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[Ongoing Program] Level 2: K-12 Title IX Report Writing for Investigators and Decision-Makers - December 13th, 9:00 am - 11:30 am ET

K-12 Title IX Regulations Trainings Winter Series - Join Bricker Graydon attorneys for a series of trainings to learn how to remain compliant with the current Title IX regulations…more

Civil Rights Act, Coaches, Confidentiality Policies, Decision-Making Process, Discipline

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U.S. EPA Releases First-Ever Final PFAS Drinking Water Rule

On April 10, 2024, U.S. EPA issued the first-ever, national drinking water standard for a group of chemicals commonly referred to as “PFAS” or “forever chemicals”. PFAS generally refers to a family of chemicals known as “per-…more

Contamination, Drinking Water, Environmental Policies, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Final Rules

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Susan Argo

Lenders Beware - Ohio Appellate Decision Impacts Guaranties

A recent opinion from the First Appellate District of Ohio is noteworthy for lenders for two reasons: (1) what language not to insert in a guaranty; (2) what information potentially needs to be relayed to a potential guarantor…more

Contract Terms, Duty to Disclose, Financial Obligations, Guarantors, Lenders

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Lyndsey Barnett

You May be Able to Increase Health Plan Premiums and Stay Affordable in 2025

For the first time in four years, the IRS adjusted the affordability percentage used for the shared responsibility penalties. The IRS recently announced that the affordability percentage for 2025 will be 9.02%…more

Affordable Care Act, Benefit Plan Sponsors, Employee Benefits, Employer Group Health Plans, Health Insurance

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Amy Bartemes

[Webinar] Wednesday Webinar: Buy, Sell or Lease – Real Estate Primer for School Districts (Pre-K to 12) - June 16th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

Join Bricker attorneys Amy Bartemes and Shannon Martin for a discussion on the real estate issues facing school districts and the various tools available to address those issues…more

Buyers, Commercial Leases, Real Estate Transactions, School Districts, Sellers

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John Caleb Bell

New Morrow County Engineering Facility Will Have Huge Impact

Thanks to a partnership among the Morrow County Development Authority, the Board of Morrow County Commissioners, and the Morrow County Engineer, the county will get a new engineering facility that will reduce costs, increase…more

Engineering, Infrastructure, Public Funds, Public Projects, State and Local Government

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Brad Bennett

Navigating Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace

An employee time traveling to today’s workplace from the 1980s would be astounded at where we’ve arrived. While we don’t (yet!) have flying cars as imagined by many 1980’s sci-fi movies, the world of work is undergoing its next…more

Artificial Intelligence, Automated Decision Systems (ADS), Automation Systems, Compliance, Department of Labor (DOL)

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Amelia Blankenship

New AOS Requirement: All Employees and Elected Officials of a Political Subdivision Required to Complete Online Fraud Training by September 28th

Per recent updates to various sections of Ohio law, all employees and elected officials of public entities in Ohio are required to report alleged fraud, theft in office, or misuse or misappropriation of public money…more

Certification Requirements, Employee Training, Fraud, Misappropriation, Misuse or Misdirection of Funds

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Sally Bloomfield

[Event] "Candid Conversations" on National Women's History Month featuring Sally Bloomfield - March 31st, Columbus, OH

Bricker & Eckler is proud to present "Candid Conversations," a dialogue series created to highlight and celebrate underrepresented groups and their cultures, facilitated by Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, Dr…more

Diversity, Events, Leadership, Women in the Law, Women's Rights

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Melissa Martinez Bondy

[Ongoing Program] Level 2: K-12 Title IX Report Writing for Investigators and Decision-Makers - December 13th, 9:00 am - 11:30 am ET

K-12 Title IX Regulations Trainings Winter Series - Join Bricker Graydon attorneys for a series of trainings to learn how to remain compliant with the current Title IX regulations…more

Civil Rights Act, Coaches, Confidentiality Policies, Decision-Making Process, Discipline

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Dylan Borchers

New Ohio Power Siting Board Rules: Effective May 30, 2024

On July 20, 2023, the Ohio Power Siting Board (Board or OPSB) issued its determination on a comprehensive set of proposed revisions to the rules governing the procedures before the OPSB and its siting criteria. The Order…more

Amended Rules, Building Permits, Electric Generation Suppliers, Electricity, Energy Projects

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Laura Bowman

[Webinar] Ohio Libraries: Bidding by the Book - September 25th, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET

Thinking about a construction project? To hire a general contractor, you likely need to competitively bid your project in accordance with Ohio law! Join us for the second FREE webinar in our Library Learning Series hosted by…more

Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, General Contractors

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Tyler Bridge

Call to Ohio Higher Education Institutions, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations - Grant Funding Now Available

Ohio’s Grid Resiliency Program makes $2,000,000 in grant funding available for small-scale projects including the following..…more

Colleges, Educational Institutions, Energy Projects, Federal Grants, Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)

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Diana Brown

[Event] Intensive Labor Negotiations Academy (K-12 Education) - January 21st, Columbus, OH

Please join BASA and Bricker & Eckler for the 2022 Intensive Labor Negotiations Academy…more

Collective Bargaining, Events, Labor Shortage, Negotiations, School Districts

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Aaron Bruggeman

Ohio Supreme Court issues another major decision for surface and mineral owners in Ohio

On December 17, 2020, just days after its decision in West v. Bode (previously summarized by Bricker attorneys), the Ohio Supreme Court issued another major decision for surface and mineral owners in Ohio. In Gerrity v…more

Abandonment, Due Diligence, Energy Policy, Mineral Leases, Mineral Rights

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Daniel Burke

You Get A State Law! You Get A State Law!

