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  • Lynn Vuketich Luther Quoted in Daily Labor Report on ADA Suit Involving Coverage for Former Employees
    July 10, 2024

    Lynn Vuketich Luther spoke with Bloomberg Law’s Daily Labor Report about a case slated for review by the U.S. Supreme Court involving “employers’ benefits obligations to former employees.”

  • Eastman & Smith’s Adam Nightingale Installed as President of Toledo Bar Association
    June 27, 2024

    Eastman & Smith is pleased to announce that member Adam S. Nightingale was installed as 123rd president of the Toledo Bar Association.

  • Fadi V. Nahhas and Karl H. Schneider Recognized in 2024 Edition of Chambers USA
    June 6, 2024

    Eastman & Smith is pleased to announce that Fadi V. Nahhas and Karl H. Schneider have been recognized in the 2024 edition of Chambers USA.

  • Reworked.com Quotes Carrie Urrutia on Return to Office Mandates, Quiet Layoffs & Employment Law Considerations
    April 15, 2024

    Carrie L. Urrutia discussed several legal considerations about Return-to-Office (RTO) policies in the Reworked.com article

  • 24 Eastman & Smith Lawyers Selected to Inaugural Ohio Leading Lawyers List
    April 4, 2024

    Eastman & Smith is pleased to announce that 24 of the Firm’s attorneys have been selected to the inaugural Ohio Leading Lawyers list presented by Ohio Business Magazine.

  • DOJ Announces Incentive Program for Whistleblowers
    March 15, 2024

    Following in the steps of the SEC and  CFTC, the U.S. Department of Justice announced plans to pay whistleblowers.

  • Law360 Highlights Addition of Todd Long and Karl Schneider
    March 11, 2024

    The arrival of Todd A. Long and Karl H. Schneider was featured in the Law360 article “McNees Wallace White Collar Duo Joins Eastman & Smith,” on March 1. 

  • Eastman & Smith Celebrates International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month 2024
    March 6, 2024

    Observed for 103 years, International Women's Day is a day meant to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women throughout the world. 

  • Scott A. Johnson Publishes Article in MG Magazine on Legalization of Recreational Marijuana in Ohio
    March 6, 2024

    Eastman & Smith member Scott A. Johnson published an article entitled “Uncertainty Prevails Entering a New Era of Legalized Adult Use Cannabis in Ohio,”  in the March 2024 issue of MG Magazine.

  • Eastman & Smith Adds Attorneys Todd A. Long and Karl H. Schneider to Columbus Office
    Expanding White-Collar Crime & Investigations Practice Reach to Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio
    March 1, 2024

    Eastman & Smith is pleased to announce that Todd A. Long and Karl H. Schneider have joined the Firm’s White-Collar Crime & Investigations practice group as of counsel.

  • Lynn Vuketich Luther Interviewed on Bias Suits for Targeting Remote Staff
    February 20, 2024

    Employers could find themselves facing discrimination lawsuits over employment decisions made involving remote workers.

  • Linsday Rich Steinmetz Receives Award from EPA
    January 16, 2024

    Lindsay Rich Steinmetz, an associate with Eastman & Smith, received the Bronze Medal from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for work she did while in their employ.

  • Carrie A. Johnson and Jared J. Lefevre Resolve Domain Name Dispute
    January 8, 2024

    A retailer, successfully represented by Eastman & Smith members Carrie A. Johnson and Jared L. Lefevre, regained control of its domain name and website after it was held hostage by the web administrator. 

  • Seven Eastman & Smith Attorneys Selected to 2024 Ohio Super Lawyers & Ohio Rising Stars Lists
    December 28, 2023

    Eastman & Smith is proud to announce that three attorneys were selected for inclusion in the 2024 Ohio Super Lawyers® list and four were selected for inclusion in the 2024 Ohio Rising Stars® list.

  • Eastman & Smith Remembers Ronald J. Tice
    December 7, 2023

    The attorneys and staff of Eastman & Smith are saddened to announce the passing of our friend and colleague, Ronald J. Tice, who passed away on November 24. 

  • Cannabis Business Executive Quotes Scott Johnson on Rollout of Recreational Marijuana in Ohio
    December 6, 2023

    Scott A. Johnson, a member of Eastman & Smith's Cannabis and Hemp Industry Group, was quoted throughout a November 9 article in Cannabis Business Executive titled “Ohio Approves Adult-Use, The Legislative Clock Starts Ticking Today."

