Feb 3, 2021
On January 12, 2021 Governor DeWine signed into law House Bill 352, the Employment Law Uniformity Act (“ELUA”). ELUA reforms Ohio’s employment discrimination statute and will bring much-needed clarity to Ohio employers when it becomes effective on April 15, 2021. The key changes include:
- Requiring employees to file charges and exhaust administrative remedies with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission (“OCRC”) before commencing a lawsuit in court;
- Implementing a uniform two-year statute of limitations for filing employment discrimination claims with the OCRC and/or in court;
- Simplifying the process and remedies available for age discrimination actions;
- Eliminating personal liability for employment discrimination claims for managers and supervisors; and
- Providing an affirmative defense to harassment claims for employers who have appropriate anti-harassment policies and procedures in place.
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Jan 15, 2021
Randall M. Comer, President of the Clark County Bar Association (2020-2021), and other leaders of the local bar association released the following press release:
The members of the Clark County Bar Association condemn in the strongest terms the attack last week on the United States Capitol. The Rule of Law, free and fair elections, and the peaceful transfer of power are the cornerstones of our democracy. The reprehensible acts of those who attacked the Capitol in an effort to disrupt the certification of the Electoral College vote are repugnant to the ideals upon which our nation was founded. As lawyers, we respect and support the constitutional rights of citizens to peacefully assemble and protest. However, those who resort to lawlessness and violence shall never find sympathy nor support from those in the legal profession sworn to uphold and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States and the State of Ohio.
The Clark County Bar Association is a professional association of local lawyers with more than 130 members. Held to high ethical standards, lawyers not only have a duty to their clients, but also to the legal system and the public it serves. As such, lawyers have a responsibility to educate the public regarding the importance of the Rule of Law and promote respect for the legal system.
In an article published in the Springfield News-Sun, President Comer further stated: “As lawyers we have a sworn duty to support and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States and the State of Ohio.” Mr. Comer believes it is that duty which compelled the association to issue the release speaking to the higher ideals upon which our nation was founded and against the lawless violence that occurred last Wednesday.
Jan 15, 2021
Martin Browne is pleased to announce that two attorneys from the firm have again been named 2021 Ohio Super Lawyers and Rising Stars.
Super Lawyers Magazine recognizes those who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement as Super Lawyers. Randall M. Comer was named a 2021 Ohio Super Lawyer. He was previously selected to Super Lawyers in 2011-2013 and 2017-2020. He was also named a Rising Star in 2005. Attorney Comer is a top rated Employment & Labor Attorney in Springfield, Ohio.
Rising Stars are chosen by their peers as up-and-coming lawyers in Ohio. Daniel L. Bey was named a 2021 Ohio Rising Star, previously selected as the same in 2019-2020. Attorney Bey is a top rated Real Estate Attorney in Urbana, Ohio.
Oct 1, 2020
Partner Randall M. Comer has been named a 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” in the practice area of Labor Law – Management in the Dayton region by Best Lawyers. This recognition is based on a peer-review survey and symbolizes excellence in practice. More information on the honorees and publication can be found on the Best Lawyers website. As always, the team members in the Labor & Employment practice area at MBHH stand ready to assist current and potential clients with their legal needs.
Oct 1, 2020
September 4th, 2020
Associate Ben Hooper, a proud member of the Board of Directors of the Glen Helen Association, was on hand to celebrate the recent announcement that the GHA is now the proud owner, steward, and operator of a favorite local nature preserve, Glen Helen. Ben’s grandparents were long-time Yellow Springs residents and their property bordered the Glen.
Please visit the Association’s website to learn more about this worthy non-profit. 
Jul 1, 2020
Kara Stephens, Urbana Office Manager and OSBA Certified Paralegal, is a board member/officer for the local non-profit organization, Monument Square District. The group’s mission is “to champion development of an economically, socially and culturally vital central business district in Urbana, OH by enhancing the quality of life of the city.” To that end, the group was thrilled to receive a recent donation of a watering cart from Wiedmann Electrical Technology. To read more about this generous donation benefitting the downtown community, please click here.
