Solutions Letters

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Winter 2024 Edition

  • HHM Releases 2023 Community Involvement Report
  • What Ohio Employers Need to Know About Legalized Recreational Marijuana
  • Corporate Transparency Act: A Guide for Busines

Read the Winter 2024 Edition.


Fall 2023 Edition

  • ‘We’re HMM’ Videos Feature Patrick Wilson, Martin Boetcher
  • HMM Client Wins Defense Verdict After Jury Trial
  • Business Journal Quotes Alan Wenger in Leasing Story
  • John Martynyszyn Now Licensed to Practice in Florida
  • HHM Honors Memory of Neil Schor, 1963 – 2023
  • Is Your Estate Plan Finished? Include This Info to Be Sure
  • 4 Must-Haves for a Successful Negligence Claim
  • Nonprofit Bylaws Cover Much Ground, Demand Attention

Read the Fall 2023 Edition.


Winter 2023 Edition

  • HHM Releases 2022 Community Involvement Report
  • John Martynyszyn Joins HHM in Warren Office
  • Grandparents Should Understand Their Visitation Rights
  • Questions and Answers on Sports Betting
  • Minimizing Liability While Serving on a Nonprofit Board

Read the Winter 2023 Edition.


Summer 2022 Edition

  • Tips for Lessors as Oil and Gas Activity Rebounds
  • “We’re HHM” Video Features Youngstown Lawyer Paul Dutton

Read the Summer 2022 Edition.


Spring 2022 Edition

  • Mediation Brings Advantages to Divorce Cases
  • James LaPolla Joins HHM in Warren Office
  • Neil Schor Named to Stambaugh Auditorium Board
  • “We’re HHM” Video Features Warren Lawyer James LaPolla

Read the Spring 2022 Edition.


Winter 2022 Edition

  • Password Documentation is Key in Estate Planning
  • Vaccine Mandate Likely to be Rejected in Next Review
  • “We’re HHM” Video Features Managing Partner Kevin Murphy
  • 2021 Community Involvement Report

Read the Winter 2022 Edition.


Fall 2021 Edition

  • OSHA COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate Faces Challenges
  • The Difficulty of Discharging Student Loans in Bankruptcy
  • Am I Eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits?
  • “We’re HHM” Video Features Salem Lawyer Shawna L’Italien
  • HHM Recent Sponsorships

Read the Fall 2021 Edition.


Summer 2021 Edition

  • Key Issues Owners Should Address at Launch of LLC
  • Highlights of Order on Compensation for Student-Athletes
  • Proposed Ohio Unitization Law Guts Mineral Owner Rights
  • Should Employers Require Workers to be Vaccinated?
  • Grants Provide $155 Million to Ohio Businesses
  • Consider These Moves to Curb Workers’ Comp Costs
  • L’Italien Delivers Graduation Address at HS Alma Mater
  • HHM Recent Sponsorships

Read the Summer 2021 Edition.


Spring 2021 Edition

  • Consider These Steps to Limit Premises Liability
  • Honesty Fosters Good Banking During Bad Times
  • HHM Video Series Spotlights Lawyer Abbey Rhein
  • L’Italien Appointed Board Director of Consumers Bancorp
  • HHM Recent Sponsorships

Read the Spring 2021 Edition.


Winter 2021 Edition

  • Boetcher Achieves Workers’ Comp Specialist Certification
  • L’Italien Discusses Business Loans in Legal News Article
  • HHM Releases 2020 Community Involvement Report
  • Martin Boetcher: Can Ohio Employers Require Their Employees to Receive a COVID Vaccination?
  • Shawna L’Italien: 3 Ways to Avoid Probate Court Without a Trust
  • HHM Sponsors ‘Miracle on Easy Street’ Holiday Special

Read the Winter 2021 Edition.


Fall 2020 Edition

  • Shawna L’Italien: 2 Ohio Business Relief Programs Merit a Close Look
  • Neil Schor and Patrick Manning: Ohio Law Creates Immunity for Employers, Adds Clarity
  • Martin Boetcher: 6 Major Changes in Ohio’s Workers Compensation Laws
  • “We’re HHM” Video Features Warren Lawyer Matthew Ries
  • L’Italien Discusses Navigating Business Law Issues
  • Cares Act Provides Lower-Cost Bankruptcy Protection
  • “We’re HHM” Spotlights Patrick Manning’s Community Involvement
  • HHM Recent Sponsorships

Read the Fall 2020 Edition.