  • Ohio Capital Journal Quotes Scott Johnson on Next Steps for Legalized Marijuana
    November 10, 2023

    Scott A. Johnson, a member of Eastman & Smith's Cannabis and Hemp Industry group, was quoted in a November 9 article in the Ohio Capital Journal titled “Cannabis Advocates Remain Hopeful About Legalization as Ohio Republicans Look to Make Changes."

  • Toledo Blade Quotes Scott Johnson on Ohio's Vote in Favor of Legalized Recreational Marijuana
    November 10, 2023

    Scott A. Johnson, a member of Eastman & Smith's Cannabis and Hemp Industry Group, was quoted in a November 8 Toledo Blade article titled “Abortion, Marijuana Issues Passed. Now What Happens?" (subscription required).

  • Brigid Heid Receives Award from Trial Attorney Association
    November 9, 2023

    The Ohio Association of Civil Trial Attorneys (OACTA) presented Eastman & Smith member Brigid E. Heid with its Frank Seth Hurd Member of the Year Award. 

  • Detroit Free Press Quotes Scott Johnson on Ohio's Recreational Marijuana Vote
    November 8, 2023

    Scott A. Johnson, a member of Eastman & Smith's Cannabis and Hemp Industry Group, was quoted in a November 7 article in the Detroit Free Press titled "Michigan Dispensaries Wait and Watch as Ohio Votes on Recreational Marijuana. Here's Why."

  • Adam Nightingale Named 2023 General Litigation Trailblazer by the National Law Journal
    November 8, 2023

    Eastman & Smith is pleased to announce that member Adam S. Nightingale has been honored as a 2023 General Litigation Trailblazer by The National Law Journal.

  • Eastman & Smith on 2024 Best Law Firms List
    November 1, 2023

    Eastman & Smith is pleased to announce the Firm is included in the 2024 edition of Best Law Firms®, published by Best Lawyers®. 

  • Carrie Johnson Publishes Article Addressing INTA Efforts to Protect Non-Traditional Marks
    September 29, 2023

    Scent.  Sounds.  Texture.  Color.  What do these items have in common?  They are all examples of non-traditional marks (NTM).

  • 32 Eastman & Smith Lawyers Included in 2024 Best Lawyers® Lists
    August 16, 2023

    Eastman & Smith is pleased to announce that 32 of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2024 Best Lawyers® lists, including 27 attorneys recognized in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and five attorneys recognized in the 2024 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America list.

  • Nahhas Named One of 100 Leading Immigration Attorneys
    July 31, 2023

    Eastman & Smith is pleased to announce that Fadi V. Nahhas, member and chair of the firm's Executive Committee, has been named to the 2023 Lawdragon 100 Leading Immigration Lawyers inaugural guide.

  • Lynn Vuketich Luther Discusses Top Leadership Trait In Thomson Reuters Legal Practice Management Feature
    July 17, 2023

    [Ms. Abrahams] asked a handful of firm leaders to identify their most important communication skills and how they used those to influence others.

  • Reginald Jackson Recertified by NBTA
    July 10, 2023

    The National Board of Trial Advocacy has recertified Reginald S. Jackson Jr. as a board certified civil trial advocate. 

  • Carrie Johnson Named Intellectual Property Trailblazer by the National Law Journal
    July 5, 2023

    When asked about the path that made her a trailblazer, Ms. Johnson pointed to her work helping companies protect non-traditional trademarks.

  • Stephen Chappelear Quoted in Columbus Newspaper
    June 7, 2023

    The Columbus Dispatch reported recently regarding a $9.3 million jury verdict in a racial discrimination case involving a former employee of Saks Fifth Avenue.  The verdict included past and future pay as well as $7 million in punitive damages.

  • Eastman & Smith Welcomes Back Anna Schroeder
    May 9, 2023

    Eastman & Smith is pleased to announce that Anna L. Schroeder has rejoined the Firm in our Findlay office

  • Patrick B. Cavanaugh Joins Eastman & Smith
    March 10, 2023

    Eastman & Smith is pleased to announce that Patrick B. Cavanaugh has joined the Firm as a member in the Professional Liability Practice Group.

