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Turning Back the Clock: The Impact If Congress Successfully Blocks No-Fault Divorce

As an attorney with 30-plus years of experience in family law, I’ve seen nearly every reason under the sun for divorce. Currently, specific conservative segments within Congress are pushing to end no-fault divorce, which is presently legal in 17 states (California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, Oregon, Washington and Wisconsin as well

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Earned Sick and Safe Time

Amendments to Minnesota’s Earned Sick and Safe Time Law

Keeping up with legislative changes can be like trying to herd cats—just when you think you’ve got it all under control, another legislative session releases another litter of changes. Staying on top of these changes is necessary to avoid a compliance cat-astrophe! This article will cover the recent changes to the Minnesota Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law, a

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Brands on the Run: Food Truck Trademarks

Last century, when we were kids and it came to mobile food our choices were limited – there were hot dog pushcarts, the musical ice cream man truck, and maybe an occasional trailer that had been converted into a walk-away diner. In the 1970s, taco trucks started showing up on the West Coast (LA), but it was not until “The

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Field Sobriety Tests: Your Guide to Protecting Your Rights

Imagine you’re driving home after a fun evening with friends, and suddenly, you see flashing lights in your rearview mirror. A police officer pulls you over. Your heart races as you worry about the possible consequences, especially if you’re facing a second DUI offense in Arizona or another state with strict DUI laws. What do you do next?   Understanding

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Partition Actions

Partition Actions in Commercial Investments: Best Practices to Safeguard Your Interest

Commercial investments epitomize the notable financial undertakings that bring about the best returns. However, these investments come with inherent risks, specifically whenever partnership and co-ownership arrangements are involved. Disputes over the use of property, management, or even distribution of profits lead to intricate legal battles. A lawyer can help mitigate these risks, and using best practices designed to protect commercial

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prenuptial agreement

Prenuptial Agreement: What It Is, Who Needs It, What It Protects, When It’s Valid & More

Home Category Child Category Table of Contents Table of Contents Among the most common questions asked of an attorney practicing family law is whether an individual should consider a prenuptial agreement before heading into marriage. As is the case with most questions, there is no single one-size-fits all answer. Depending on the individual and his or her individual circumstances, a

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Gruyere a Common Name for a Cheese or a Trademark?

Say Cheese! Is Gruyere a Common Name for a Cheese or a Trademark?

This unsettled question has been in dispute since 2015 when two European dairy consortiums – one from Switzerland and one from France – filed an application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office seeking registration of GRUYERE as a “certification mark” for cheese. This filing did not sit well with the International Dairy Foods Association (among others), so they

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no-fault divorce

Turning Back the Clock: The Impact If Congress Successfully Blocks No-Fault Divorce

As an attorney with 30-plus years of experience in family law, I’ve seen nearly every reason under the sun for divorce. Currently, specific conservative segments within Congress are pushing to end no-fault divorce, which is presently legal in 17 states (California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, Oregon, Washington and Wisconsin as well

Read More »
Earned Sick and Safe Time

Amendments to Minnesota’s Earned Sick and Safe Time Law

Keeping up with legislative changes can be like trying to herd cats—just when you think you’ve got it all under control, another legislative session releases another litter of changes. Staying on top of these changes is necessary to avoid a compliance cat-astrophe! This article will cover the recent changes to the Minnesota Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law, a

Read More »

Brands on the Run: Food Truck Trademarks

Last century, when we were kids and it came to mobile food our choices were limited – there were hot dog pushcarts, the musical ice cream man truck, and maybe an occasional trailer that had been converted into a walk-away diner. In the 1970s, taco trucks started showing up on the West Coast (LA), but it was not until “The

Read More »

Field Sobriety Tests: Your Guide to Protecting Your Rights

Imagine you’re driving home after a fun evening with friends, and suddenly, you see flashing lights in your rearview mirror. A police officer pulls you over. Your heart races as you worry about the possible consequences, especially if you’re facing a second DUI offense in Arizona or another state with strict DUI laws. What do you do next?   Understanding

Read More »
Partition Actions

Partition Actions in Commercial Investments: Best Practices to Safeguard Your Interest

Commercial investments epitomize the notable financial undertakings that bring about the best returns. However, these investments come with inherent risks, specifically whenever partnership and co-ownership arrangements are involved. Disputes over the use of property, management, or even distribution of profits lead to intricate legal battles. A lawyer can help mitigate these risks, and using best practices designed to protect commercial

Read More »
prenuptial agreement

Prenuptial Agreement: What It Is, Who Needs It, What It Protects, When It’s Valid & More

Home Category Child Category Table of Contents Table of Contents Among the most common questions asked of an attorney practicing family law is whether an individual should consider a prenuptial agreement before heading into marriage. As is the case with most questions, there is no single one-size-fits all answer. Depending on the individual and his or her individual circumstances, a

Read More »
Gruyere a Common Name for a Cheese or a Trademark?

Say Cheese! Is Gruyere a Common Name for a Cheese or a Trademark?

This unsettled question has been in dispute since 2015 when two European dairy consortiums – one from Switzerland and one from France – filed an application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office seeking registration of GRUYERE as a “certification mark” for cheese. This filing did not sit well with the International Dairy Foods Association (among others), so they

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