Dying Without a Will in Ohio: What Your Loved Ones Need to Know
Dying Without a Will in Ohio: What Your Loved Ones Need to Know Wills are more than legal documents—they are acts of love and protection. They tell the world how you want your property and assets distributed and who you trust to care for your minor children. Yet far too many people in Ohio pass […]
Introduction to The “Death Tax” and Gift Tax-(and why you likely do not need to fear the death tax)
Introduction to The “Death Tax” and Gift Tax-(and why you likely do not need to fear the death tax) At McCarthy Law Office, we proudly serve the Cincinnati and Westside communities, providing trusted legal counsel for all your estate planning needs. One topic that frequently comes up in conversations surrounding estate planning is the so-called […]
Caution: Potential Unintended Consequences of Beneficiary Designations
Caution: Potential Unintended Consequences of Beneficiary Designations Avoiding probate is often a goal of estate planning clients. A Revocable Living Trust is one way to avoid probate. Another strategy is the use of beneficiary designations. When planning for the future, many individuals use beneficiary designations to ensure that their assets are passed on to loved […]
McCarthy Law Office Celebrates 10 Years of Service
McCarthy Law Office Celebrates 10 Years of Service In 2015, Dan McCarthy took a leap of faith and founded McCarthy Law Office with a vision of providing personalized, one-on-one legal services to individuals and families in the Cincinnati community. Over the past decade, the firm has evolved, focusing on helping clients plan for the future […]
Attention Small Business Owners: New Law Imposes Reporting Requirements
Effective January 1, 2024, the CTA requires that certain businesses disclose to FinCEN information about the company, its beneficial owners, and in some cases, the company applicant.
End of Year Estate Planning Actions to Consider
Now is a great time to schedule an appointment to review your plan. And if you are like 60% of the country without a Will, it is a great time to scratch "get a Will" off your to-do list. Call me at 513-815-7006, email me at mccarthy@danmccarthylaw.com, or visit my webpage at bambizm43.sg-host.com/ to schedule your appointment.
What Happens When the Insurance Company Deems Your Wrecked Car a Total Loss?
If you are involved in a car collision caused by the negligence of another driver, let McCarthy Law Office guide you through the process of maximizing your recovery, both for the property damage and for your pain and suffering.
Ohio’s New Distracted Driving Law: Phones Down!
In Ohio, it is now illegal to use or hold, with any part your body, a cell phone or other electronic device while driving. Ohio’s SB 288 allows police officers to pull over drivers for violating the new law. But the law also has some exceptions and different requirements depending on the age of the driver. Law enforcement will be issuing citations under the new law beginning on October 05, 2023.
Year-End Checklist: Planning & Protection for Your Family
As the calendar turns to December, and before the rush of holidays kicks into high gear, now is a great time to review your estate plan and insurance coverage. Have you updated your estate plan recently? Do you even have an estate plan? When is the last time you met with your insurance agent to discuss your car and home coverage? Do you have enough life insurance? Here are five things that every family should review.
How to Include Social Media and Online Accounts In Your Estate Plan
With the help of an experienced estate planning attorney, you can feel relieved that your digital assets will be easily located, managed, and passed to your loved ones.