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CMS Extends Mandatory SNF Off-Cycle Revalidations to August 1, 2025

On April 17, 2025, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) formally announced an extension for the mandatory off-cycle revalidation deadline for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs)… more

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Compliance Dates, Filing Deadlines, Healthcare Facilities, Medicaid

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[Webinar] Creating Neuroinclusive Grievance Procedures (Higher Education Free Series) - February 19th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

Statistics suggest that up to 20% of the population includes individuals who have a neruodiverse condition that impacts how they process, recall, and communicate information. This presentation will discuss the most common forms… more

Bias, Colleges, Credibility, Disabilities, Evidence

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Lila Appaya

Supreme Court Limits EPA Permitting Authority in City and County of San Fran v. US EPA

On March 4, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a 5-4 opinion in City and County of San Francisco v. Environmental Protection Agency, holding that “end-result” requirements routinely imposed by the EPA in NPDES permits issued to… more

City and County of San Francisco v Environmental Protection Agency, Clean Water Act, Environmental Litigation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), NPDES

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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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Mariam Ba

CMS Extends Mandatory SNF Off-Cycle Revalidations to August 1, 2025

On April 17, 2025, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) formally announced an extension for the mandatory off-cycle revalidation deadline for skilled nursing facilities (SNFs)… more

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Compliance Dates, Filing Deadlines, Healthcare Facilities, Medicaid

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Lyndsey Barnett

Why Fiduciary Training Should Be a Priority for Your Retirement Plan Committee

If you serve on a retirement plan committee, you’ve taken on an important and legally significant role. As a fiduciary under the ERISA, you are personally liable for the decisions you make regarding the plan. That’s not a… more

Benefit Plan Sponsors, Duty of Care, Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), Fiduciary, Fiduciary Duty

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Timothy Barry

Ohio’s Virtual Meeting Law Brings Modernization to Public Governance

Ohio’s new virtual meeting law revolutionizes public governance, making accessibility, transparency, and efficiency the new standard for certain public bodies statewide. On January 8th, Governor DeWine signed House Bill 257 into… more

Administrative Procedure, Government Agencies, Governor DeWine, New Legislation, Public Agencies

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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

Economic Development Impact of Proposed HB 96 Cap on General Fund Carryover Balances

This article provides an overview of the impact that the proposed HB 96 cap on school district general fund carryover balances will have on other areas of Ohio’s economic development ecosystem, including property tax rates,… more

Economic Development, General Fund, Infrastructure, Infrastructure Financing, Private Sector

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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

Ohio's New Village Dissolution Process: Key Provisions and Implications of House Bill 331

On December 18, 2024, the Ohio General Assembly passed House Bill 331 which created a new process for dissolution of villages in Ohio. This new process is in addition to the existing procedure for the dissolution of a village… more

Election Laws, Government Agencies, Government Efficiency, Legislative Agendas, Municipalities

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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

Ohio Passes Expansive Law to Promote Energy Generation in Response to Concerns about Grid Reliability

Rising electricity demand from data centers, industrial reshoring, and electrification have sparked national concern about grid reliability. With forecasts pointing to even greater energy needs, some stakeholders warn that aging… more

Critical Infrastructure Sectors, Data Centers, Electricity, Energy Projects, Energy Storage

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Laura Bowman

HB 497, Updating Several County Laws Including Those for Construction Projects, Is Now Effective

House Bill 497 (HB 497) took effect on April 9, 2025, and introduced various changes to the laws governing counties in Ohio. Below are some key changes in HB 497 that impact county construction projects… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Disputes, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Terms

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Tyler Bridge

New Community Authorities (NCAs) - An Economic Development Tool Most Ohio Communities Aren’t Using

Local governments across Ohio are engaged in a competitive race to spur economic development, attract developers, and secure long-term prosperity. And while most local governments are familiar with traditional economic… more

Bonds, Economic Development, Financing, Housing Developers, Infrastructure

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Diana Brown

Corporate Transparency Act Reminder

This serves as a timely reminder for business owners to ensure compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) by submitting their Beneficial Ownership Information Reports (“BOIRs”) on the Financial Crimes Enforcement… more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, FinCEN, Reporting Requirements

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Robert Brown

Preparing Your Business for Sale

Selling your business is one of the most significant decisions you'll make as an entrepreneur. Whether you’re planning to retire, pursue a new opportunity, or simply step away, preparing your business for sale is essential to… more

Business Strategies, Business Valuations, Due Diligence, Selling a Business, Strategic Planning

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Daniel Burke

Where’s the Fire - Are Former Employees Covered Under the ADA?

