On behalf of Mills, Mills, Fiely & Lucas | Aug 27, 2019 | Firm News
From the moment you encounter a police officer, your life could take a very different turn. While many men and women who serve in law enforcement uphold the law with dignity and respect for the Ohio citizens they serve, others misuse their positions and authorities...
On behalf of Mills, Mills, Fiely & Lucas | Mar 21, 2019 | Firm News
If your heart and home are open to adopt a child, both of you could gain the priceless gift of family. Every state has different adoption laws and knowing them could be the key to your success. What are common adoption myths? Many people misunderstand the reality of...
On behalf of Mills, Mills, Fiely & Lucas | Mar 15, 2019 | Firm News
Colorectal cancer (colon cancer) is a condition not relegated to just the elderly. That’s why Ohio residents who suspect they have it should not wait for a screening. Unfortunately, it seems that younger patients with colon cancer are more commonly misdiagnosed....
On behalf of Mills, Mills, Fiely & Lucas | Feb 27, 2019 | Firm News
For people with rare diseases in Ohio, misdiagnosis and the consequent inappropriate treatment may present additional threats to their health and well-being. Around the world, there are over 400 million people with rare diseases, but most of these illnesses are the...
On behalf of Mills, Mills, Fiely & Lucas | Feb 19, 2019 | Firm News
When a couple in Ohio is going through the divorce process, there are a lot of matters to consider. The emotions involved in the situation could make it difficult for both parties to see things clearly. This is especially true when finances or children are involved....
On behalf of Mills, Mills, Fiely & Lucas | Feb 4, 2019 | Firm News
Some federal prisoners in Ohio might have their sentences reduced by the First Step Act, which became law in 2018. However, the reach of this legislation is limited. Incarcerated people who are not federal prisoners are not eligible, and it only applies to nonviolent...
On behalf of Mills, Mills, Fiely & Lucas | Jan 18, 2019 | Firm News
Doctors in Ohio can often find themselves in a bind when prescribing medication, especially pain medication. If they prescribe too much, they are accused of aiding an addict, and if they prescribe too little or dismiss a patient’s pain, they are seen as being...
On behalf of Mills, Mills, Fiely & Lucas | Jan 4, 2019 | Firm News
When a divorcing couple in Ohio needs to divide a 401(k), they must be careful to avoid potentially costly errors. A 2016 survey of the American Association of Matrimonial Lawyers found that pensions and retirement accounts were second only to alimony as the most...
On behalf of Mills, Mills, Fiely & Lucas | Dec 28, 2018 | Firm News
After a night of fun, you find yourself on the side of the road, headlights in the rearview mirror. You’ve been pulled over and you’re worried you may be considered legally impaired. What can you do? Many people in this same scenario may consider refusing a sobriety...
On behalf of Mills, Mills, Fiely & Lucas | Dec 20, 2018 | Firm News
Ohio patients may be vulnerable to safety errors when being treated by a medical professional. According to one study, electronic health records (EHRs) could be a reason why they occur. Specifically, issues with electronic records could result in medication errors...
