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Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Xzibit A to the Trademark Agreement – Cannabis Trademarks Assigned in Cloud of Smoke, Says Rapper’s Ex-Wife

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Alvin Joiner, better known by his stage name Xzibit, is a rapper, actor, and record executive. He is also the face behind a cannabis brand called BRASS KNUCKLES, which is currently owned by a company called Hero Brands, Inc....more

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Mastering Financial Caregiving Techniques with Beth Pinsker

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Caring for aging parents often means managing their money, too. On this episode of The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide, Candace Dellacona talks with Beth Pinsker—CFP, MarketWatch columnist, and author of ‘My Mother’s...more

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Mastering Financial Caregiving Techniques with Beth Pinsker

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Caring for aging parents often means managing their money, too. On this episode of The Sandwich Generation Survival Guide, Candace Dellacona talks with Beth Pinsker—CFP, MarketWatch columnist, and author of ‘My Mother’s...more

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Florida Appeals Court Decisions Week of February 9 - 13, 2026

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U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals - O’Neal v. Am Shaman - FLSA, settlement, litigation bar - USA v. Mullings - plea withdrawal, sentencing - USA v. Hicks - felon with firearm, sentencing No decisions this...more

Dentons

Proposed Iowa Bill Would Allow Couples to Waive No-Fault Divorce Rights

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Iowa Senate File 2172 introduces optional fault-based divorce framework, raising questions about impact on families and the court system. The new bill currently under consideration in the Iowa State Legislature would...more

Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman PC

Safety as a Threshold Issue: What the New Custody Statute Requires and What It Does Not

One of the most significant changes to New Jersey’s custody statute is the legislature’s elevation of safety to a central role in custody and parenting-time determinations. The amended statute now declares that judicial...more

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What Can We Learn From Collaborative Divorce

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Collaborative Divorce is a structured legal process wherein parties resolve their disputes without going to court. The process focuses on reaching mutually agreeable solutions, while using shared neutral experts, and aiming...more

Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick & Raspanti,...

Homemaker or Breadwinner -Will I need to get a job after my divorce?

Stay-at-home parents and homemakers often ask whether they will have to get a job after divorce. The short answer is no — the court cannot order you to get a job. However, the reality is more nuanced. Depending on the support...more

Holland & Hart - The Benefits Dial

‘Til You Can’t … What’s An Employer To Do When Court Gives 401(k) To Ex-Wife

A recent decision by the Seventh Circuit highlights why employers may want to consider including a provision in their 401(k) plan that revokes a beneficiary designation to an ex-spouse if the plan does not already provide for...more

Mandelbaum Barrett PC

Elder Law, Probate Litigation and Special Needs Newsletter: January 2026 Issue

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When DNA Tests Meet Estate Plans: Surprise Heirs and the Legal Fallout - For many families, at-home DNA testing kits like 23andMe and Ancestry.com have provided fascinating insights into ancestry and genetic health. But...more

Fox Rothschild LLP

Air Tags and Listening Devices Can be Domestic Violence Too!

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Just two weeks ago, I wrote on this blog about how sometimes, it takes the law a while to catch up to technology. Specifically, I wrote about a case that held that flying a drone over your spouse’s home and remotely accessing...more

BakerHostetler

Minor Records, Major Problems: Navigating Federal and State Mandates Regarding Parental Access to Children’s Health Records

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OCR is increasing enforcement around parental access to minors’ health information, emphasizing that parents are generally entitled to access their child’s PHI under HIPAA....more

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Dear Littler: What Can We Do (Legally!) About Broken Hearts in the Workplace?

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Dear Littler: I’m a manager at a mid-sized company, and I overheard in the breakroom that two of our employees who were dating appear to have broken up, and another employee announced he is in the process of getting a...more

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First Discussion of Coercive Control in a Reported Appellate Decision Since it Was Added to the Domestic Violence Statute

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The topic of coercive control is one that rightfully has gotten a lot of attention in the last few years. It is coming up more and more as part of custody cases. Moreover, in January of 2024, New Jersey’s Domestic...more

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Flirting with Divorce: Social Media’s Silent Role in Broken Vows

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Valentine’s Day is marketed as a celebration of love—roses, cards, public tributes, and carefully curated posts declaring devotion. Yet before posting a perfectly worded caption, sending a private message, or striking up a...more

Saiber LLC

If Divorce Can Impact Tom Brady’s Career, It Can Impact Yours

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Recently, Tom Brady spoke openly about how challenging his divorce was while he was still playing professional football. In a recent interview, Brady admitted that his final season was particularly difficult because of the...more

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Finding Clarity and Joy with Wendy Elover

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In this episode of Real Talk, Real Growth, host Linda Ostovitz welcomes Wendy Elover, Joy & Clarity Strategist, author, and coach dedicated to helping high achieving professionals slow down, clear the noise, and reconnect...more

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Legal Separation: Divorce in Everything but Name

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Legal separation in Arizona is often misunderstood as a softer alternative to divorce, but in practice, it functions almost identically. Under Arizona law, a court may enter a Decree of Legal Separation if at least one spouse...more

Bowditch & Dewey

Parallel Parenting in High-Conflict Custody Matters

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Courts and family law professionals are increasingly recognizing that forced cooperation and “teamwork” where one or both parents are hostile or volatile can fuel family conflict rather than reduce it. Although research has...more

McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC

Pennsylvania considers new framework for reinstating terminated parental rights

The Pennsylvania General Assembly is considering House Bill 133, legislation that would create a long‑absent pathway for reinstating parental rights after termination. Interest in the bill has grown following recent committee...more

Blank Rome LLP

Protecting Your Family Matters: Winter 2026

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The Road to Change: How We Shape the Approach to Divorce - The decision to divorce, and the legal process that follows, can be a deeply personal and often overwhelming experience for anyone. Divorce can stem from an...more

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Smart Strategies for Family Law Clients: How to Avoid Common Mistakes and Keep Legal Costs Down

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Family law cases — from divorce to custody and property division — can be stressful and costly. However, most expensive problems are preventable. By staying organized, managing emotions, communicating clearly, and following...more

Tucker Arensberg, P.C.

Understanding How Involvement with Children and Youth Services Can Impact Your Rights

Pennsylvania takes the safety of children very seriously. If you become involved in a child abuse investigation, the consequences can be significant, affecting both your child custody rights and your ability to work....more

Stange Law Firm, PC

Avoiding digital pitfalls during divorce and family law cases

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In today’s digital age, email and social media accounts often contain important personal information — and sometimes evidence — in divorce and family law matters. While it may be tempting to access certain accounts or...more

Cozen O'Connor

From Execution to Distribution: Lessons from the BC Court of Appeal on Will Validity and Vesting

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Two recent decisions from the British Columbia Court of Appeal, Kroeger v. Bush Estate, 2026 BCCA 16, and Lewis v. Jack, 2026 BCCA 18, provide timely guidance on two recurring pressure points in estate law: the validity of a...more

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