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Where a child was living with his or her mother and adoptive father, the paternal grandparents had no right to bring an original action for grandparents visitation rights. Read more
In Re the Marriage of Lindhorst: The court said evidence showed the wife can get work and that the Husband’s maintenance obligations be reduced accordingly. Read more
In Re D.l.S. and Sidman v. Sidman: A guardianship established by parental consent can be reversed unless the guardians show it is harmful for the child. Read more
Prior to actual distribution, employer contributions to a parent’s retirement account or pension plan do not constitute gross income for child support purposes. Read more
Johnston v. Weill: The husband sought the psychiatrist's report of the wife's evaluation in the first divorce. The court decided that it was confidential. Read more
A critical look at Tensfeldt v. Haberman Supreme Court's Decision implications -- and the harm which was averted. Read more
By Laura Morgan: Case Issue: Divorce Procedure. Order in divorce proceeding denying husband's motion to disqualify wife's attorney did not affect a substantial right, and... Read more
Miller v. Miller: The impact of personal goodwill on the marital estate and a potential alimony award when one spouse owns a professional practice. Read more
An appeal from an order voiding a provision of a mediated marital settlement agreement as a result of changes in the economy. Based upon the bedrock principle of contract law—applicable as w... Read more