Summer 2020 Edition

  • Shawna L’Italien: LLC Structure Brings Advantages to Business Owners
  • Neil Schor: New Bankruptcy Option Cuts Cost for Small Businesses
  • Kellie Rogers: Bankruptcy Exemptions Let Debtors Keep Some Assets
  • Neil Schor: 2 Paths to Bankruptcy Reorganization for Businesses
  • Martin Boetcher: Discrimination Against Gay, Transgender Employees Violates Federal Law, Supreme Court Rules
  • New HHM Video Series Spotlights Lawyers’ Backgrounds
  • HHM Founder Recognized as ‘Extraordinary Capitalist’
  • Murphy Named to Commission on Judicial Candidates
  • Rhein Appointed to Animal Welfare League Board
  • Rogers Elected to Salem Area Chamber
  • HHM Recent Sponsorships

Read the Summer 2020 Edition.


Special COVID-19 Editions Spring 2020 (March-June)


Special Oil & Gas Edition February 2020


Community Involvement Report 2019 Edition

  • HHM Supports More than 60 Local Organizations and Events
  • HHM Lawyers Appointed or Re-Appointed to Positions on Nonprofit Boards & Committees

View the full report here


Fall 2019 Edition

  • Jacqueline Johnston: Grandparents Should Understand Their Rights to Visitation of Their Grandchildren
  • Bayer Appointed Chair for New Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts Committee
  • HHM Sponsors Second Harvest Food Bank’s Taste of the Valley
  • HHM Supports Salem Regional Medical Center Foundation Expo
  • HHM Supports Sight For All United’s Eye Ball of the Mahoning Valley
  • HHM Attends Panerathon to Benefit Joanie Abdu Breast Care Center
  • HHM Supports Friends of Fellows Riverside Summer Garden Party
  • More Recent Sponsorships

Read the Fall 2019 Edition


Summer 2019 Edition

  • Denise Glinatsis Bayer: Employee Stock Ownership Plans Offer Advantages to Sellers, Others
  • Shawna L’Italien: 3 Ways to Avoid Probate Court Without a Trust
  • Patrick Manning: 4 Elements Necessary to Establish a Successful Negligence Claim
  • Rhein Graduates from Leadership Mahoning Valley
  • Murphy Nominated to Packard Board of Trustees
  • Bayer Selected for Canfield Comprehensive Plan Committee
  • Rhein Appointed to Secretary for Poland Schools Foundation
  • HHM Supports Youngstown CityScape Streetscape
  • HHM Lawyers Help Beautify Downtown Warren with Trumbull 100
  • HHM Sponsors Library Event to Advance Literacy
  • HHM Supports Jewish Community Center Suzi Solomon Golf Outing
  • HHM Supports City Club State of the Valley
  • More Recent Sponsorships

Read the Summer 2019 Edition


Spring 2019 Edition

  • Jacqueline M. Johnston: 3 Key Takeaways from the Bezos Divorce Case
  • Civil Litigation Lawyer Patrick Manning Joins HHM
  • L’Italien Appointed to Salem Zoning Appeals Board
  • Dutton Hosts Event in Florida for Donors to Akron Children’s
  • HHM Supports Trumbull Family Fitness
  • Firm Sponsors Leadership Mahoning Valley Justice Day
  • HHM to Sponsor Mahoning Juvenile Court Advisory Board Event
  • HHM Supports Salem Regional Medical Center Gala
  • More Recent HHM Sponsorships

Read the Spring 2019 Edition


Community Involvement Report 2018 Edition

  • HHM Supports More than 30 Local Organizations and Events
  • HHM Lawyers Appointed or Re-Appointed to Positions on Nonprofit Boards & Committees

View the full report here


Summer 2018 Edition

  • Alan D. Wenger: Proceed Carefully in Requests for Consent to Lease Assignments
  • Matthew M. Ries: 4 Action Items for Employers to Avoid Age Discrimination Claims
  • Shawna L. L’Italien: Partnerships, LLCs Should Review Documents in Wake of Tax Reform
  • Schor Admitted to Practice Before U.S. Supreme Court
  • Abruzzino Helped Lead Advocacy Efforts for $8.8 Million YARS gate
  • Bayer Elected Vice-Chair of Opera Western Reserve Board
  • Schor Re-Elected to Board of Leadership Mahoning Valley
  • HHM Sponsors Panerathon, Brings Large Team of Participants
  • HHM Supports Friends of Fellows at Riverside Gardens Event

