Dale's Blog

Homeowner agreements and unexpected defects

Published: Monday, February 20, 2012
Sometimes selling a house goes smoothly. Sometimes it doesn't. If, say, a water leak is discovered when the utilities are turned back on, it can trigger a clause in some purchase agreements requiring the seller to pay for any repairs or replacements, as I explained in this column for the Toledo Blade. more»

What are grandparents’ visitation rights?

Published: Friday, February 17, 2012
Grandparents and other relatives can petition a court for an order granting visitation of a child. That said, getting the visitation order could become a long and expensive process. more»

The rules of attorney-client privilege

Published: Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Attorney-client privilege offers tremendous protection to the client that information conveyed to the lawyer will remain protected. Among lawyers, it's almost a sacred notion that they won't reveal anything their clients tell them.  more»

More drugs going generic means big savings

Published: Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Finally there’s some good news when it comes to the health care industry and all the money that you pay for prescriptions. The Buffalo Business First recently reported, "With more than 35 name-brand drugs expected to become available in generic form in 2012, health insurers expect to see savings of more than $1 billion in the next few years." more»

Dealing with falling tree branches and insurance companies

Published: Monday, February 13, 2012
Large tree branches can fall and cause damage at any time. Maybe it's a thunderstorm, an ice storm, or merely dead wood that pushes things over the edge - and onto your car. When it's a branch falling from a neighbor's tree, it can be frustrating when an insurance company refuses to pay up. more»

The basics of how bail works

Published: Friday, February 10, 2012
Judges set bail in order to give someone a financial incentive to come to trial and the preliminary court proceedings. If the defendant doesn't show up, the person can lose the amount of the bond he or she posted in order to be released from jail. Here's how it works. more»