New Notary Laws in Ohio: Important Changes to Requirements and Fees Effective April 2023

Columbus, Ohio – For many Ohioans, utilizing a notary public has been a common procedure, whether finalizing the purchase of a home, setting up a trust, or securing powers of attorney. In a bid to streamline legal processes and address emerging questions, Ohio is implementing new notary laws effective April 3. These updates promise major clarifications and modifications affecting the qualifications and operations of notaries across the state. The forthcoming amendments make it clear that only Ohio residents and non-resident attorneys licensed in Ohio are eligible to apply for an Ohio notary commission. This move … Read more

Michigan Enhances Child Passenger Safety with New Car Seat Regulations Starting April 2

Lansing, Michigan — New child car seat regulations in Michigan start taking effect on April 2, enhancing safety requirements for younger travelers in vehicles. The updated laws dictate stricter guidelines concerning the positioning and orientation of car seats for children, to better shield them in the event of traffic accidents. Under the new mandates, children under the age of two must be secured in a rear-facing car seat until they exceed the weight or height limit specified by the seat’s manufacturer. This update recognizes the safety benefits of rear-facing seats, which include better support for … Read more

Rosen Law Firm Announces April Deadline for Alarum Technologies Investors to Join Securities Class Action Lawsuit

NEW YORK — The Rosen Law Firm, a global entity known for representing investors’ rights, is issuing a reminder to the shareholders of Alarum Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: ALAR). Investors who purchased securities between March 14, 2024, and August 26, 2024, are informed of the approaching deadline on April 15, 2025, to apply as a lead plaintiff in the class-action lawsuit that has been filed against the company. Shareholders who acted during the specified period might be eligible for compensation without the need to incur out-of-pocket fees or costs thanks to a contingency fee arrangement. Those … Read more

Wisconsin Kicks Off In-Person Absentee Voting as Supreme Court Race and Voter ID Law Amendment Heat Up April Ballot

MILWAUKEE — Ahead of the April 1 election, Wisconsin voters face decisions that extend beyond electing officials, with in-person absentee voting opening Tuesday. A prominent item on the ballot is the potential constitutional amendment of the state’s existing voter ID requirement. Voters will cast their ballots on whether to formalize the need for photo identification at polling stations into the Wisconsin constitution. This constitutional amendment, labeled as QUESTION 1, seeks to embed photo ID requisites for voting into the fabric of state law, which would make it more challenging to alter in the future. Proponents … Read more