Employers are governed not only by federal wage and hour, discrimination, leave, and other such laws, but also by a patchwork of state and local employment laws. In our experience, employers are often unaware of state and local…more

Amended Legislation, Compliance, Medical Leave, Paid Leave, Paid Sick Leave

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Erin Butcher

[Ongoing Program] Session 3: Play Offense, Not Defense: Complying with Title IX in an Ever-Changing Environment - October 1st, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

The 2nd Annual Athletic Department Toolkit Series: Balancing Compliance and Competitive Success in an Era of Change (Higher Education) - New year, new topics. Stay up-to-date on current and forward-looking legal and…more

Best Practices, Chief Compliance Officers, Coaches, College Athletes, Colleges

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Lisa Caldemeyer Diedrichs

What Does FTC’s Ban of Non-Competes Mean for Healthcare Non-Profits?

On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) approved the proposed ban on non-compete agreements. Under the new rule, existing non-competes for senior executives remain enforceable…more

Employment Contract, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Final Rules, Health Care Providers, Healthcare Facilities

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Drew H. Campbell

U.S. Supreme Court Overrules The Chevron Doctrine

For 40 years, the federal courts have deferred to the statutory construction adopted by administrative agencies where an authorizing statute was either ambiguous or left a gap that required further interpretation. In such cases,…more

Administrative Procedure Act, Chevron Deference, Chevron v NRDC, Government Agencies, Judicial Authority

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Melissa Carleton

[Webinar] Level 1: Annual Clery Training and Intro to Title IX Basics (Higher Education) - April 2nd - 3rd, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET

Join Bricker Graydon Higher Education attorney, Melissa Carleton for a virtual 2-day, Level 1: Annual Clery Training and Intro to Title IX Basics. Attendees will need to attend both days to be fully compliant. This training…more

Appeals, Clery Act, Colleges, Grievance Process, School Policies

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Laura Caty

Hashtags and Headaches - How Employers Can Best Protect Themselves From Viral TikTok Trends

What’s your social media of choice? Are you into the short form videos on TikTok, or would you rather just post a picture on Instagram? Maybe you prefer old reliable Facebook to keep you informed of what’s happening in your…more

Confidential Information, Employment Policies, Hashtags, Online Platforms, Risk Management

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Tyler Compton

[Webinar] 2022 Kentucky PACE Market Update - January 20th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

Are you interested in Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) in Kentucky? Join Bricker & Eckler and PACE administrator, Energize Kentucky, as they highlight the major accomplishments from 2021 and provide an outlook for the…more

Clean Energy, Energy Efficiency, Energy Market, Energy Projects, Energy Sector

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William Conard II

IRS announces changes to Form 8038-CP coming in January 2022

On November 16, 2021, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) publicly previewed a draft of a revised Form 8038-CP (Return for Credit Payments to Issuers of Qualified Bonds), along with updated filing instructions and a new schedule…more

Bond Issuers, Bonds, E-Filing, Filing Requirements, Green Bonds

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Brodi Conover

Federal Grant Provides $7 Million to Fund Cybersecurity Efforts by Local Governments

Did your computer suffer from a blue screen of death due to the global IT outage caused by an update from CrowdStrike, a popular cybersecurity provider to many enterprises around the country? Cybersecurity concerns top the list…more

Best Practices, Cybersecurity, Domain Names, Encryption, Multi-Factor Authentication

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Janet Cooper

Special education continuation concerns

Multiple pieces of guidance related to serving students with disabilities have been issued since Governor DeWine announced the closure of Ohio’s schools on March 12, 2020…more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Crisis Management, Educational Institutions, FERPA, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

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William Creedon

BWC Finalizes Public Employer Rate Cut

The Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) Board of Directions recently approved a 3.9% rate reduction for Ohio’s public employers. As a result, public employers will pay nearly $8 million less in premiums beginning January 1,…more

Premiums, Public Employers, Workers Compensation Board, Workers’ Compensation

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Christina Cross

Business owners receive tax credit for hiring student employees: Learn more on Dec. 7th

On December 7, 2022, the Ohio Department of Education (ODE) will host a free webinar for business owners who want to learn how to receive tax credits for hiring student employees. Any employer who is a taxpayer or a…more

Hiring & Firing, Pass-Through Entities, State Labor Departments, Students, Tax Credits

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Christine Cushman

Which Should You Choose: Health Savings Accounts vs. Health Reimbursement Accounts

When it comes to pre-tax savings for qualifying medical expenses, employers have several options available to offer employees. Two of the more popular options are health savings accounts (HSAs) and health reimbursement accounts…more

Benefit Plan Sponsors, COBRA, Contribution Limits, Employee Benefits, Health Savings Accounts

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Kate Vivian Davis

Kentucky District Court Blocks Implementation of 2024 Title IX Regulations in Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia

A federal judge in the Eastern District of Kentucky has enjoined the United States Department of Education from implementing or enforcing the 2024 Title IX regulations. The injunction is limited to the states of Tennessee,…more

Anti-Discrimination Policies, Arbitrary and Capricious, Bostock v Clayton County Georgia, Department of Education, Educational Institutions

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J. Michael Debbeler

Lenders Beware - Ohio Appellate Decision Impacts Guaranties

A recent opinion from the First Appellate District of Ohio is noteworthy for lenders for two reasons: (1) what language not to insert in a guaranty; (2) what information potentially needs to be relayed to a potential guarantor…more

Contract Terms, Duty to Disclose, Financial Obligations, Guarantors, Lenders

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Nicole Donovsky

[Hybrid Event] Bricker Graydon & Friends Ohio Ethics Law Program - December 13th, Columbus, OH

Bricker Graydon invites our friends who serve public entities, employees and officials to an Ohio Ethics Law update by Susan Willeke of the Ohio Ethics Commission. Lunch will be provided for in-person attendees!…more

Continuing Legal Education, Employees, Ethics, Events, Public Entities

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Darby Dooley

Last Call for Non-School Incentive District TIFs

With Fall almost upon us, the window of opportunity is rapidly closing for Ohio municipalities to establish non-school tax increment financing (TIF) incentive districts before year’s end. This timeline only impacts the ability…more

