Russin v. Shepherd, 2006-G-2708 (6-22-2007)

OPINION

{¶ 1} Ellen Shepherd ("appellant"), appeals the judgment entry of the Geauga County Court of Common Pleas finding her liable to John Russin ("appellee") under a contract. At issue is whether appellant is personally liable under the instrument and whether the stipulated interest rate complies with the Ohio usury law. For the reasons that follow, we affirm.

{¶ 2} Statement of Facts and Procedural History

{¶ 3} Appellee is a mechanic and lives in Montville Township, Ohio. He met appellant through her sister. Appellant approached him about making an investment in her company. She presented…