Personal Injury FAQs

• I was in an accident - will I get compensation?
• What are damages?
• What is the most important thing for me to do after an accident in which I was injured?
• How do I pay my medical bills?
• How much money is my case worth?
• Will I have to go to Court?
• What happens if I was injured in a collision caused by an uninsured driver?
• How much do you charge?

Family Law FAQs

• What is the difference between divorce and dissolution?
• We’re not sure we are really ready for a divorce, although we cannot live together anymore. Are there other options?
• If we cannot agree, how does the court decide who gets custody of our child?
• What is shared parenting?
• What about child support?
• I want my fair share of our property. How can I make sure that happens?

Criminal / Traffic Law FAQs

• What exactly is criminal offense, and what is a criminal lawyer?
• Where can I find out what offenses in Ohio are considered crimes?
• What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
• What kinds of Ohio crimes are considered felonies?
• What are the penalties for a felony conviction?
• What kinds of Ohio crimes are considered misdemeanors, and what penalties are imposed?
• Will I go to jail if I am convicted of a crime?
• What is expungement?
• How can a lawyer help me if I get a DUI?

Estate Planning FAQs

• What is an Estate Plan and do I need one?
• Why should I have a Will?
• What happens without a Will?
• When does a Will not help?
• What is a Living Will?
• What is a Healthcare Power of Attorney?
• What is a Durable Power of Attorney?
• What is a Trust?
• What are the benefits of a Living Trust?
• What are some other ways to Avoid Probate?

Probate Law FAQs

• What is Probate?
• Why do I need an attorney?
• Can the probate process be contested?
• How does a living trust fit into probate?

Bankruptcy FAQs

• Will the bankruptcy stop bill collectors from calling?
• What should I do to prepare for filing bankruptcy?
• What are some alternatives to bankruptcy?
• Will I have to go to court?
• What happens to my personal property, real property and other assets?
• Do I need an attorney to file bankruptcy?
• Will the fact that I filed bankruptcy appear on credit reports?
• How can I re-establish my credit rating after bankruptcy?