In Stanley v. City of Sanford (June 20, 2025), the United States Supreme Court considered whether the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects former employees against disability discrimination with respect to retirement… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Appeals, Disability Discrimination, Employee Benefits, Employment Discrimination

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Holli Burnett

[Hybrid Event] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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Erin Butcher

[Webinar] Federal Update - Higher Ed - May 1st, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET

This latest session in our Federal Update webinar series is designed to provide timely updates to institutions of higher education to help you prepare for and comply with the various Executive Orders, guidance documents, court… more

Colleges, Executive Orders, Guidance Documents, Professors, School Boards

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Christopher Butler

[Hybrid Event] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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Dr. Eric Butler

[Webinar] Federal Update - Higher Education - June 10th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET

This latest session in our Federal Update webinar series is designed to provide timely updates to institutions of higher education to help you prepare for and comply with the various Executive Orders, guidance documents, court… more

Colleges, Executive Orders, Guidance Documents, Professors, School Boards

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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] Federal Update - Higher Education - June 10th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET

This latest session in our Federal Update webinar series is designed to provide timely updates to institutions of higher education to help you prepare for and comply with the various Executive Orders, guidance documents, court… more

Colleges, Executive Orders, Guidance Documents, Professors, School Boards

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Laura Caty

[Event] Preventing HR Whiplash: Navigating Change with Confidence Under the Trump Administration - April 8th, Cincinnati, OH

Join us for an informative and engaging Spring Seminar hosted by our Labor and Employment team where you'll hear about the latest updates and key insights on the ever-evolving landscape of employment law. Our team will… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Best Practices, Disability Discrimination, Employment Discrimination, Employment Policies

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Tyler Compton

New Community Authorities (NCAs) - An Economic Development Tool Most Ohio Communities Aren’t Using

Local governments across Ohio are engaged in a competitive race to spur economic development, attract developers, and secure long-term prosperity. And while most local governments are familiar with traditional economic… more

Bonds, Economic Development, Financing, Housing Developers, Infrastructure

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William Conard II

The Possible Repeal of the Tax Exemption of Municipal Bond Interest

You may have heard recently about proposals for Congress to remove the exclusion from gross income of interest on state and local bonds, usually referred to as “repealing the tax exemption on municipal bonds.” This issue arose… more

Exclusions, Federal Budget, Interest Payments, IRS, Municipal Bonds

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Brodi Conover

Ohio House Bill 315 Summary

At the conclusion of last year, the General Assembly passed the Township Omnibus Bill (also known as House Bill 315). Governor DeWine, with a few line-item vetoes, otherwise signed House Bil 315 into law at the beginning of… more

Brownfield Properties, Enforcement, Environmental Policies, Infrastructure, Infrastructure Financing

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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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Kate Vivian Davis

Title IX Quick Hits for K-12

The federal court decision from the Eastern District of Kentucky issued on January 9, 2025 officially vacated the 2024 Title IX regulations for schools located in Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Virginia, and West Virginia… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Department of Education, Enforcement Actions, Gender Identity, LGBTQ

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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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Marc Doblanski

[Hybrid Event] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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Nicole Donovsky

[Hybrid Event] 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

Land Banks & Community Land Trusts Creating “Permanently” Affordable Housing

Land banks and community land trusts (CLTs) are non-profit corporations each formed under Ohio law. They share similar missions to unlock the potential of vacant, abandoned, and/or tax-delinquent (VAD) properties… more