Administrative Procedure, Local Ordinance, Municipalities, Tax Increment Financing, Urban Planning & Development

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Mark Evans

Key Changes to Ohio Construction Law for Certain Public Entities Beginning October 3, 2023 - Update

Effective October 3, 2023, the threshold amount for rejecting bids when they exceed the original construction estimate will increase for certain Ohio public entities. Previously, Ohio Revised Code (ORC)153.12 specified that no…more

Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Public Bidding, Public Contracts

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Price Finley

[Webinar] Developing Property for Economic Growth - September 9th, 9:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Bricker & Eckler attorneys, with special guest Thomas Winston, President & CEO, Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority, invite you to attend a virtual presentation that will walk you through the process of developing public or…more

Acquisitions, Best Practices, Bond Financing, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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John Flis

Call to Ohio Higher Education Institutions, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations - Grant Funding Now Available

Ohio’s Grid Resiliency Program makes $2,000,000 in grant funding available for small-scale projects including the following..…more

Colleges, Educational Institutions, Energy Projects, Federal Grants, Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)

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James Flynn

[Event] June Bridge Series - June 6th, Cincinnati, OH

Join us for the Good News in June as we showcase the extraordinary leadership and achievements of some of Greater Cincinnati's top healthcare and wellness visionaries. This unique gathering aims to highlight the positive impact…more

Community Development, Events, Health Care Providers, Healthcare Facilities, Wellness Programs

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Alexander Fowler

[Hybrid Event] 21st Annual Top Gun Construction Claims Seminar - October 19th, Dublin, OH

Bricker Graydon's construction attorneys are proud to present "Top Gun," our premier Midwest construction claims seminar. This seminar will cover: - Important construction concepts, including key contract language, best…more

Best Practices, Compensation, Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Disputes

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Christopher Furey

[Webinar] From Brown to Bright - Developing brownfields for solar projects in Ohio - September 10th, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

Please join several Bricker & Eckler attorneys and Mike Foley, Director of Cuyahoga County's Department of Sustainability, for a discussion on the Brooklyn solar project, Ohio's first solar project to be constructed at a closed…more

Brownfield Properties, Clean Energy, Construction Industry, Energy Projects, Energy Sector

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Jessica Galanos

Breaking News: Supreme Court Title IX Update

On July 22, 2024, the Solicitor General, Elizabeth B. Prelogar, submitted applications to the United States Supreme Court seeking partial stays on injunctions from the Western District of Louisiana and the Eastern District of…more

Colleges, Department of Education, Gender Identity, Motion To Stay, Preliminary Injunctions

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Dane Gaschen

[Event] Intensive Labor Negotiations Academy (K-12 Education) - January 21st, Columbus, OH

Please join BASA and Bricker & Eckler for the 2022 Intensive Labor Negotiations Academy…more

Collective Bargaining, Events, Labor Shortage, Negotiations, School Districts

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Lee Geiger

FTC’s Non-Compete Ban is Dead - RIP

In breaking news that will surprise … absolutely no one, a federal judge ruled yesterday that the FTC overstepped its authority when it issued a sweeping national ban on non-compete agreements. The decision came out of Texas –…more

Arbitrary and Capricious, Employment Contract, Federal Bans, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Final Rules

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Christopher Gordon

Federal Grant Provides $7 Million to Fund Cybersecurity Efforts by Local Governments

Did your computer suffer from a blue screen of death due to the global IT outage caused by an update from CrowdStrike, a popular cybersecurity provider to many enterprises around the country? Cybersecurity concerns top the list…more

Best Practices, Cybersecurity, Domain Names, Encryption, Multi-Factor Authentication

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Warren Grody

[Ongoing Program] Level 3: Higher education Title IX advanced decision-maker practicum - June 15th - 16th, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST

Advanced Title IX Regulations Training, Level 3 (Higher Education) - Bricker & Eckler is pleased to announce a series of Level 3 Higher Education Title IX trainings for Title IX coordinators, investigators, and…more

Colleges, Cross Examination, Decision-Making Process, Interviews, Investigations

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Matthew Gurbach

[Webinar] The Lightning Round: Product Liability and Beyond - October 19th, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm EST

Regulatory challenges and legal threats facing product manufacturers change at a rapid pace, and this is especially true in a COVID-19 world. Join Bricker attorneys and distinguished experts as we cover a myriad of topics in…more

Continuing Legal Education, Manufacturer Liability, Manufacturers, Manufacturing Defects, Product Recalls

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Joseph Hall

[Webinar] Higher Education Hazing Investigation Bootcamp - January 24th, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST

Join Bricker Graydon’s Higher Education Team for an in-depth training on how to effectively investigate and address reports of hazing on your campus. This half-day session will address the root causes of hazing behavior on…more

Best Practices, Colleges, Documentation, Educational Institutions, Hazing

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Jeffry Harris

[Event] Uniting for Action in Northwest Ohio: A Discussion on Collaborative Solutions for Ohio's Housing Crisis - August 28th, Lima, OH

Session: Incentivizing Housing Development in Northwest Ohio: Finding Opportunities and Overcoming Barriers - Overview of Statewide market conditions for housing development & how to build successful public-private…more

Construction Industry, Economic Development, Events, Housing Developers, Housing Market

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Kasey Havekost

[Ongoing Program] Session 3: Play Offense, Not Defense: Complying with Title IX in an Ever-Changing Environment - October 1st, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

The 2nd Annual Athletic Department Toolkit Series: Balancing Compliance and Competitive Success in an Era of Change (Higher Education) - New year, new topics. Stay up-to-date on current and forward-looking legal and…more

Best Practices, Chief Compliance Officers, Coaches, College Athletes, Colleges

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Erin Heidrich

[Ongoing Program] Level 2: K-12 Title IX Report Writing for Investigators and Decision-Makers - December 13th, 9:00 am - 11:30 am ET

