 - Johnson & Johnson is discontinuing North American sales of its talc-based baby powder. The product once defined the company’s wholesome image and they have...

Posted in In the news on May 12, 2020

Here's a roundup of some of the top legal stories from the past week. President Trump's Financial Records The Guardian / May 12 - The Supreme Court heard arguments concerning Donald Trump’s tax returns on Tuesday. Trump did not release his tax returns during the 2016 election. He has not done so since. Trump...

Posted in Coronavirus (COVID-19), In the news on April 17, 2020

As we all continue to social distance and follow stay-at-home orders, it’s important to stay socially connected. One way to do that is with a virtual party. Here are some ways to make your virtual get-together a rousing success. Choose a service There are many ways to connect with your friends and family, including the...

Posted in Coronavirus (COVID-19), Health & Wellness, In the news on March 23, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has caused stress, anxiety and hardship for millions of people. COVID-19 is affecting 183 countries and territories around the world, with the number of confirmed cases growing each day. Social distancing, isolation, quarantine and economic uncertainty—these are scary and unsettling times. Simran Sethi of The New York Times interviewed noted psychologist and...