Abandoned Property, Affordable Housing, Community Development, Construction Project, Demolition

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Mark Evans

HB 497, Updating Several County Laws Including Those for Construction Projects, Is Now Effective

House Bill 497 (HB 497) took effect on April 9, 2025, and introduced various changes to the laws governing counties in Ohio. Below are some key changes in HB 497 that impact county construction projects… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Disputes, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Terms

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Price Finley

Economic Development Impact of Proposed HB 96 Cap on General Fund Carryover Balances

This article provides an overview of the impact that the proposed HB 96 cap on school district general fund carryover balances will have on other areas of Ohio’s economic development ecosystem, including property tax rates,… more

Economic Development, General Fund, Infrastructure, Infrastructure Financing, Private Sector

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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] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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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

[Webinar] Federal Update - Higher Ed - May 1st, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET

This latest session in our Federal Update webinar series is designed to provide timely updates to institutions of higher education to help you prepare for and comply with the various Executive Orders, guidance documents, court… more

Colleges, Executive Orders, Guidance Documents, Professors, School Boards

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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

It’s Time to Submit Your EEO-1 Data

The 2024 EEO-1 Component Data Collection opened on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. The deadline to file the 2024 EEO-1 Component 1 report is Tuesday, June 24, 2025… more

Compliance, EEO-1, Employer Responsibilities, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Orders

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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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Rachael Guastella

Tidying Up: Spring Cleaning for Your PAC - May 2025

With a busy state election cycle behind us, spring is an ideal time to give your Political Action Committee (PAC) a thorough cleaning. These checklist items should be part of your regular PAC maintenance… more

Best Practices, PACs, Political Contributions

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Matthew Gurbach

[Webinar] Fast Facts, Big Impacts: The Manufacturing Lightning Round - January 16th, 9:00 am - 11:45 am ET

Join Bricker Graydon attorneys and distinguished experts as we cover a myriad of topics in a 2-hour, rapid-fire format webinar designed to provide you with valuable information that you can put to immediate use. See the agenda… more

Artificial Intelligence, Consumer Product Companies, Continuing Legal Education, Human Resources Professionals, Manufacturer Liability

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Joseph Hall

[Webinar] Complying with the Stop Campus Hazing Act - April 25th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

Join Bricker Graydon Higher Ed Team Members for a discussion of the new federal law and compliance requirements. Come away with a to do list to help you get organized now that the law is effect!… more

Colleges, Hazing, New Legislation, Professors, School Boards

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Jeffry Harris

Economic Development Changes Abound in Ohio’s Operating Budget Bill

For those considering state government jobs after college or graduate school, certain opportunities often come with the informal – but widely known – warning: this can be a hard job during the state’s biennial budget drafting… more

Affordable Housing, Brownfield Properties, Community Development, Community Reinvestment Act, Economic Development

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Kasey Havekost

Final Approval of House Settlement Reshapes College Athletics Landscape

After five winding years in court, the most talked about class action lawsuit settlement in college athletics – House v. NCAA – has finally been approved by Judge Wilken in the Northern District of California. This landmark… more

Antitrust Litigation, Class Action, College Athletes, Compensation, Name and Likeness

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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

[Hybrid Event] Hot Topics for Ohio Political Subdivisions in 2025: Housing Development - April 2nd, Cleveland, OH

Bricker Graydon is pleased to present a series of hybrid events covering hot topics impacting Ohio's political subdivisions throughout 2025. Join us in person in our Cleveland office or virtually via Zoom for the next event in… more

Building Codes, Community Development, Economic Development, Events, Housing Developers

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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

Ohio Passes Expansive Law to Promote Energy Generation in Response to Concerns about Grid Reliability

Rising electricity demand from data centers, industrial reshoring, and electrification have sparked national concern about grid reliability. With forecasts pointing to even greater energy needs, some stakeholders warn that aging… more

Critical Infrastructure Sectors, Data Centers, Electricity, Energy Projects, Energy Storage

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Daniel Heyd

Nonprofit Boards: What Should You Consider Before Joining?