K-12 Title IX Regulations Trainings Winter Series - Join Bricker Graydon attorneys for a series of trainings to learn how to remain compliant with the current Title IX regulations…more

Civil Rights Act, Coaches, Confidentiality Policies, Decision-Making Process, Discipline

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Brendan Heil

Township Civility: Dealing with Difficult Residents, Staff, and Elected Officials

There is not a public servant, employee, or trustee who doesn’t have a war story regarding an unruly public meeting or hearing gone wild. Perhaps it was just a quirky public comment. Maybe it’s a viral comment from a public…more

Municipalities, Public Comment, Public Employees, Public Meetings, Public Officials

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Jeffrey Hendricks

Lenders Beware - Ohio Appellate Decision Impacts Guaranties

A recent opinion from the First Appellate District of Ohio is noteworthy for lenders for two reasons: (1) what language not to insert in a guaranty; (2) what information potentially needs to be relayed to a potential guarantor…more

Contract Terms, Duty to Disclose, Financial Obligations, Guarantors, Lenders

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Kara Herrnstein

New Ohio Power Siting Board Rules: Effective May 30, 2024

On July 20, 2023, the Ohio Power Siting Board (Board or OPSB) issued its determination on a comprehensive set of proposed revisions to the rules governing the procedures before the OPSB and its siting criteria. The Order…more

Amended Rules, Building Permits, Electric Generation Suppliers, Electricity, Energy Projects

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Nicole Hunter

Boost Workplace Safety and Lower Ohio Workers’ Comp Premiums with a Drug-Free Safety Program

All Ohio employers are required to maintain workers’ compensation insurance coverage for their employees, which can be a significant business expense…more

Drug Testing, Employer Liability Issues, Premiums, Risk Mitigation, Third-Party Service Provider

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Benjamin Hyden

[Hybrid Event] 21st Annual Top Gun Construction Claims Seminar - October 19th, Dublin, OH

Bricker Graydon's construction attorneys are proud to present "Top Gun," our premier Midwest construction claims seminar. This seminar will cover: - Important construction concepts, including key contract language, best…more

Best Practices, Compensation, Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Disputes

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Stephen Intihar

[Webinar] Developing Property for Economic Growth - September 9th, 9:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Bricker & Eckler attorneys, with special guest Thomas Winston, President & CEO, Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority, invite you to attend a virtual presentation that will walk you through the process of developing public or…more

Acquisitions, Best Practices, Bond Financing, Construction Industry, Construction Project

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David Jackson

Federal and Ohio tax deadlines extended

On March 17, 2021, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service announced that the federal income tax filing due date deadline has been extended from April 15, 2021 to May 17, 2021. At the same time, the IRS also…more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Federal Taxes, Filing Deadlines, Income Taxes, IRS

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Mike Jacoby

[Event] Uniting for Action in Northwest Ohio: A Discussion on Collaborative Solutions for Ohio's Housing Crisis - August 28th, Lima, OH

Session: Incentivizing Housing Development in Northwest Ohio: Finding Opportunities and Overcoming Barriers - Overview of Statewide market conditions for housing development & how to build successful public-private…more

Construction Industry, Economic Development, Events, Housing Developers, Housing Market

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Christopher Jones

[Webinar] 2022 Kentucky PACE Market Update - January 20th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

Are you interested in Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) in Kentucky? Join Bricker & Eckler and PACE administrator, Energize Kentucky, as they highlight the major accomplishments from 2021 and provide an outlook for the…more

Clean Energy, Energy Efficiency, Energy Market, Energy Projects, Energy Sector

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Rebecca Joseph

Breaking News: Supreme Court Title IX Update

On July 22, 2024, the Solicitor General, Elizabeth B. Prelogar, submitted applications to the United States Supreme Court seeking partial stays on injunctions from the Western District of Louisiana and the Eastern District of…more

Colleges, Department of Education, Gender Identity, Motion To Stay, Preliminary Injunctions

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Colin Kalvas

Historic tax-exempt PACE financing for 501(c)(3) recovery center

The Columbus Regional Energy Special Improvement District closed the State of Ohio’s first tax-exempt 501(c)(3) PACE financing on August 24, 2021. A first-of-its-kind financing, PACE special assessments were used as security for…more

501(c)(3), Bonds, Nonprofits, Project Finance, Special Assessments

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Christine Kenney

Ohio Department of Health proposes draft Health Care Service rules for comment

The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is required to set minimum standards for certain health care services (HCS), specifically blood and bone marrow transplantation, solid organ transplantation, adult cardiac…more

Comment Period, Healthcare Facilities, Licensing Rules, Medicare, Proposed Rules

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Robert Kent

[Webinar] Higher Education Hazing Investigation Bootcamp - January 24th, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST

Join Bricker Graydon’s Higher Education Team for an in-depth training on how to effectively investigate and address reports of hazing on your campus. This half-day session will address the root causes of hazing behavior on…more

Best Practices, Colleges, Documentation, Educational Institutions, Hazing

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Tarik Kershah

Ohio School Bidding Statute Update: Does your project require bidding?

