In re Disqualification of Corrigan

[This decision has been published in Ohio Official Reports at 94 Ohio St.3d 1234.] IN RE DISQUALIFICATION OF CORRIGAN. MEISTER PROTECTION SERVICES, INC. v. PLAIN DEALER PUBLISHING COMPANY ET AL. [Cite as In re Disqualification of Corrigan,

2001-Ohio-4092.] Judges—Affidavit of disqualification—Judge was subject of series of critical articles, columns, and editorials in newspaper relative to his conduct and extended absence from the bench—Judge’s failure to respond to allegations of bias and prejudice may result in judge’s disqualification to avoid the appearance of impropriety. (No.…