Perhaps a friend or business colleague has just contacted you to ask you to join a nonprofit board. You feel honored and excited to receive the invitation, and you have heard of this organization and believe that it has a… more

Board of Directors, Charitable Organizations, Conflicts of Interest, Due Diligence, Ethics

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Ricardo Hill Jr.

The CTA is Back in Play, with a Slight Extension

CTA Update – On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, the US District Court for the Eastern District of Texas stayed its order from January 7, 2025, which provided a nationwide injunction on the CTA’s enforcement… more

Beneficial Owner, Compliance Dates, Corporate Transparency Act, Filing Deadlines, FinCEN

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Andrew Hinton

New Tool Aims to Ease Kentucky's Housing Shortage

Good news for Kentucky local governments—they’ve got a new tool to help tackle housing shortages, thanks to legislation passed during the 2025 Kentucky General Assembly. Senate Bill (SB) 25 now allows local governments to issue… more

Affordable Housing, Bonds, Construction Project, Financing, Housing Developers

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Benjamin Hyden

HB 497, Updating Several County Laws Including Those for Construction Projects, Is Now Effective

House Bill 497 (HB 497) took effect on April 9, 2025, and introduced various changes to the laws governing counties in Ohio. Below are some key changes in HB 497 that impact county construction projects… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Disputes, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Terms

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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

Data Centers in Ohio: A Rising Power Player Amid Growth and Challenges

Punching well above its weight, Ohio has become a leading state for data centers. Currently, DataCenterMap.com reports that Ohio is ranked fourth in the country for its volume of data centers, trailing only Virginia, Texas and… more

Data Centers, Electricity, Energy Sector, Infrastructure, Power Grid

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Colleen Johnston

[Webinar] Federal Update - Higher Education - April 1st, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

This latest session in our Federal Update webinar series is designed to provide timely updates to institutions of higher education to help you prepare for and comply with the various Executive Orders, guidance documents, court… more

Colleges, Executive Orders, Guidance Documents, Professors, School Boards

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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

[Webinar] Federal Update - Higher Education - April 18th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

This latest session in our Federal Update webinar series is designed to provide timely updates to institutions of higher education to help you prepare for and comply with the various Executive Orders, guidance documents, court… more

Colleges, Executive Orders, Guidance Documents, Professors, School Boards

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Colin Kalvas

[Webinar] Blueprints for Growth: Key Trends and Strategies for Ohio Political Subdivisions in 2025 - January 15th, 10:00 am - 11:30 am ET

Dive into the essential issues shaping municipalities, villages, and local governments in 2025. Our experienced attorneys will present concise 15-minute sessions on key topics, including: 1. Introduction: Top 10 Things Coming… more

Artificial Intelligence, Auditors, Best Practices, City Councils, Construction Project

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Robert Kent

[Webinar] Complying with the Stop Campus Hazing Act - April 25th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

Join Bricker Graydon Higher Ed Team Members for a discussion of the new federal law and compliance requirements. Come away with a to do list to help you get organized now that the law is effect!… more

Colleges, Hazing, New Legislation, Professors, School Boards

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Tarik Kershah

[Hybrid Event] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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Marie-Joëlle Khouzam

[Webinar] Fast Facts, Big Impacts: The Manufacturing Lightning Round - January 16th, 9:00 am - 11:45 am ET

Join Bricker Graydon attorneys and distinguished experts as we cover a myriad of topics in a 2-hour, rapid-fire format webinar designed to provide you with valuable information that you can put to immediate use. See the agenda… more

Artificial Intelligence, Consumer Product Companies, Continuing Legal Education, Human Resources Professionals, Manufacturer Liability

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John Kirk

Best Practices for ESOP Formation

An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”) has become a popular tool for succession planning and tax structuring, especially for S corporations. As more business owners look to retire and wish to avoid selling their life’s work… more

Business Ownership, Employee Benefits, ESOP, Exit Strategies, S-Corporation

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Jeff Knight

[Webinar] AI and Student Conduct on Campus (Higher Education Free Series) - April 10th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