Read the Summer 2018 Edition


Spring 2018 Edition

  • Jacqueline M. Johnston: Grandparents Should Understand Their Rights to Visitation of Their Grandchildren
  • Kellie S. Rogers: Bankruptcy Basics: Which Chapter of the Bankruptcy Code Applies?
  • Business Transactions Lawyer Abbey Rhein Joins HHM
  • Dutton Named Chair of Akron Children’s Hospital Foundation Board
  • Rogers Elected to Salem Kiwanis Board of Directors
  • 2018 Marks 2oth Anniversary of Harrington-Hoppe Merger
  • HHM, Lawyers Support 2018 ATHENA Award Event

Read the Spring 2018 Edition


Winter 2018 Edition

  • Kellie S. Rogers: For a Favorable Social Security Disability Claim, Understand These 3 Key Stages
  • Paul M. Dutton: Responsibility for Tree Removal Rooted in Location, Other Factors
  • Ries Named Super Lawyers Rising Star for 4th year
  • L’Italian Named Citizen of the Year in Salem
  • Bayer Elected to President of Board of MVCAP
  • Murphy Named to Board of Community Improvement
  • Ries, Abruzzino Boost HS Mock Trial Teams
  • Pogue Serves as Panelist at Non-Profit Conference
  • Bayer to Speak on Creative Topics at YSU
  • Firm & Lawyers Support Mad About the Arts

Read the Winter 2018 Edition


Fall 2017 Edition

  • Neil D. Schor: 3 Takeaways from Ohio Supreme Court Ruling in Lawsuit Over Injuries Caused by Dancer
  • Martin J. Boetcher: New Statute of Limitations Takes Effect for Ohio Workers Comp Injury and Death Claims
  • Alan D. Wenger: Oil & Gas: Protecting Landowners as Foxes Take Over Henhouses
  • Matthew S. Snyder: What is an Operating Agreement, and Why Does My LLC Need One?
  • Kevin R. Day: Social Media Policies: How A Recent NLRB Decision Could Impact Employer Rules
  • Patrick K. Wilson: New Digital Cell Tower Rules Leave Uncertainty for Public Entities
  • L’Italien Joins Board of Leadership Columbiana County
  • Rogers Elected to Counseling Center Board
  • Lawyers, Families Support Panerathon in Youngstown

Read the Fall 2017 Edition


Spring 2017 Edition

  • Andrew S. Ledebur: 6 Things Employers Should Know About Ohio’s New Medical Marijuana Law
  • Jacqueline M. Johnston: Limit Social Media Content During Family Law Action
  • Kevin P. Murphy: Recognize Need to Accommodate Obese Employees
  • Shawna L. L’Italien: 5 Guidelines for Preparing to Sell Your Business
  • New Practice Area Focuses on SSD, Workers’ Comp
  • Abruzzino Backs Air Base at State Hearing
  • HHM Supports Streetscape in Youngstown

Read the Spring 2017 Edition


Winter 2017 Edition

  • Martin J. Boetcher: New Law On Employee Handguns Takes Effect Soon
  • Vito Abruzzino: Estate Planning is for Dummies
  • Kellie Rogers Joins HHM in Salem, Brings New Capabilities
  • Matthew Ries Among 25 Under 35 MVPs
  • HHM Plays Key Role in Youngstown Hotel Project
  • Alan Wenger to Speak Thursday at Oil & Gas Briefing
  • Thomas Carey Elected to Children’s Services Board
  • Another Term for Shawna L’Italien as SOD Center President
  •  Neil Schor Reappointed to Commission on CLE

Read the Winter 2017 Edition


Fall 2016 Edition

  • Alan D. Wenger: Some Issues Linger After Dormant Minerals Ruling
  • Paul M. Dutton: 6 Essentials Communities Need to Spark Growth
  • Martin J. Boetcher: New Overtime Rules Take Effect Next Month
  • Denise Glintasis Bayer: 3 Ways a Good Lawyer Can Boost Your Startup
  • New Lawyers Join HHM in Youngstown, Warren
  • Ries Named Among 25 Under 35 Honorees
  • Boetcher Briefs Non-Profits on New OT Rules
  • Abruzzino Speaks at Regional Defense Forum
  • Kiwanis Recognizes L’Italien for Service
  • 2017 Leadership MV Class Includes Bayer
  • HHM Establishes Presence on Facebook