  • Eastman & Smith Celebrates International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month
    March 8, 2023

    Observed for 102 years, International Women's Day is meant to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women throughout the world. 

  • Sandretto Successfully Defends Credit Union
    March 3, 2023

    While numerous federal laws exist to regulate the consumer lending market, these laws cannot be used to negate the requirement that a duly executed loan be repaid.

  • UT Law School and Eastman & Smith Networking Mixer
    February 22, 2023

    Eastman & Smith was honored to host a networking mixer for the University of Toledo Law School Affinity Groups on February 10.

  • Heid Discusses BYOD Policies
    February 3, 2023

    Bring Your Own Device policies are found in 83% of companies, at least to some extent, according to a Zippia.com survey.  Eastman & Smith member Brigid E. Heid, in her Columbus Business First article says the survey did not reveal whether or not employers have the right kind of policy.

  • COVID-19 Insights and Information

    Attorneys at Eastman & Smith have been actively disseminating information addressing issues arising from COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Shaw and Ebel Prevail in Workers’ Comp Case
    December 30, 2022

    Eastman & Smith members Mark A. Shaw and Melissa A. Ebel defended a commercial airline in an Ohio appellate case involving an alleged exposure to chemicals in the workplace.

  • Attorneys Successfully Obtain Reversal of Class Action Certification
    December 30, 2022

    University was sued by a student over the loss of market value from in-person classes and campus access due to government ordered shutdown because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Ohio Super Lawyers and Rising Stars 2023
    December 29, 2022

    Eastman & Smith is proud to announce that three attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2023 Ohio Super Lawyers® list and two were selected for inclusion in the 2023 Ohio Rising Stars® list.

  • Two Eastman & Smith Attorneys Honored by the Toledo Bar Association
    December 13, 2022

    Eastman & Smith members Stuart J. Goldberg and John H.  Boggs were honored with an award during the Toledo Bar Association holiday lunch on December 13.

  • Eastman & Smith on 2023 Best Law Firms List
    November 3, 2022

    In conjunction with Best Lawyers in America®, U.S. News and World Report has published a compilation of the top law firms in the country in different practice areas.

  • Eastman & Smith Obtains Injunction Permitting Construction of Cell Tower
    October 5, 2022

    A municipality in Northwest Ohio denied a special use permit to construct a cell tower. The denial led to litigation in which the plaintiff cell tower company, represented by Eastman & Smith, prevailed.

  • Durham Receives Distinguished Graduate Award
    September 16, 2022

    Joseph R. Durham received the Distinguished Graduate award from his law school alma mater, Lewis and Clark's Northwestern School of Law. 

  • Law360 Quotes Carrie Urrutia On The Value And Pitfalls Of Pre-Hire Skills Tests
    September 7, 2022

    Carrie L. Urrutia discussed the value of pre-hire skills tests while cautioning employers about pitfalls to avoid.

  • Eastman & Smith Lawyers Recognized by Best Lawyers® in 2023
    Three Named Lawyers of the Year
    August 18, 2022

    Eastman & Smith is pleased to announce that 21 of the Firm’s attorneys have been recognized in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.   

  • Sixth Circuit Rules in Favor of Eastman & Smith Client and Deepens Circuit Split
    July 15, 2022

    The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals recently affirmed a decision from the Southern District of Ohio dismissing a civil RICO case filed against an Eastman & Smith client for lack of personal jurisdiction.

  • Shopping for a Mall?  Johnson and Reinbolt Can Help.
    July 7, 2022

    Members Scott A. Johnson and Steven D. Reinbolt represented a client in the purchase of a Southeast Michigan mall. 

  • Eastman & Smith Welcomes Rita Sinha-Marsh as Registered Patent Attorney
    May 31, 2022

    We are pleased to announce that Rita K. Sinha-Marsh, formerly a mechanical engineering patent examiner with the USPTO, has joined the Firm.

  • Johnson Interviewed on Trade Dress
    May 13, 2022

    The “look and feel” of a product or service you produce or offer may be covered by an intellectual property tool called trade dress. 

  • Eastman & Smith Relocates to New Downtown Toledo Office Space
    Commits to Area Redevelopment and Flexible Work Environment at One SeaGate
    April 29, 2022

    With a commitment to help foster the continued revitalization of downtown Toledo, Eastman & Smith relocated to new space on the 27th floor of One SeaGate at 550 North Summit Street.

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