Plagiarism or unintentional similarity? Security or over-surveillance? Join Bricker Graydon attorneys Rebecca Joseph and Jeff Knight as they discuss how AI is reshaping student behavior on campus, with a particular focus on… more

Artificial Intelligence, Colleges, Data Privacy, Data Security, Educational Institutions

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Matthew Koppitch

Ohio Ethics Commission Clarifies Household Definition

In Advisory Opinion 2025-01, the Ohio Ethics Commission (OEC) clarified when a public official or employee’s domestic partner crosses over to “family” for purposes of Ohio’s Ethics laws… more

Advisory Opinions, Disclosure Requirements, Domestic Partnership, Ethics, Ethics Commission

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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

Ohio House Republicans Revamp State Budget: Key Amendments in H.B. 96

House Republicans put their stamp on Ohio’s operating budget (H.B. 96), passing the legislation, 60 to 39, after making substantial amendments to Governor DeWine’s budget proposal. Five Republican members joined the entire… more

Gambling, Governor DeWine, Marijuana, Medicaid, Proposed Amendments

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Jacquelin Lewis

[Event] Uniting for Action: A Discussion About Collaborative, Public Finance-based Solutions for Increasing Housing in the Mahoning Valley - April 15th, Youngstown, OH

Speakers from Ohio REALTORS, the County Commissioners Association of Ohio, Bricker Graydon LLP, and the public and private sectors will share insights on successful public-private partnership models involving public finance… more

Events, Homeowners, Housing Developers, Public Finance, Public Private Partnerships (P3s)

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Samuel Lewis

[Hybrid Event] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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H. Samuel Lind

“O-H!” “I-N-C!”

Consider incorporating in the Buckeye State - the home of championship college football teams and sensible, business friendly corporate laws. Recent developments have called into question the prevailing wisdom of choosing… more

Business Entities, Corporate Governance, Corporations Code, Delaware General Corporation Law, Incorporation

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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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James Ludwig

[Webinar] Fast Facts, Big Impacts: The Manufacturing Lightning Round - January 16th, 9:00 am - 11:45 am ET

Join Bricker Graydon attorneys and distinguished experts as we cover a myriad of topics in a 2-hour, rapid-fire format webinar designed to provide you with valuable information that you can put to immediate use. See the agenda… more

Artificial Intelligence, Consumer Product Companies, Continuing Legal Education, Human Resources Professionals, Manufacturer Liability

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Nancy Magoteaux

COPPA 2.0: The Remake

After the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA) updates, proposed by the FTC’s Final Rule, were paused due to an Executive Order in January this year, many wondered whether that would be the end of the long overdue… more

Biometric Information, COPPA, Data Privacy, Data Security, Disclosure Requirements

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Rachael Mains

2024 General Election Results and Analysis

Although Ohio is no longer a critical swing state for presidential politics, national eyes were still trained on Ohio where control of the U.S. Senate potentially hinged on the outcome of the race between three-term Democratic… more

Election Results, General Elections, State and Local Government, State Elections

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Sarah Mallory

[Hybrid Event] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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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 General Election Results and Analysis

Although Ohio is no longer a critical swing state for presidential politics, national eyes were still trained on Ohio where control of the U.S. Senate potentially hinged on the outcome of the race between three-term Democratic… more

Election Results, General Elections, State and Local Government, State Elections

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William Mason

2024 General Election Results and Analysis

Although Ohio is no longer a critical swing state for presidential politics, national eyes were still trained on Ohio where control of the U.S. Senate potentially hinged on the outcome of the race between three-term Democratic… more

Election Results, General Elections, State and Local Government, State Elections

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Alexander Mattingly

Don’t Forget About the IRS When Correcting Delinquent Plan Contributions

Employers that do not timely deposit participant deferrals and loan contributions to their employer sponsored retirement plans can be subject to Department of Labor (DOL) penalties for breaching their fiduciary duties… more

