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The digital age presents a complex challenge: protecting children online while also allowing free speech to continue to be a thriving marketplace of ideas. Originally published in Law360 - August 4, 2025....more
Of all the scary stories that can arise in estate planning, few scenarios are more genuinely terrifying than the chaos that unfolds when someone dies without a Will and other key estate planning documents in place. The...more
Pennsylvania could soon join the growing list of states to enact comprehensive data privacy laws, and businesses that operate in PA must take note. Earlier this month, the commonwealth’s House passed a bipartisan consumer...more
Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban Divorce: Lessons for Families - Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s divorce has shocked Hollywood. After 19 years of marriage, Kidman recently filed citing irreconcilable differences. While the...more
More often than one would like, family law attorneys confront a parent who refuses to return a child after parenting time, justifying their conduct by claiming “the child didn’t want to go.” In most jurisdictions, that...more
On October 8, 2025, the Colorado Department of Law adopted amended Colorado Privacy Act (CPA) rules related to protections of minors and their data. The amendments now head to the state’s Attorney General for approval before...more
In the wake of a lawsuit filed in federal district court in California in August—alleging that an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot encouraged a 16-year-old boy to commit suicide—a similar suit filed in September is now...more
The Department of Justice’s (DOJ) initial attempts to carry out the White House’s goal of eliminating gender-affirming health care to minors have hit substantial roadblocks. As one example, a federal court in Massachusetts...more
Alabama’s new law, Senate Bill 101 (SB101), raises the age at which minors may independently consent to medical, dental, and mental health treatment from 14 to 16 years old unless certain exceptions apply. The stated goal of...more
Divorce is a scary and daunting proposition for anyone, but for stay-at-home parents, this process can be even scarier due to financial uncertainty....more
When parents look to the future, they picture family dinners, school milestones, and graduation caps. Rarely, if ever, do parents consider what would happen if they were not able to raise their children themselves. Yet...more
On April 8, 2025, Ohio Senate Bill 174 (“SB 174”), a bill that would significantly change the way child custody matters are handled and heard by Ohio courts, was introduced in the Ohio Legislature by Senators Theresa Gavarone...more
The US Department of Justice has proposed legislation to the US Congress that would, if enacted, create a private right of action against healthcare professionals who provide gender-affirming care to children. The proposal...more
Every August, National Make-A-Will Month serves as a reminder of something most people would like to avoid. Planning for the end of life. Creating a will isn’t about dwelling on death. It is about taking control, protecting...more
The boundary between adolescence and adulthood is a construct of societal and legal importance, particularly when considering legal culpability. Given the potential legal ramifications, the placement of such a boundary should...more
It is easy to mistakenly assume that naming a guardian in estate planning documents is only critical for individuals with minor children. In reality, however, appointing a guardian is just as important for parents as it is...more
Speaking about death can be difficult but planning ahead brings peace of mind and protects loved ones from unnecessary stress. Having a professionally drafted will ensures your wishes are followed and your estate is handled...more
Losing a loved one unexpectedly is devastating, particularly when their death results from someone else’s negligence or wrongful actions. Financial hardships, including medical bills, funeral expenses, and lost income, often...more
One of the most common and emotionally charged questions people ask when facing divorce is, “Can —or should— I move out of the marital home before we have an agreement or court order?” The answer isn’t always...more
An estate plan allows a person to direct where their assets go on their death—having your estate planning in order allows your voice and your wishes to be heard. If you die without an estate plan, your wishes may not be...more
Parents are the foremost guardians in a child’s life, nourishing and protecting them during the most vulnerable stages. Parents are expected to be loving, kind and understanding of their children’s needs. However, in rare...more
Everyone should have an estate plan. Your estate plan is the roadmap in a crisis, providing guidance to loved ones on how to proceed and ensuring your wishes and goals are met. For those with young children or children with...more
Effective June 10, 2025, the U.S. Embassy and Consulates General in China have implemented important updates to the nonimmigrant visa application process for applicants under the age of fourteen. These changes are designed to...more
The U.S. Supreme Court in its 2024–25 term continued to robustly protect religious liberty under the First Amendment but retreated from core First Amendment principles in two cases involving the internet....more
Heirs, Assets, and Arguments: Why Elder Law Attorneys Are Key in Probate Litigation - Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person’s assets are distributed to heirs or beneficiaries and debts are settled....more