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YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS | Can a worker be fired for refusing to be vaccinated against COVID-19?

December 30, 2020 By Betras Kopp Harshman

News about the approval of COVID-19 vaccines has raised two things: hope that the pandemic will end in the not too distant future and lots of questions including the one I’ve been asked most: Can a worker be fired if their employer requires them to be vaccinated and they refuse? The answer is, with limited […]

Filed Under: Coronavirus, Covid-19, David Betras, Legal advice Tagged With: Coronavirus, Covid-19, David Betras, legal advice

It’s that time of year–time for winter driving tips from Betras, Kopp & Harshman

December 1, 2020 By Betras Kopp Harshman

Just in case you haven’t looked outside yet, our “Three Ps” of safe winter driving tips will be extremely relevant and useful over the next couple of days. Please be careful on the roads, and remember, if someone who isn’t driving safely runs into you or a member of your family, contact Betras, Kopp & […]

Filed Under: Driving safely, traffic laws, Vehicle accidents Tagged With: automobile safety, car accidents, texting while driving, winter driving

Complex deliberative process, legal doctrines drive Supreme Court rulings in controversial cases

July 3, 2020 By Betras Kopp Harshman

This week the U.S. Supreme Court handed down decisions in two closely watched controversial cases: June Medical Services LLC. et al. V. Russo and Seila Law v. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Along with being among the most highly anticipated rulings of the term, the opinions in the cases provided valuable insight into both the intricacies […]

Filed Under: Constitutional Law, David Betras, Supreme Court Tagged With: David Betras, legal advice, U.S. Supreme Court

Sunshine Laws enable citizens, media to expose government corruption, mismanagement, and malfeasance

June 26, 2020 By Betras Kopp Harshman

Ohio’s Open Meetings Act enacted in 1954 and Public Records Act passed in 1963 known collectively as the state’s “Sunshine Laws,” are based on the belief that government belongs to the people. I couldn’t agree more, and, as a member of the Mahoning County Board of Elections a public body subject to those laws, I […]

Filed Under: Constitutional Law, David Betras, Legal advice, Uncategorized Tagged With: government accountability

Ohio inmates serving time in state prisons ravaged by COVID-19 may file for judicial release

May 9, 2020 By [email protected]

Ohio’s state correctional facilities are COVID-19 hotspots. If you have a relative or friend incarcerated at one of these dangerous facilities Betras, Kopp & Harshman may be able to help by securing their judicial release from prison. Call us today at 330-746-848 or 800-457-2889 to learn more! Under Ohio law, qualifying inmates may ask their […]

Filed Under: Coronavirus, Covid-19, Criminal Law, Criminal trials, Legal advice Tagged With: Coronavirus, Covid-19, criminal law, criminal trial lawyer, legal advice

BKH’s new procedures for office visits will keep clients, employees safe

April 29, 2020 By Betras Kopp Harshman

As an essential business, Betras, Kopp & Harshman has been open and serving clients during the COVID-19 crisis. We will continue to be here for you throughout the emergency. On Monday, May 4 we are instituting the following procedures for office visits: Anyone visiting the office must schedule an appointment in advance by calling 330-746-8484 […]

Filed Under: Coronavirus, Covid-19, David Betras, Legal advice Tagged With: Civil lawsuit, Covid-19, legal advice, personal injury, senior abuse

David Betras, Christopher Knopik, Douglas Titus, Jr. named Ohio, Florida Super Lawyers for 2020

January 6, 2020 By Betras Kopp Harshman

We are pleased to announce that three members of our firm: BKH Managing Partner David Betras, Chris Knopik, Managing Attorney of BKH Florida, and Doug Titus, a member of our Complex Litigation Team, are among the five percent of attorneys in Ohio and Florida named to the “Super Lawyer” list for 2020. This prestigious designation […]

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Mahoning Matters shines spotlight on area nursing homes, abuse and neglect of seniors

February 7, 2020 By Betras Kopp Harshman

We would like to applaud Mahoning Matters for its in-depth series on area nursing homes. According to the report, conditions at two area nursing homes, Warren’s White Oak Manor and the Oasis Center for Rehabilitation and Healing are especially troubling. Reporters also found that 11 of the 46 nursing facilities located in Mahoning and Trumbull counties […]