The bidding statute applicable to school boards in the state of Ohio is R.C. 3313.46. It requires public bidding in accordance with the statutory procedure when the school board “determines to build, repair, enlarge, improve, or…more

Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Judicial Interpretation, Public Procurement Policies, Public Projects

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Marie-Joëlle Khouzam

Supreme Court Expands Workers’ Ability to Sue Based on Job Transfer

In a recently decided case, the U.S. Supreme Court held that a job transfer may demonstrate adverse action even when the transfer does not result in a loss of pay or other benefit. A unanimous Court held in Muldrow v. City of…more

Adverse Employment Action, Civil Rights Act, Employee Transfers, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Discrimination

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John Kirk

“S” Corp? Law Change May Make an ESOP More Appealing

The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 (“SECURE 2.0”) made numerous changes to the complex web that makes up U.S. retirement plan laws. Of interest to S corporations that may be considering an employee stock ownership plan (“ESOP”) is the…more

C-Corporation, Capital Gains, ESOP, IRS, Privately Held Corporations

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Jeff Knight

[Ongoing Program] Session 3: Play Offense, Not Defense: Complying with Title IX in an Ever-Changing Environment - October 1st, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

The 2nd Annual Athletic Department Toolkit Series: Balancing Compliance and Competitive Success in an Era of Change (Higher Education) - New year, new topics. Stay up-to-date on current and forward-looking legal and…more

Best Practices, Chief Compliance Officers, Coaches, College Athletes, Colleges

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Matthew Koppitch

Preliminary Kentucky Primary Election Results 2024

The Commonwealth of Kentucky held its 2024 Primary Election on Tuesday, May 21. While there were no surprises in the Presidential Primaries, the night did feature several races for open seats caused by retirements or incumbents…more

Election Results, Primary Elections, State Elections

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Glenn Krassen

Ohio House Public Utilities Committee unveils H.B. 246

On May 28, 2020, the Ohio House Public Utilities Committee adopted a substitute bill for H.B. 246 (Vitale). Previously, the legislation was a placeholder declaring the intent to adopt reforms and modernization of the Public…more

Chain of Distribution, Energy Projects, Infrastructure, Legislative Agendas, Natural Gas

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David Lampe

Budget Commission Requests to Forgo Revenue

As a result of the 2023 valuation update, several counties have requested all jurisdictions, including school districts, to voluntarily give back millage to reverse the impact of inflationary increases on collections,…more

Board of Education, Municipalities, Property Tax, Public Schools, School Districts

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Gregory Lestini

2024 Campaign Finance Reporting Deadlines Update

Ohio’s campaign finance reporting deadlines were updated for 2024, please find the latest deadlines and other campaign finance compliance information on the chart here…more

Campaign Contributions, Deadlines, Federal Elections, Filing Deadlines, Lobbyists

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Jacquelin Lewis

[Event] Uniting for Action in Northwest Ohio: A Discussion on Collaborative Solutions for Ohio's Housing Crisis - August 28th, Lima, OH

Session: Incentivizing Housing Development in Northwest Ohio: Finding Opportunities and Overcoming Barriers - Overview of Statewide market conditions for housing development & how to build successful public-private…more

Construction Industry, Economic Development, Events, Housing Developers, Housing Market

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Samuel Lewis

[Hybrid Event] 21st Annual Top Gun Construction Claims Seminar - October 19th, Dublin, OH

Bricker Graydon's construction attorneys are proud to present "Top Gun," our premier Midwest construction claims seminar. This seminar will cover: - Important construction concepts, including key contract language, best…more

Best Practices, Compensation, Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Disputes

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Quintin Lindsmith

[Event] Ethics & Professionalism Seminar - February 15th, Cleveland, OH

Join us for Bricker Graydon’s Annual Ethics & Professionalism Seminar, an engaging and insightful event designed for in-house legal professionals. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your ethical understanding, explore pro…more

Continuing Legal Education, Events, Law Firm Associates, Law Firm Partners, Law Practice Management

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Rachael Mains

2024 Campaign Finance Reporting Deadlines Update

Ohio’s campaign finance reporting deadlines were updated for 2024, please find the latest deadlines and other campaign finance compliance information on the chart here…more

Campaign Contributions, Deadlines, Federal Elections, Filing Deadlines, Lobbyists

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M. Shannon Martin

Artificial Intelligence - There's Nothing Fake About It

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become ubiquitous in today’s corporate lexicon. And while much has been said, and written, about AI, the question still remains: what, exactly, is AI? Or, more aptly for this discussion, what…more

Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Congressional Investigations & Hearings, Disruptive Technology

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Elizabeth Martini

2024 Campaign Finance Reporting Deadlines Update

Ohio’s campaign finance reporting deadlines were updated for 2024, please find the latest deadlines and other campaign finance compliance information on the chart here…more

Campaign Contributions, Deadlines, Federal Elections, Filing Deadlines, Lobbyists

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William Mason

2024 Campaign Finance Reporting Deadlines Update

Ohio’s campaign finance reporting deadlines were updated for 2024, please find the latest deadlines and other campaign finance compliance information on the chart here…more

Campaign Contributions, Deadlines, Federal Elections, Filing Deadlines, Lobbyists

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Alexander Mattingly

Final Warning: Distributions to Beneficiaries Must Begin in 2025

The retirement plan industry has been wrestling with the changes to required minimum distribution (RMD) provisions made by the SECURE Act and SECURE 2.0. One issue in particular has caused considerable confusion…more

Beneficiaries, Distribution Rules, Employee Benefits, Excise Tax, Guidance Update

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Robert McCarthy

$100M Mission Point Project Will Create Hundreds of New Jobs Near Wright-Pat

As Dayton’s defense industry continues to grow, a local developer plans to invest more than $100M in a mixed-use development aimed at attracting defense contractors…more

Commercial Property Owners, Commercial Tenants, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Defense Sector

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Christopher McCloskey

Increased Bidding Threshold for Ohio Public School Districts Beginning October 24, 2024

Effective October 24, 2024, the competitive bidding threshold for Ohio public school districts contained in Ohio Revised Code (“ORC”) 3313.46 will increase from $50,000 to $75,000 through 2024, and will then increase by 3%…more

Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Design Professionals, Design-Build, Public Procurement Policies

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Liam McMillin

Scammers, SSNs, and Smelling Funny

I was hanging out with my friend this weekend, both catching up on emails from a coffee shop. After a while, he turned to me. “Well sh*t. Looks like my social security number might be on the dark web.”…more

