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Celebrity Trends: Baby Pre-Nups?

by Michele Corvi | McManis Faulkner on 5/14/2013

I almost spilled my coffee when I read the headline that Halle Berry was pregnant at 46 years of age – not because of her age, but because of the catch-phrase that followed: baby pre-nup. I have never heard of an agreement...more

Meet Five Celebrities Who Have Had Worse Tax Days Than Yours

by Stefanie J. Lipson | Greenberg Glusker Fields Claman & Machtinger... on 4/15/2013

In celebration of Tax Day today, we here at Law Law Land offer tribute to our favorite celebrity/IRS run-ins. Now, lest you think this is just another list airing dirty celebrity tax laundry, think again. This is a classy...more

An Oscar Winner for Compliance

by Thomas Fox on 3/18/2013

Ben Affleck has certainly had his share of ups and downs in his professional career. He shared an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for Good Will Hunting with his fellow Bostonian buddy Matt Damon at age 25. Thereafter...more

Kardashians Caught Without Makeup, But Not The Way You’d Expect

by Brent Lorentz | Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A. on 3/15/2013

For those of you that came looking for pictures of Kim without face paste, this isn’t your post. (Try this one. Yikes.) But if you’re interested in trademarks and the cult of personality, read on....more

Are Dr. Dre’s Claims of Likelihood of Confusion and Dilution Enough to “Beat” His Opponents?

by Susan Neuberger Weller | Mintz Levin - Intellectual Property on 3/13/2013

Rapper Dr. Dre and the company he co-founded, Beats Electronics, LLC, are on the offensive at the US Trademark Trial and Appeal Board challenging a multitude of third-party applications for marks which consist of or contain...more

Co-Parenting Often Means Making the Relationship A Priority

by Law Offices of Marlo Van Oorschot, APLC on 3/5/2013

E! News host Giuliana Rancic has found herself in the middle of a controversy over a comment she recently made about marriage and parenthood. Rancic said she and her husband Bill put their relationship first and their son...more

Estate Planning: Lessons Learned From Dear Abby Columnist Pauline Friedman Phillips

by Evan Guthrie Law Firm on 1/18/2013

Estate Planning: Lessons Learned From Dear Abby Columnist Pauline Friedman Phillips Pauline Friedman Phillips died in January 2013 at the age of 94 of natural causes after years of battling Alzheimer’s disease. Phillips...more

Estate Planning: Lessons Learned From Hugh Hefner's Third Marriage

by Evan Guthrie Law Firm on 1/7/2013

Estate Planning: Lessons Learned From Hugh Hefner's Third Marriage Hugh Hefner and girlfriend Crystal Harris got married for a third time on New Years Eve 2012. Hugh Hefner is best known for his Playboy empire And Harris is...more

I Didn’t Realize William Faulkner Used To Live Under A Bridge

by Brent Lorentz | Winthrop & Weinstine, P.A. on 12/21/2012

Those of us that work in the field of intellectual property law have gotten really familiar with a species known as trolls. I’m not talking about mythical Norse creatures. I’m talking about patent trolls, trademark trolls,...more

Three French Hens, Two Turtle Doves, and Money for My Tax Lien

by Brian D. Berman, Stefanie J. Lipson | Greenberg Glusker Fields Claman & Machtinger... on 12/18/2012

With the holiday season upon us, we all have so much to be thankful for: our health, happiness, Amazon Prime shipping, and — if you’re Lindsay Lohan — an extra $100k from your Uncle Charlie* (Sheen) to help you out of your...more

Divorce and Family Law: Lessons Learned From Kim Kardashian And Kanye West

by Evan Guthrie Law Firm on 12/7/2012

Divorce and Family Law: Lessons Learned From Kim Kardashian And Kanye West Kanye West was reported to have been deposed as a witness in the divorce case of Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries in November of 2012. Kanye West...more

What Happens When One Spouse Contests the Divorce?

by The Byrd Law Firm, P.A. on 11/29/2012

Chad Johnson, wide receiver who played for several NFL teams, is a free agent—professionally and personally. Evelyn Lozado got the divorce she wanted and the Miami Dolphins withdrew their offer of a roster spot. The...more

Divorce and Family Law: Lessons Learned From Danica Patrick

by Evan Guthrie Law Firm on 11/21/2012

Divorce and Family Law: Lessons Learned From Danica Patrick Danica Patrick announced that she was divorcing from her husband in November of 2012. Danica Patrick is best known as NASCAR and IndyCar racing driver, model and...more

Operator of Celebrity Fan Websites Hit With Costly COPPA Violation

by Anthony Caruso on 11/16/2012

Operator of Celebrity Fan Websites Hit With Costly COPPA Violation by Anthony Caruso on November 16, 2012 The operator of celebrity fan websites for music stars Justin Bieber, Rihanna, Demi Lovato, and Selena Gomez will...more

Celebrity Trademark Watch: Did Tim Tebow “Trademark” his Signature Move?

by Foley Hoag LLP - Trademark, Copyright &... on 10/31/2012

Within the past few days a number of news outlets, television programs, websites, and blogs have been reporting that former Denver Bronco and current New York Jets quarterback Tim Tebow has received a federal trademark...more

When Talking Divorce – No Fault and Default – Not the Same Thing

by Rowley Chapman & Barney, Ltd. on 10/10/2012

Last month I wrote about domestic violence and orders of protection. As an example, I discussed the recent short-lived marriage of NFL star Chad Johnson and his TV star wife, Evelyn Lozada. According to media reports, Johnson...more

Gary Coleman’s Ex-Wife Loses Fight for His Estate

by Lawyers.com on 5/18/2012

Shannon Price, the ex-wife of the late actor Gary Coleman, is not entitled to any of his estate, a Utah judge ruled on Monday. Fourth District Judge James R. Taylor instead ruled in favor of Anna Gray, who worked as...more

Estate Tax Lessons from 2010 and Things to Watch Out for in 2011

by Crider Law PC on 2/18/2011

A revocable living trust is a wonderful tool, but it’s just an empty vessel until you fund it by re-titling your assets in the name of your trust. Michael Jackson created what is most likely a wonderful living trust, but his...more

Rapper Young Buck's IRS Auction Cancelled

by Darrin Mish, Tampa Tax Attorney on 11/2/2010

The auction of the possessions of rapper Young Buck (real name David Darnell Brown) that was scheduled for Thursday was cancelled by the IRS because he is now back under the protection of the bankruptcy court. With the...more

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