THE SOLUTIONS LETTER 
An update from Harrington, Hoppe & Mitchell  |  Summer 2016
FROM OUR BLOG

Follow These Steps in Response to Employee Theft
By Michael J. McGee
One of a small business owner's worst nightmares is discovering that one of his or her employees has been stealing from the company.
The initial steps taken to address such a situation are strongly indicative of the results one can expect. Initially, the employer should place the employee on administrative leave. Read more here.
New Ohio Law Eases Liability for Motor Carriers
By Martin J. Boetcher
Ohio recently enacted a law that prohibits certain types of indemnity agreements in motor carrier transportation contracts. State law now prohibits provisions that purport to require the carrier to indemnify, defend or hold harmless the shipper from liability or loss resulting from the negligent or intentional acts or omissions of the shipper. Read more here.
4 Strategies to Cut Risk of Wrongful Termination Suits
By Matthew M. Ries
In the midst of employment-related litigation, many employers find themselves defenseless against wrongful termination lawsuits. However, there are several key ways in which an employer can protect itself against such lawsuits and minimize its liability at trial. Read more here.
Takeaways From Case of Driver Hit by Fleeing Suspect
By Neil D. Schor
Another dimension of municipal liability is in the spotlight with the Ohio Supreme Court's recent decision to hear the case of a motorist in the Dayton area hit by a car driven by a burglary suspect being chased by police officers, causing her serious injuries. Read more here.
Public Benefit Corp Option Conveys Good Intentions
By Katie M. Kalbacher
Unlike standard C corporations, which may elect to promote positive community effects, public benefit corporations are required to impact the communities in which they operate in a positive way. The public benefit corporation is tailored to desirable contemporary business practices and today's community-minded consumer. Read more here.

NEWS ITEMS

Murphy Inducted as Fellow With State Bar Foundation 
In recognition of his community service activities, KEVIN P. MURPHY was inducted recently as a fellow with the Ohio State Bar Foundation. Murphy is one of 46 civic-minded Ohio lawyers who comprise this year's class of fellows of the foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Ohio State Bar Association. The fellowship involves a year of service to outreach programs across Ohio that help the public better understand the law. Read more here.
Bayer to Lead Seminar on Contracts, Copyright
DENISE GLINATSIS BAYER will present a seminar on copyright law and contracts for artists at The Shop on Liberty Street in Hubbard on Friday, Aug. 19, as part of the "Makers Mean Business" learning series for creative entrepreneurs. Bayer is a business lawyer and president of The Legal Creative, a business and legal advisory service for artists. Meanwhile, Bayer also recently joined the board of directors for the Mahoning Valley College Access Program and has been appointed to the executive committee of Opera Western Reserve board of trustees.
HHM Lawyers Chip in With Streetscape 2016
A group of HHM lawyers and spouses participated in the recent Streetscape 2016 beautification event in Youngstown. Pictured are (from left) Janice Coombs, JOHN DELLICK, NEIL SCHOR, Harriet Schor and FRITZ COOMBS. They were among more than 700 volunteers who helped apply mulch, remove weeds, plant flowers and otherwise beautify the city.
Magician Society Recognizes Coombs
FREDERICK S. (FRITZ) COOMBS III, who has followed a life-long avocation for performing sleight of hand and magic tricks, was inducted to the Order of Merlin - Excalibur by the International Brotherhood of Magicians at its recent convention in San Antonio. The award recognized the magician's 50 continuous years of membership and service to the organization. 
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