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Legally Informed: Latin Derived Legal Terms to Know
In this blog, we’ll cover legal terms that are Latin derived and commonly used in cases. For example, you may have seen “ex parte” or “pro bono” before, but what do they mean?
Ohio Hands-free Law + Texting While Driving
In this blog, we’ll cover the newest updates to Ohio law concerning the use of cellphones while driving. Ohio law currently prohibits texting while driving, but drivers are allowed to hold their phones during a call and press buttons to make calls. Soon, there will be stricter laws around holding and using cellphones and stiffer penalties.
Common Legal Terms
Legal terminology can be complicated and confusing unless you are a party in the justice system yourself. Our blog series, Legally Informed, will help you understand common terms used in the courtroom and cases.
Empowerment and Equity: A Letter from the Executive Director
Executive Director Susan Choe reflects on 2022 and what the Ohio Legal Help team, partners and Ohio families have been able to accomplish over the last year.
Who are the players in a lawsuit?
Legal terminology can be complicated and confusing unless you are a party in the justice system yourself. Our blog series, Legally Informed, will help you understand common terms used in the courtroom and cases.
What’s the difference between a civil case and a criminal case?
Legal terminology can be complicated and confusing unless you are a party in the justice system yourself. Our blog series, Legally Informed, will help you understand common terms used in cases and the courtroom.
Community Partner: Ohio Urban Resources System
As part of Ohio Legal Help’s ongoing commitment to outreach to the Ohio community, we meet regularly with partners around the state.
Grateful: A letter from Executive Director Susan Choe
Executive Director Susan Choe reflects on 2021 and what the Ohio Legal Help team, partners and Ohio families have been able to accomplish over the last year.
Board Member Profile: Mark Nylander
A seasoned communications and marketing professional, Ohio Legal Help Board Member Mark Nylander sat down with us to discuss his career and what has inspired his lifelong service to multiple nonprofits.
Staff Member Spotlight: Sangeetha Natarajan
Ohio Legal Help has gained a new staff member – Sangeetha Natarajan! Sangeetha is the Forms & Data Specialist for Ohio Legal Help and comes to the organization with a background in Chemistry and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).