Filed Under: elder abuse, Legal advice, Nursing Home Abuse, personal injury, Wrongful death Tagged With: elder abuse, nursing home abuse, nursing home neglect, personal injury, senior abuse

Ohio Department of Health Stay at Home Order

March 25, 2020 By Betras Kopp Harshman

Dr. Amy Acton, the Director of the Ohio Department of Health issued a comprehensive “Stay at Home” order on Sunday, March 22. Beginning March 25, Betras, Kopp & Harshman will conduct free Covid-19 legal clinics every Wednesday via Facebook Live for the duration of the crisis. You can ask questions by calling 330-746-848 or 800-487-2889, […]

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Betras, Kopp & Harshman is open, law firm will launch free, online Covid-19 legal clinic on Wednesday, March 25

March 25, 2020 By Betras Kopp Harshman

Betras, Kopp & Harshman Managing Partner David Betras announced today that the law firm, which has been designated an “essential business” under the Stay at Home Order issued March 22 by the Ohio Department of Health will remain open during the Covid-19 crisis. You may view the order here: DirectorsOrderStayAtHome Attorney Betras also announced that […]

Filed Under: Coronavirus, Covid-19, David Betras, Legal advice Tagged With: Coronavirus, Covid-19, David Betras, legal advice

Two stories shine spotlight on dangers of preventable medical errors

December 2, 2019 By Betras Kopp Harshman

As lawyers who have represented hundreds of medical malpractice victims, we’re acutely aware of the dangers associated with the hundreds of thousands of preventable medical errors committed by health care professionals in the United States each year. That’s why our interest was piqued by two troubling articles that recently appeared in the Washington Post. The first:  A dog bite sent […]

Filed Under: Medical Malpractice

TV Law is Easy, We Win the Tough Ones in the Real World

November 14, 2019 By Betras Kopp Harshman

Series featuring lawyers have been a staple on television since the first set flickered to life decades ago. Along with attracting millions of viewers, the shows shaped America’s perception of the criminal justice system. For instance, according to TV, crimes were committed, investigations conducted, and trials held in an hour, minus 14 minutes of commercials. […]

Filed Under: Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Criminal trials, David Betras, Legal advice Tagged With: criminal law, criminal trial lawyer, David Betras, Fourth Amendment, Illegal search and seizure

New York Times investigation: Breathalyzer test results can’t be trusted

November 9, 2019 By Betras Kopp Harshman

It’s a tradition here in the Valley and across the country: every weekend people climb into their cars and drive to their favorite restaurants, bars, and nightclubs to eat, dance, hang out with friends and yes, drink. Later in the evening some of those people will participate in another American tradition: taking a breathalyzer test […]

Filed Under: David Betras, Driving safely, Drunk driving, Legal advice, license suspension, traffic laws Tagged With: auto accidents, Breathalyzer tests, David Betras, Drunk Driving, DUI/OVI, License suspension

School Daze safety tips for drivers, students, and parents

August 19, 2019 By Betras Kopp Harshman

Kids are returning to school across the Buckeye State, so we’re going to be offering school bus safety tips for drivers, kids, and parents throughout the week. Let’s start with a refresher course for drivers… This infographic below illustrates when drivers must stop for school buses that are picking up or dropping off students. Along […]

Filed Under: Driving safely, license suspension, Public schools, traffic laws, Vehicle accidents Tagged With: auto accidents, Public schools, safe driving, school bus

Legally Speaking on WFMJ Today: Fans suing NFL over blown calls

August 19, 2019 By Betras Kopp Harshman

In this episode of Legally Speaking on WFMJ Today, Managing Partner David Betras discusses the lawsuits filed against the NFL by fans distressed over the blown pass interference call that marred the 2018 NFC Championship game between the L.A. Rams and the New Orleans Saints. You may view the segment on our YouTube channel or […]

Filed Under: David Betras, Legal advice, Legally Speaking on WFMJ, NFL Football, WFMJ Tagged With: Civil lawsuit, Cleveland Browns, David Betras, Legally Speaking, NFL Football, Pass Interference, WFMJ

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