Best Practices, Data Breach, Data Privacy, Email, Email Policies

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Sarah McNally

[Event] 20th Annual Top Gun Construction Claims Seminar - October 13th, Dublin, OH

Bricker & Eckler's construction attorneys are proud to present "Top Gun," our premier Midwest construction claims seminar. This seminar will cover: - Important construction concepts, including key contract language, best…more

Best Practices, Compensation, Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Disputes

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Frank Merrill

U.S. EPA Releases First-Ever Final PFAS Drinking Water Rule

On April 10, 2024, U.S. EPA issued the first-ever, national drinking water standard for a group of chemicals commonly referred to as “PFAS” or “forever chemicals”. PFAS generally refers to a family of chemicals known as “per-…more

Contamination, Drinking Water, Environmental Policies, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Final Rules

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Beverly Meyer

Contracting as a Political Subdivision: Contracts for Services

Ohio’s political subdivisions - such as townships, counties, and municipalities - are authorized to enter into contracts under the Revised Code. Although political subdivisions have the power of local self-government, exercises…more

Contract Terms, Public Procurement Policies, Public Projects, Service Contracts, State Contractors

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Brock Miskimen

Increased Bidding Threshold for Ohio Public School Districts Beginning October 24, 2024

Effective October 24, 2024, the competitive bidding threshold for Ohio public school districts contained in Ohio Revised Code (“ORC”) 3313.46 will increase from $50,000 to $75,000 through 2024, and will then increase by 3%…more

Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Design Professionals, Design-Build, Public Procurement Policies

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Austin Musser

[Webinar] How Can Local Economic Developers Talk with Housing Developers? Presented in Partnership with the OEDA - March 4th, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm ET

Housing demand outstrips supply so much that developers can be – and are – very selective about where they choose to invest. Factors like land price, annexation and zoning processes, infrastructure costs, density, and community…more

Decision-Making Process, Economic Development, Housing Developers, Real Estate Investments, Webinars

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Theresa Nelson

The Emerging World of AI in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Know.

Artificial intelligence (AI) software, programs, and systems are not new. But, as with other recent advances in technology, the law is racing to keep up or even catch up with the use of AI in the workplace. AI offers employers…more

Anti-Discrimination Policies, Artificial Intelligence, Biden Administration, Employer Liability Issues, Executive Orders

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Joel Nielsen

[Ongoing Program] Session 3: Play Offense, Not Defense: Complying with Title IX in an Ever-Changing Environment - October 1st, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

The 2nd Annual Athletic Department Toolkit Series: Balancing Compliance and Competitive Success in an Era of Change (Higher Education) - New year, new topics. Stay up-to-date on current and forward-looking legal and…more

Best Practices, Chief Compliance Officers, Coaches, College Athletes, Colleges

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Kasey Nielsen

After House Bill 68 Override, Implications for Education in Ohio

The Ohio legislature’s override of House Bill 68 comes after nearly two years of debate about how to handle mental health, healthcare, and athletics for transgender youth. School districts and higher education institutions…more

Colleges, Educational Institutions, Health Care Providers, Mental Health, NCAA

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Joshua Nolan

[Event] Higher Education Energy and Finance Workshop - August 8th, Columbus, OH

Join Bricker Graydon’s Public Finance, Energy and Higher Education attorneys for an informative session on transformative financial and energy use practices within higher education institutions. Lunch will be provided for…more

Clean Energy, Colleges, Continuing Legal Education, Energy Efficiency, Energy Projects

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Sarah O'Dea

[Event] Higher Education Energy and Finance Workshop - August 8th, Columbus, OH

Join Bricker Graydon’s Public Finance, Energy and Higher Education attorneys for an informative session on transformative financial and energy use practices within higher education institutions. Lunch will be provided for…more

Clean Energy, Colleges, Continuing Legal Education, Energy Efficiency, Energy Projects

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Susan Oppenheimer

[Event] Title IX Coordinator's Retreat (K-12) - September 30th, Columbus, OH

As a new school year begins and new challenges arise, it's important to pause and take time for yourself when stress arises. Join Bricker & Eckler attorneys and INCompliance consultants for a day dedicated to K-12 Title IX…more

Events, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR), School Districts, Sex Discrimination, Title IX

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Izaak Orlansky

[Webinar] Ohio’s House Bill 68 Goes Into Effect – What are the Next Steps for K-12 + Higher Ed? - March 6th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

Interested in learning more about HB68 and what policies you should be paying attention to? Join education attorneys Kasey Havekost and Izaak Orlansky for a discussion on the new laws governing transgender students in the areas…more

Colleges, Educational Institutions, Mental Health, New Legislation, School Districts

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Karen Osborn

[Ongoing Program] Level 2: K-12 Title IX Report Writing for Investigators and Decision-Makers - December 13th, 9:00 am - 11:30 am ET

K-12 Title IX Regulations Trainings Winter Series - Join Bricker Graydon attorneys for a series of trainings to learn how to remain compliant with the current Title IX regulations…more

Civil Rights Act, Coaches, Confidentiality Policies, Decision-Making Process, Discipline

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Devin Parram

Primer on Inflation Reduction Act Incentives for Hospitals

The following is a primary on some of the key IRA incentives that hospitals should explore before undertaking any clean energy or energy efficiency projects…more

Clean Energy, Commercial Buildings, Energy Efficiency, Energy Projects, Energy Tax Incentives

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Bruce Petrie, Jr.

