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2019 Architects & Engineers Newsletter

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2019 Architects & Engineers Newsletter

In this issue of Weston Hurd’s 2019 Architects & Engineers Newsletter, editors David Patterson and Fred Bills weigh in on: Copyright Law and the Case for Registering Architectural Works Upon 100% CDs OFCC “Exhibit A – A/E Standard Terms & Conditions” Revisited Contact Information: David T. Patterson Editor-in-Chief 614.280.1120 dpatterson@westonhurd.com Frederick T. Bills Assistant Editor […]

Find law firm that’s right for your needs

Weston Hurd Partner, Fred Arnoff, was recently quoted in the Cleveland Jewish News article “Find Law Firm That’s Right for Your Needs” (April 19, 2019). Selecting a law firm that fits your legal needs is so important and Fred offers practical advice, “You want to inquire what is the lawyer’s expertise, background and skillset and […]

SCOTUS Rules That Express Authorization is Required for Class Arbitration

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SCOTUS Rules That Express Authorization is Required for Class Arbitration

On April 24, 2019, the Supreme Court of the United States decided Lamps Plus, Inc. v. Varela, No.17-988, holding that courts may not compel class-wide arbitration based on an arbitration agreement that is ambiguous as to whether the parties agreed to arbitrate on a class basis.  Varela sued Lamps Plus in federal district court. The parties […]

You Auto Know!® – MANUFACTURER INDEMNIFICATION

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You Auto Know!® – MANUFACTURER INDEMNIFICATION

As you are aware, Ohio has two statutes requiring a manufacturer/franchisor to indemnify the dealer/franchisee relative to defective motor vehicles that are produced by the franchisor and provided to the dealer/franchisee. The two Ohio statutes are O.R.C. §4517.60 “Indemnification and Holding Harmless of Franchisee” and §4517.72 – “Duty to Repair – repair unsuccessful,” commonly known […]

Succession Planning Big Part of Family Businesses

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Succession Planning Big Part of Family Businesses

Weston Hurd Partner, Jerry Goldstein, was recently quoted in the Cleveland Jewish News (March 15, 2019) in the article “Succession Planning A Big Part of Family Business.” According to Jerry, “(Family businesses) represent the largest portion of a family’s wealth. If you don’t pay attention to it, funny things can happen. Also, it’s often the […]

MARK KRUSE NAMED FELLOW OF CONSTRUCTION LAWYERS SOCIETY OF AMERICA

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MARK KRUSE NAMED FELLOW OF CONSTRUCTION LAWYERS SOCIETY OF AMERICA

Mark F. Kruse, a Partner with the law firm Weston Hurd LLP has been selected as a Fellow of the Construction Lawyers Society of America. An experienced attorney and litigator, Mark represents clients in both state and federal courts throughout the United States. His clients are engaged in a variety of industries and principally include […]