Benefit Plan Sponsors, Department of Labor (DOL), Employee Benefits, Employee Contributions, Employer Contributions

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Robert McCarthy

Economic Development Impact of Proposed HB 96 Cap on General Fund Carryover Balances

This article provides an overview of the impact that the proposed HB 96 cap on school district general fund carryover balances will have on other areas of Ohio’s economic development ecosystem, including property tax rates,… more

Economic Development, General Fund, Infrastructure, Infrastructure Financing, Private Sector

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Christopher McCloskey

[Hybrid Event] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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Liam McMillin

[Event] Preventing HR Whiplash: Navigating Change with Confidence Under the Trump Administration - April 8th, Cincinnati, OH

Join us for an informative and engaging Spring Seminar hosted by our Labor and Employment team where you'll hear about the latest updates and key insights on the ever-evolving landscape of employment law. Our team will… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Best Practices, Disability Discrimination, Employment Discrimination, Employment 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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Tessa Metzler

Supreme Court Rejects “Background Circumstances” Requirement for Title VII Discrimination Claims in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services

In a unanimous decision issued on June 5, 2025, the United States Supreme Court held the “background circumstances” requirement imposed by some lower courts in what are often referred to as “reverse discrimination” claims is… more

Ames v Ohio Department of Youth Services, Appeals, Burden of Proof, Civil Rights Act, Employment Discrimination

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Beverly Meyer

Supreme Court Rejects “Background Circumstances” Requirement for Title VII Discrimination Claims in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services

In a unanimous decision issued on June 5, 2025, the United States Supreme Court held the “background circumstances” requirement imposed by some lower courts in what are often referred to as “reverse discrimination” claims is… more

Ames v Ohio Department of Youth Services, Appeals, Burden of Proof, Civil Rights Act, Employment Discrimination

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Brock Miskimen

HB 497, Updating Several County Laws Including Those for Construction Projects, Is Now Effective

House Bill 497 (HB 497) took effect on April 9, 2025, and introduced various changes to the laws governing counties in Ohio. Below are some key changes in HB 497 that impact county construction projects… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Disputes, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Terms

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Austin Musser

ESSER Funds and Regulatory Compliance: Is Your School District Required to Record a Notice of Federal Interest?

In recent years, many school districts have benefitted from Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) grants. These grants have assisted school districts and other academic institutions in responding to the… more

Compliance, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Educational Institutions, Federal Funding, Federal Grants

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Joel Nielsen

[Webinar] Athletics Hot Topics (Higher Education Free Series) - March 13th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

The college athletics landscape and its compliance requirements is ever-changing. How will these developments continue to practically and legally impact your campus? Join Bricker Graydon Athletic Compliant team members Kasey… more

Coaches, College Athletes, Colleges, School Sports, Student Athletes

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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

[Webinar] Federal Update - Higher Education - May 14th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

This latest session in our Federal Update webinar series is designed to provide timely updates to institutions of higher education to help you prepare for and comply with the various Executive Orders, guidance documents, court… more

Colleges, Executive Orders, Guidance Documents, Professors, School Boards

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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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Greg Peltz

[Hybrid Event] Hot Topics for Ohio Political Subdivisions in 2025: Housing Development - April 2nd, Cleveland, OH

Bricker Graydon is pleased to present a series of hybrid events covering hot topics impacting Ohio's political subdivisions throughout 2025. Join us in person in our Cleveland office or virtually via Zoom for the next event in… more

Building Codes, Community Development, Economic Development, Events, Housing Developers

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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

Ohio's New Village Dissolution Process: Key Provisions and Implications of House Bill 331

On December 18, 2024, the Ohio General Assembly passed House Bill 331 which created a new process for dissolution of villages in Ohio. This new process is in addition to the existing procedure for the dissolution of a village… more

Election Laws, Government Agencies, Government Efficiency, Legislative Agendas, Municipalities

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Benjamin Reeb

Social Security Fairness Act Restores Social Security Benefits to Eligible Public Employees