Connecting Dots

This is a story that connects some dots we might well imagine have no connection: a 19th century murder, a 21st century adoption, Native tribal sovereignty, Supreme Court Justices past and present, and a law firm where we…more

Adoption, Due Process, Fourteenth Amendment, Haaland v Brackeen, Native American Issues

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John Pinney

U.S. Supreme Court Decides That Companies May Be Deemed to Have Consented to General Personal Jurisdiction in States Where They Are Registered To Do Business

In a case issued on June 27, 2023, a divided Supreme Court decided another important personal jurisdiction case – Mallory v. Norfolk Southern Railway Co., 2023 WL 4187749. The principal issue was whether a foreign corporation…more

Constitutional Challenges, Dormant Commerce Clause, Due Process, General Jurisdiction, Mallory v Norfolk Southern Railway Co

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Rebecca Princehorn

Nexus Pipeline Settlement Update

The Nexus Pipeline (Nexus), which transports natural gas from eastern Ohio to Canada, was placed in-service in 2018. Nexus appealed its initial tax valuation in November 2019 and ultimately reached a settlement regarding tax…more

Natural Gas, OH Supreme Court, Oil & Gas, Pipelines, Property Valuation

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Benjamin Reeb

Have you posted your new EEOC poster?

On October 19, 2022, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) quietly released a new poster entitled “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal,” which informs employees of the federal laws prohibiting job…more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Civil Rights Act, Covered Employer, Employee Rights, Employer Liability Issues

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Nelson Reid

[Hybrid Event] 21st Annual Top Gun Construction Claims Seminar - October 19th, Dublin, OH

Bricker Graydon's construction attorneys are proud to present "Top Gun," our premier Midwest construction claims seminar. This seminar will cover: - Important construction concepts, including key contract language, best…more

Best Practices, Compensation, Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Disputes

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Casey Rieth

Increased Bidding Threshold for Ohio Public School Districts Beginning October 24, 2024

Effective October 24, 2024, the competitive bidding threshold for Ohio public school districts contained in Ohio Revised Code (“ORC”) 3313.46 will increase from $50,000 to $75,000 through 2024, and will then increase by 3%…more

Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Design Professionals, Design-Build, Public Procurement Policies

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Joseph Riley P.E.

[Hybrid Event] 21st Annual Top Gun Construction Claims Seminar - October 19th, Dublin, OH

Bricker Graydon's construction attorneys are proud to present "Top Gun," our premier Midwest construction claims seminar. This seminar will cover: - Important construction concepts, including key contract language, best…more

Best Practices, Compensation, Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Disputes

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Michael Ringle

New Morrow County Engineering Facility Will Have Huge Impact

Thanks to a partnership among the Morrow County Development Authority, the Board of Morrow County Commissioners, and the Morrow County Engineer, the county will get a new engineering facility that will reduce costs, increase…more

Engineering, Infrastructure, Public Funds, Public Projects, State and Local Government

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Justin Ristau

Ohio federal judge rules against CDC’s eviction moratorium

On March 10, 2021, Judge Philip Calabrese of the Northern District of Ohio ruled that Congress had not authorized the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to adopt a nationwide eviction moratorium for COVID-19…more

CARES Act, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Coronavirus/COVID-19, Eviction, Financial Distress

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Paul Rutter

The Latest on Ballot Issues: HB 140 and AOS Campaign Guidance

While Ohio municipalities generally do not rely on voted ad valorem property taxes as a primary source of funding, such taxes can serve as a useful part of a municipality’s revenue base, and state law, principally in Ohio…more

Ad Valorem Tax, Bond Financing, Bond Issuers, First Amendment, Municipalities

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Christine Rideout Schirra

U.S. EPA Releases First-Ever Final PFAS Drinking Water Rule

On April 10, 2024, U.S. EPA issued the first-ever, national drinking water standard for a group of chemicals commonly referred to as “PFAS” or “forever chemicals”. PFAS generally refers to a family of chemicals known as “per-…more

Contamination, Drinking Water, Environmental Policies, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Final Rules

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Arthur Schoulties

Navigating Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace

An employee time traveling to today’s workplace from the 1980s would be astounded at where we’ve arrived. While we don’t (yet!) have flying cars as imagined by many 1980’s sci-fi movies, the world of work is undergoing its next…more

Artificial Intelligence, Automated Decision Systems (ADS), Automation Systems, Compliance, Department of Labor (DOL)

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Adam Seeley

Last Call for Non-School Incentive District TIFs

With Fall almost upon us, the window of opportunity is rapidly closing for Ohio municipalities to establish non-school tax increment financing (TIF) incentive districts before year’s end. This timeline only impacts the ability…more

Administrative Procedure, Local Ordinance, Municipalities, Tax Increment Financing, Urban Planning & Development

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Anne Marie Sferra

Ohio Supreme Court confirms Wuerth application to medical claims

In 2009, the Supreme Court of Ohio held that a plaintiff could not hold a law firm responsible for the actions of an employed attorney if the plaintiff did not pursue a timely action against the individual attorney. Natl…more

Medical Malpractice, Negligence, OH Supreme Court, Professional Negligence, Vicarious Liability

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Sommer Sheely

New Ohio Power Siting Board Rules: Effective May 30, 2024

On July 20, 2023, the Ohio Power Siting Board (Board or OPSB) issued its determination on a comprehensive set of proposed revisions to the rules governing the procedures before the OPSB and its siting criteria. The Order…more

Amended Rules, Building Permits, Electric Generation Suppliers, Electricity, Energy Projects

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Carly Sherman

Supreme Court Expands Available Government Strategies to Respond to Homelessness Crisis

On June 28, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision in City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson finding municipal ordinances prohibiting camping on public property to be a constitutional exercise of local government police…more

Criminal Convictions, Cruel & Unusual Punishment, Eighth Amendment, Homeless Discrimination, Homeless Issues

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Doug Shevelow

[Hybrid Event] 21st Annual Top Gun Construction Claims Seminar - October 19th, Dublin, OH

Bricker Graydon's construction attorneys are proud to present "Top Gun," our premier Midwest construction claims seminar. This seminar will cover: - Important construction concepts, including key contract language, best…more

Best Practices, Compensation, Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Disputes

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Christopher Slagle

2024 Campaign Finance Reporting Deadlines Update

Ohio’s campaign finance reporting deadlines were updated for 2024, please find the latest deadlines and other campaign finance compliance information on the chart here…more

