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Texas Lawyer

Is Drug Abuse Alone Enough to Terminate Parental Rights?

"The intricate relationship between poverty, substance abuse and termination of parental rights forms a complex and often devastating cycle," write columnists Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack.
8 minute read

Daily Business Review

'Slayer Statute' Tested and Failed as Kluger Kaplan Gets Probate Win

In legal action that could have fallen from the pages of a soap opera script, a South Florida law firm successfully defended the husband of a Miami…
4 minute read

The Recorder

Calif. Schools Prohibited From Notifying Parents of Child's Gender Identity: Legal Questions Remain

This bill will become California law in January 2025, and inevitably, other states may follow this trend and adopt similar bills. Whether one supports or opposes the new California legislation, numerous legal questions are bound to arise.
8 minute read

New York Law Journal

SCOTUS Takes an Important Step in Securing the Safety of Victims of Domestic Violence

A discussion of the recent SCOTUS decision, 'United States v. Rahimi' regarding gun ownership and domestic violence.
8 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Rote Error Correction or Unstable Question of Law: Framing Issues to Capture the Pa. Supreme Court's Attention

The question in the case was whether a prior Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision—A.S. v. I.S.—extended beyond its facts to create child support obligations in third parties who seek and obtain custody rights less than those held by a biological parent.
7 minute read

New York Law Journal

Legal Aid Society Attorney-in-Chief and CEO Looks Back on Second Year at the Helm

When she arrived at Legal Aid two years ago, Twyla Carter made it her goal to remind the public why the legal service provider matters, and to reclaim its position as critical stakeholders with a constitutional and legal mandate to exist, and integral toward furthering public safety. Going into her third year leading the organization, Carter takes stock of its recent victories.
6 minute read

New York Law Journal

In Limine Motions: What Are They and How Do They Affect Divorce?

"A motion in limine is an advisory nonbinding ruling as to the exclusion of certain evidence which is not appealable," writes Joel R. Brandes.
11 minute read

New York Law Journal

Grandparent Rights' Statute Should Be Modified to Deter Meritless Claims

Sarah Hechtman offers her view that a change in the legislation is necessary to prevent malicious (or disturbed) grandparents from forcing parents and grandchildren to endure unnecessary litigation and suffer exorbitant legal expenses.
8 minute read

Texas Lawyer

The Legal Profession Needs Some Bullying Prevention and Intervention Strategies

"The distinction between bullying behavior and proper advocacy in the courthouse hinges on respect, professionalism and adherence to ethical standards," write Elisa Reiter and Daniel Pollack.
6 minute read

New York Law Journal

Breakup Shakeup: How Couples Navigate Co-Owned Businesses

A discussion of the challenges faced by couples who co-own businesses and are going through a breakup or divorce, emphasizing the importance of careful planning and clear agreements to address issues such as decision-making, responsibilities, additional capital needs, and exit strategies.
7 minute read

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