On January 5, 2025, Former President Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act (SSFA), H.R. 82, into law. The SSFA, which garnered bipartisan support in Congress, repeals certain provisions of the Social Security Act that… more

Biden Administration, Employee Benefits, Government Agencies, New Legislation, Pensions

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Nelson Reid

[Hybrid Event] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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Shannon Richards

Title IX Quick Hits for K-12

The federal court decision from the Eastern District of Kentucky issued on January 9, 2025 officially vacated the 2024 Title IX regulations for schools located in Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Virginia, and West Virginia… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Department of Education, Enforcement Actions, Gender Identity, LGBTQ

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Ryan Richardson

There Is Such a Thing as Bad Publicity

Even the most publicity-loving among us agree that being in the news is generally not a good thing when it comes to ethics. Unfortunately, stories about ethics mistakes, violations, and slip-ups are commonplace… more

Confidential Information, Ethics, Public Officials, Statutory Violations

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Casey Rieth

[Hybrid Event] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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Joseph Riley P.E.

[Hybrid Event] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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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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Kevin Rogers

It’s Time to Submit Your EEO-1 Data

The 2024 EEO-1 Component Data Collection opened on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. The deadline to file the 2024 EEO-1 Component 1 report is Tuesday, June 24, 2025… more

Compliance, EEO-1, Employer Responsibilities, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Orders

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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

Supreme Court Limits EPA Permitting Authority in City and County of San Fran v. US EPA

On March 4, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a 5-4 opinion in City and County of San Francisco v. Environmental Protection Agency, holding that “end-result” requirements routinely imposed by the EPA in NPDES permits issued to… more

City and County of San Francisco v Environmental Protection Agency, Clean Water Act, Environmental Litigation, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), NPDES

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Arthur Schoulties

Ohio Ethics Commission Expands Definition of Family Member to Include Domestic Partners

The Ohio Ethics Commission recently issued Advisory Opinion No. 2025-01, clarifying that domestic partners are now considered "family members" under Ohio's Ethics Law. This opinion marks a significant step in modernizing the… more

Advisory Opinions, Domestic Partnership, Ethics, Government Agencies, Marriage

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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

Ohio Passes Expansive Law to Promote Energy Generation in Response to Concerns about Grid Reliability

Rising electricity demand from data centers, industrial reshoring, and electrification have sparked national concern about grid reliability. With forecasts pointing to even greater energy needs, some stakeholders warn that aging… more

Critical Infrastructure Sectors, Data Centers, Electricity, Energy Projects, Energy Storage

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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] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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Christopher Slagle

Ohio House Republicans Revamp State Budget: Key Amendments in H.B. 96

House Republicans put their stamp on Ohio’s operating budget (H.B. 96), passing the legislation, 60 to 39, after making substantial amendments to Governor DeWine’s budget proposal. Five Republican members joined the entire… more

Gambling, Governor DeWine, Marijuana, Medicaid, Proposed Amendments

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J. Stephen Smith

Update from the Office of the Attorney General on Charging Decisions, Plea Negotiations, and Sentencing

For those who do not practice in the criminal realm, a few changes have come out recently that might impact employers and private companies related to immigration generally, as well as hiring, internal audits and internal… more

Audits, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Justice (DOJ), Enforcement Priorities, Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA)

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William Somodi

[Hybrid Event] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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Sarah Sparks

Ohio House Bill 315 Summary

At the conclusion of last year, the General Assembly passed the Township Omnibus Bill (also known as House Bill 315). Governor DeWine, with a few line-item vetoes, otherwise signed House Bil 315 into law at the beginning of… more

Brownfield Properties, Enforcement, Environmental Policies, Infrastructure, Infrastructure Financing

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Elisabeth Squeglia

2024 General Election Results and Analysis

Although Ohio is no longer a critical swing state for presidential politics, national eyes were still trained on Ohio where control of the U.S. Senate potentially hinged on the outcome of the race between three-term Democratic… more

Election Results, General Elections, State and Local Government, State Elections

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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

[Webinar] Federal Update - Higher Education - June 10th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET

This latest session in our Federal Update webinar series is designed to provide timely updates to institutions of higher education to help you prepare for and comply with the various Executive Orders, guidance documents, court… more

Colleges, Executive Orders, Guidance Documents, Professors, School Boards

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Jason Stuckey

[Event] June Bridge Series - June 5th, Cincinnati, OH

BUILDING STRONGER FUTURES THROUGH EDUCATION. Join us for a powerful conversation about what it really takes to support students, schools, and communities. Our next Bridge Series brings together voices from education,… more

Colleges, Community Development, Educational Institutions, Events, School Districts

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Catherine Swartz

[Hybrid Event] Hot Topics for Ohio Political Subdivisions in 2025: Housing Development - April 2nd, Cleveland, OH

Bricker Graydon is pleased to present a series of hybrid events covering hot topics impacting Ohio's political subdivisions throughout 2025. Join us in person in our Cleveland office or virtually via Zoom for the next event in… more

Building Codes, Community Development, Economic Development, Events, Housing Developers

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Michaela Taylor

Is My Group Health Plan Covered by State PBM Reporting Laws?

State laws seeking to regulate pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) have increased significantly over the past few years. As it stands, all 50 states have laws that regulate PBMs in some way, but all are unique. However, most of… more

Benefit Plan Sponsors, Drug Pricing, Employer Group Health Plans, Insurance Industry, New Legislation

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Leah Thorsen

[Hybrid Event] 17th Annual Construction Procurement Seminar for Public Entities in Ohio - May 8th, Dublin, OH

This full-day seminar, specifically designed for Ohio public owners, covers the project delivery methods available for public construction projects, as well as requirements and best practices for administering procurement… more

Architects, Best Practices, Competitive Bidding, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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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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Matthew Watson

HB 497, Updating Several County Laws Including Those for Construction Projects, Is Now Effective

House Bill 497 (HB 497) took effect on April 9, 2025, and introduced various changes to the laws governing counties in Ohio. Below are some key changes in HB 497 that impact county construction projects… more

Construction Contracts, Construction Disputes, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Terms

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Matthew Way

New Tool Aims to Ease Kentucky's Housing Shortage

Good news for Kentucky local governments—they’ve got a new tool to help tackle housing shortages, thanks to legislation passed during the 2025 Kentucky General Assembly. Senate Bill (SB) 25 now allows local governments to issue… more

Affordable Housing, Bonds, Construction Project, Financing, Housing Developers

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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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Scott Wick

Corporate Transparency Act Reminder

This serves as a timely reminder for business owners to ensure compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) by submitting their Beneficial Ownership Information Reports (“BOIRs”) on the Financial Crimes Enforcement… more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, FinCEN, Reporting Requirements

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Camille Yancey

Lead and Copper Rule Improvements

The federal government began regulating lead and copper pipes in 1991 when it announced its first version of the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR). The LCR’s primary purpose was to reduce the allowable lead concentration levels in… more

Contamination, Drinking Water, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Lead, Lead Poisoning

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Benjamin Yoder

Automated External Defibrillators Now Required at All City, Larger Township, and County Sports and Recreation Locations in Ohio

The Ohio legislature recently passed House Bill 47, effective October 24, 2024, which now requires, among other things, the controlling authority of all sports and recreation locations maintained and operated by Ohio cities,… more

Arenas and Stadiums, Emergency Response, Entertainment Venues, Medical Devices, Municipalities

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Liz Younger

New Tool Aims to Ease Kentucky's Housing Shortage

Good news for Kentucky local governments—they’ve got a new tool to help tackle housing shortages, thanks to legislation passed during the 2025 Kentucky General Assembly. Senate Bill (SB) 25 now allows local governments to issue… more

Affordable Housing, Bonds, Construction Project, Financing, Housing Developers

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Cassidy Zang

Executive Order 14168’s Potential Impact on the Private Sector

On January 20, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14168 titled “Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government.”… more

Anti-Discrimination Policies, Diversity and Inclusion Standards (D&I), Employment Discrimination, Employment Policies, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

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