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Joe Hazelbaker is an attorney licensed to practice in the State of Ohio and a small sporting goods retail business owner. He lives in Southeastern Ohio with his daughter.

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Business > Human Resources Interview questions that are inappropriate or illegal: 2 of 12
It's important not just to know what interview questions are illegal, but to also know how to handle them when they're asked. This article addresses both issues: what issues/questions employers and job candidates should know are inappropriate and/or illegal and what job candidates should do if such issues/questions are raised... More..
Home & Garden > Rental Properties Ensuring you get your rent deposit back: 2 of 12
Don't just get your deposit back when your lease is up, get interest too! Most U.S. states require that residential landlords return a renter's deposit plus interest set at a statutory rate. In Ohio, where I practice law, the rate is set at five percent. Theoretically, a deposit is supposed to be set-aside in a separate inter... More..
Law & Legal Information > Business Law Differentiating patent, trademark and copyright: 1 of 6
Differentiating patent, trademark and copyright law is straightforward once you know the categories of creations each segment of law protects. Patent law protects inventions, trademark law protects commercial identities, and copyright law protects literary and artistic works. Together, we call this legal protection Intellectu... More..
Home & Garden > Home Repair (Other) Furnace filter replacement tips: 1 of 6
Replacing your furnace filter regularly provides both economic and health benefits. Clean filters keep air flowing freely and reduce your furnace bill. Clean filters also keep airborne dust and allergens down. Here are several tips to make sure you get those benefits.1) Buy in multiples. Furnace filters can be expensive (from... More..
Sports & Recreation > Camping How to sanitize your drinking water outdoors: 2 of 11
Water, water everywhere and not a drop to drink? It doesn't have to be that way when you're on the trail. As long as you understand the risks associated with water-borne illnesses and contamination and are prepared to deal with those conditions.~ WHAT'S THE "BUG" DEAL? ~Why worry about water sanitation? Simple; bugs and muck.... More..
Sports & Recreation > Fishing (Other) Should catch-and-release fishing be legal?: 2 of 11
"Catch-and-release" is the practice of releasing back into the wild each fish that one catches, regardless of species or size. The policy should continue to be a legal method of fishing because it ensures the perpetuation of game fish.The practice has been in use in many countries for decades as a proven conservation techniqu... More..
Personal Finance > Managing Credit Bad credit: Now what?: 9 of 49
Credit is critical. However, having bad credit isn't the end of the world. There are several simple (and free) steps you can take to keep you in the "game" while you repair and build your credit history.The first thing you need to do is order your credit report from all three credit reporting bureaus: Equifax, Experian, and T... More..
Business > Entrepreneurial Spirit Academic qualification for business success: 2 of 10
As a small business owner and practicing attorney, I encounter lots of business owners. Some successful, some not. There is no magic formula for business success. The road to bankruptcy is paved with PhD.s and seasoned entreprenueurs. However, the opposite is also true: many, many successful businesses were formed by individ... More..
Education > Standardized Tests Tips on taking and passing the Bar Exam: 1 of 5
You can successfully take and pass he bar exam. These basic facts and tips will help.First, understand the context: about 2/3 of those taking the bar exam pass. Those are decent odds. Depending on the state you are in and the law school you go to, those odds can get even better. Before you even taken the test, understand that... More..
Jobs & Careers > Business & Professional Jobs Choosing a law career: Reasons to reconsider: 1 of 5
Boy, how I wish being a lawyer were like a Grisham novel, even a bad Grisham novel. If you think it is, here's the top 10 reasons to reconsider that law school application.1. $100,000 in student loan debt at 8% interest.Yep, law school is expensive. Just your tuition and fees are going to set you back $100,000 or more over th... More..