Campaign Contributions, Deadlines, Federal Elections, Filing Deadlines, Lobbyists

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J. Stephen Smith

DEA Reschedules Marijuana

After a recommendation from the US Department of Health and Human Services, and after more than 50 years, the DEA decided to reschedule marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under The Controlled Substances Act (CSA). Before…more

Cannabis Products, Controlled Substances, Controlled Substances Act, DEA, Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

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Elisabeth Squeglia

2024 Campaign Finance Reporting Deadlines Update

Ohio’s campaign finance reporting deadlines were updated for 2024, please find the latest deadlines and other campaign finance compliance information on the chart here…more

Campaign Contributions, Deadlines, Federal Elections, Filing Deadlines, Lobbyists

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Dane Stinson

Ohio Supreme Court decides: FirstEnergy grid modernization rider unlawful

On June 19, 2019, in a 4-3 decision favorable to Ohio consumer interests, the Ohio Supreme Court reversed the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio’s (PUCO) order that allowed FirstEnergy to collect between $168 million and $204…more

Distribution Rules, Legislative Riders, OH Supreme Court, Oil & Gas, Power Grid

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Matthew Stout

[Event] Advanced Finance Seminar (K-12) - April 19th, Columbus, OH

Join Bricker & Eckler Public Sector Attorneys as they take a deep dive into levy planning and campaigns, facilities financing, booster projects, fund flexibility and economic development for K-12 school districts…more

Deadlines, Debt, Economic Development, Events, Financing

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Matthew Strayer

City of Columbus officials say keeping new construction and other development moving through the approval process is a top priority

The City of Columbus is open for business (remotely) to accept and review zoning, site plan, and permit applications and issue approvals…more

Construction Project, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Land Use Restrictions, Municipalities, Real Estate Development

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Kylie Stryffeler

[Ongoing Program] Session 3: Play Offense, Not Defense: Complying with Title IX in an Ever-Changing Environment - October 1st, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

The 2nd Annual Athletic Department Toolkit Series: Balancing Compliance and Competitive Success in an Era of Change (Higher Education) - New year, new topics. Stay up-to-date on current and forward-looking legal and…more

Best Practices, Chief Compliance Officers, Coaches, College Athletes, Colleges

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Jason Stuckey

[Event] 2024 Annual Corporate Counsel Summit - January 25th, Columbus, OH

Mark your calendar for Bricker Graydon’s annual leadership summit, hosted by the firm’s Walker Link Leadership Group specifically for in-house counsel. The Corporate Counsel Summit brings together attorneys and leaders in…more

Chief Compliance Officers, Compliance, Continuing Legal Education, Corporate Counsel, Corporate Governance

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Catherine Swartz

Nexus Pipeline Settlement Update

The Nexus Pipeline (Nexus), which transports natural gas from eastern Ohio to Canada, was placed in-service in 2018. Nexus appealed its initial tax valuation in November 2019 and ultimately reached a settlement regarding tax…more

Natural Gas, OH Supreme Court, Oil & Gas, Pipelines, Property Valuation

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Michaela Taylor

Summer's Hot Debate: Does a Self-Funded Group Health Plan Cover Gender-Affirming Care?

As the temperatures continue to rise, regulations and litigation related to employer-sponsored group health plans have followed suit. As these new rules continue to evolve, we are often asked whether a self-insured group health…more

Affordable Care Act, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Bostock v Clayton County Georgia, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

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Leah Thorsen

Ohio School Bidding Statute Update: Does your project require bidding?

The bidding statute applicable to school boards in the state of Ohio is R.C. 3313.46. It requires public bidding in accordance with the statutory procedure when the school board “determines to build, repair, enlarge, improve, or…more

Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Judicial Interpretation, Public Procurement Policies, Public Projects

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Jason Tiemeier

[Webinar] Turning Debt into Cash – Refinancing with PACE - April 13th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EST

Join Bricker & Eckler, Columbus-Franklin County Finance Authority, Lean & Green Michigan and the Sustainable Energy Fund for a webinar on refinancing commercial projects using Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE)…more

Clean Energy, Debtors, Energy Projects, Energy Sector, PACE

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Jessica Turner

Contracting as a Political Subdivision: Contracts for Services

Ohio’s political subdivisions - such as townships, counties, and municipalities - are authorized to enter into contracts under the Revised Code. Although political subdivisions have the power of local self-government, exercises…more

Contract Terms, Public Procurement Policies, Public Projects, Service Contracts, State Contractors

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Matthew Way

CTA Update: Unconstitutional but Still Enforceable

On March 1, 2024, the federal district court for the Northern District of Alabama ruled the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) unconstitutional after granting summary judgment in favor of the National Small Business Association…more

Anti-Money Laundering, Beneficial Owner, Compliance, Constitutional Challenges, Corporate Transparency Act

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N. Bradford Wells

AI and Healthcare: Decoding the Latest 1557 Non-Discrimination Regulations

Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) prohibits providers and health plans that receive reimbursement from the federal government from discriminating against individuals in the Covered Entities’ health programs. Such…more

Affordable Care Act, Algorithms, Anti-Discrimination Policies, Artificial Intelligence, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

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Benjamin Yoder

Supreme Court Expands Available Government Strategies to Respond to Homelessness Crisis

On June 28, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision in City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson finding municipal ordinances prohibiting camping on public property to be a constitutional exercise of local government police…more

Criminal Convictions, Cruel & Unusual Punishment, Eighth Amendment, Homeless Discrimination, Homeless Issues

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Cassidy Zang

Summer Slipped Away, But Minor Labor Laws Still Stay

In a blink of an eye, summer is over and people everywhere are planning on changes in weather and time. Just a few short weeks ago, we were reminding you about considerations for the summer employment hours for minors…more

Employer Liability Issues, Federal Labor Laws, Minors, Students, Wage and Hour

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