On April 23, 2024, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission announced its long-awaited final rule regarding noncompete agreements. The FTC had issued a proposed rule in January 2023 and received more than 26,000 comments from the public in response. The final rule effectively bans employers from entering into noncompetes with workers and bans enforcement of most […]
Weston Hurd’s 2024 Desktop Legal Primer for Ohio Claims serves as a comprehensive go-to-guide and useful reference tool. Researched and written by Weston Hurd attorneys, the Primer contains Ohio statutes, case citations, and covers topics involving: Claim Limitation Periods – Statutes of Limitation; Product Liability Statute of Repose; Construction Statute of Repose; Legal Malpractice Statute of Repose; Employment […]
Weston Hurd LLP is honored to be named by Best Lawyers® in its 2024 “Best Law Firms” rankings in both national and metropolitan categories. According to Best Lawyers, “Best Law Firms rankings are based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes the collection of client and lawyer evaluations, peer review from leading attorneys, and review of […]
We are pleased to announce the latest edition of Weston Hurd’s Architects & Engineers Newsletter is now available. The newsletter contains the following articles: Ohio School Design – Does it Create Design Warranties? Additional Services – “Catch 22” Anti-Indemnity Statute – Owner’s Response Duty to Defend Download the 2023 Architects and Engineers Newsletter by clicking here […]
As you know, this author has handled thousands of consumer complaints whether from responding to a letter, getting involved with the Attorney General’s office, administrative hearings, or consumer litigation. Other than a few dealerships, the vast majority do not have a procedure to effectively handle customer complaints, especially those that spiral out of control into […]
Under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (“PACA”) there are very specific protections for growers and sellers of produce. In particular, PACA specifies the need for prompt payment terms which means payment in full within 10 days of the buyer’s acceptance of the produce. See, 7 C.F.R. §46.2(aa). The payment terms between the parties can never […]
First, these are ideas I have formed after reviewing a lot of information on EV batteries. You have to educate yourself and perform additional research. Further, it is imperative that you consult with your insurance company for appropriate coverage and guidance. Automobile dealerships are and will be required to store EV batteries on their premises whether […]
Congratulations to Weston Hurd’s John Farnan and Dan Richards. In a May 24, 2023 opinion, in Lamorak Insurance Co. v. Goodrich Corporation, the Summit County Court of Common Pleas ordered that their client, an insurance carrier, did not owe an additional $110 million of insurance coverage to Goodrich for an environmental loss claim. The matter involved […]