Read the Fall 2016 Edition


Summer 2016 Edition

  • Michael J. McGee: Follow These Steps in Response to Employee Theft
  • Martin J. Boetcher: New Ohio Law Eases Liability for Motor Carriers
  • Matthew M. Ries: 4 Strategies to Cut Risk of Wrongful Termination Suits
  • Neil D. Schor: Takeaways From Case of Driver Hit by Fleeing Suspect
  • Katie M. Kalbacher: Public Benefit Corp Option Conveys Good Intentions
  • Murphy Inducted as Fellow With State Bar Foundation
  • Bayer to Lead Seminar on Contracts, Copyright
  • HHM Lawyers Chip in With Streetscape 2016
  • Magician Society Recognizes Coombs

Read the Summer 2016 Edition


Spring 2016 Edition

  • John L. Pogue: Is Estate Plan Complete? Add This Info to Be Sure
  • Kevin P. Murphy: Steps for Employers to Address Workplace Violence
  • Shawna L. L’Italien Elected President of SOD Center in Salem
  • Pogue Named Again to Inside Business Power 100
  • Frederick S. Coombs III on Panel for Student Loans Seminar

Read the Spring 2016 Edition


Winter 2016 Edition

  • Alan D. Wenger: Oil & Gas Class Action Suits: 6 Critical Issues to Consider
  • Paul M. Dutton: Guidance for Public Agencies Hiring Architects, Engineers
  • William L. Hawley: 4 Defects That Can Help Document Product Liability
  • Frederick S. Coombs III, Matthew M. Ries Recognized Again By Super Lawyers
  • HHM Welcomes Katie M. Kalbacher, New Business Lawyer in Warren
  • Dutton Elected Vice Chair of ACH Foundation Board
  • Neil D. Schor Named to Board of Leadership Mahoning Valley
  • HHM Backs Local Events, Causes

Read the Winter 2016 Edition


Fall 2015 Edition

  • Key Considerations for Doing Business with Public Entities
  • Takeaways from EEOC Ruling in Sexual-Orientation Case
  • Digital Evidence Must Clear Hurdles to be Used in Court
  • 4 Ways the Law Can Help Protect the Work of Artists
  • 3 Challenges Presented by Military Justice System
  • Gay Marriage Decision Has Impact on Ohio Employers
  • Vansuch Supports Defense of Landlord Rules in Boardman
  • Court, HHM, DeBartolo Sponsor Workshop on Teen Bullying
  • Wenger Leads Oil & Gas Seminar for Local Accounting Society
  • Bayer to Lead Seminar on Licensing, Copyright Law
  • Wilson Lands President’s Award from Trumbull Bar Association
  • State Bar Foundation Honors Ries for Community Service
  • HHM Supports Local Events, Causes

Read the Fall 2015 Edition


Summer 2015 Edition

  • New Union Election Rules Will Challenge Employers
  • Failure to Preserve Evidence Can Bring Harsh Results
  • Take Caution When Land is Severed from Mineral Rights
  • Chamber Picks HHM, Abruzzino for Air Base Support Effort
  • Coombs, Panel to Discuss Student Loan Debt Crisis
  • Bayer, Legal Creative Boost Arts With Free Legal Clinics
  • Lawyers Move for New Additions
  • HHM Supports Local Events, Causes

Read the Summer 2015 Edition


 Spring 2015 Edition

  • New OSHA Rules Require Better Processes to Track Accidents
  • Do Your Homework Before Requesting Info Under FOIA
  • Employers Must Follow New Direct Care OT Rules by July 1
  • Weigh Downside of Arbitration Clauses in Business Contracts
  • Wenger Honored With Chamber Spirit Award
  • Port Authority Wins Ruling in HHM Lawsuit Over Leases
  • Millich Chosen as Presenter for National Oil & Gas Webinar
  • Boetcher Discusses Employee Discipline at Salem Safety Council
  • Abruzzino Awarded Among Young Professionals
  • Coombs Elected to Leadership Post in Regional Scout Council
  • HHM Backs Community Events, Causes

Read the Spring 2015 Edition