Fries v. Greg G. Wright & Sons, L.L.C.

{¶ 1} Charles Fischer, who is a defendant in the underlying civil case and is serving as counsel for another defendant, has filed an affidavit and a supplemental affidavit with the clerk of this court under R.C. 2701.03 seeking to disqualify Judge Steven E. Martin from presiding over any further proceedings in the case.

{¶ 2} Fischer alleges that Judge Martin has exhibited significant bias and prejudice against him and other defendants. Judge Martin has responded in writing to the affidavit, detailing his handling of the case and denying any bias against any party.

{¶ 3} Before addressing the…