Domestic relations cases are handled in courts of equity. As such, the court, being obligated to “do what is equitable upon the facts and circumstances of each case,”[1] has some leeway in its judgments, as long as they are just and fair. For this reason, in most domestic relations appeals, the higher court is tasked […]
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Appellate Court rejects trial court’s nominal damages award for defamation liability
Using social media to air grievances can be an expensive proposition, ultimately not worth trouble. The case Forinash v. Weber , which originated in the Sandusky County Court of Common Pleas, illustrates how litigation in the social media context can play out, not to mention how unpredictable an assessment of damages can be. Background facts […]
“De facto marriage date” Determination Date
Ohio law provides the court with the discretion to select a date other than the ceremonial wedding date for purposes of equitably determining a division of property assessment and in deciding the amount and duration of spousal support. The court’s de facto marriage date determination is subject to several factors. For example the court reviews […]
