Attorney-authored analysis of the latest divorce law developments, legislative changes, and court rulings across all jurisdictions.
The 28M-view 'divorce glow-up' trend can affect California spousal support under Fam. Code § 4320. What your posts reveal about income and lifestyle.
The Supreme Court of Canada's 6-3 Ahluwalia ruling creates a nationwide tort of intimate partner violence, letting survivors claim civil damages for coercive control.
Connecticut's Supreme Court ruled a law partner's discretionary retirement payments were too speculative to divide under §46b-81. Here's what it means.
Jon Pardi and wife Summer divorce after 5 years in July 2026. How Tennessee's best-interest standard and Tenn. Code § 36-6-106 govern co-parenting.
RHOBH's Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce July 6, alleging abuse and seeking a 100-yard stay-away order. What CA Family Code § 6320 means for you.
WWE star Jey Uso's wife filed for divorce in Fayette County, GA on June 24, 2026, seeking primary custody, spousal & child support. Georgia law analysis.
A July 7, 2026 L.A. order settled Charlie Sheen's $15M child support dispute for $500K. What California law says about arrears and custody credits.
Abby Elliott filed for divorce July 18, 2026, after nearly 10 years. Bill Kennedy seeks spousal support under Cal. Fam. Code § 4320.
Virginia HB 303 took effect July 1, 2026, letting spouses file immediately after separation and barring post-separation adultery as a fault ground.
Julia Garner and Mark Foster separated July 16, 2026 after 6 years. What California Family Code § 760 means for their community property split.
New York bill A8382A/S9316 would replace 'mother'/'father' with 'gestating parent' terms across family law. Effective Nov 1, 2026 if signed.
'Lost' star Maggie Grace's WA divorce, finalized Aug. 13, 2025, upheld a 2017 wedding-day prenup, waived support, and revealed a second child.
DWTS pro Gleb Savchenko's July 13 emergency custody filing tests California's UCCJEA jurisdiction rules and the Hague Convention over a Hong Kong move.
New Jersey's Kayden's Law takes effect Jan 20, 2026, requiring courts to weigh 15 best-interest factors and prioritize child safety in custody cases.
Texas HB3401 would repeal insupportability grounds in 2026. Legal analysis of the multi-state no-fault divorce repeal push under Tex. Fam. Code § 6.001.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's decade-long custody battle ends automatically as twins Knox and Vivienne turn 18 under Cal. Fam. Code § 3022.
A July 2026 Harris Poll found 53% of engaged/married Americans under 45 have a prenup. What NY's DRL § 236B means for you.
Country star RaeLynn filed for divorce June 8, 2026 in Davidson County, TN, seeking primary custody of daughter Daisy Rae. Tennessee law explained.
SK Group's Chey faces July 24 verdict on whether AI/chip stock gains split in Korea's largest divorce. What California's valuation-date rule teaches.
Comedians Tom Segura and Christina P. separate after 18 years. How California Family Code § 4320 treats long-term marriage support and co-parenting.
Mississippi HB 1662 makes 50-50 joint custody the presumption and shifts child support to an income-shares model effective July 1, 2026.
'Supergirl' star Chyler Leigh pays ex-husband Nathan West $5,000/mo spousal support for 10 years. How California income-based support law works in 2025.
California courts divide social media accounts built during marriage as community property under Fam. Code § 760. What the Stickler split means for creators.
36% of US divorces now involve adults over 50 even as the national rate falls 42% since 2000. What Florida couples need to know.
Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separate after Aug. 2023 marriage. What NY DRL § 170 no-fault divorce means for short marriages.
Courtney Robertson filed for divorce July 2026, seeking child/spousal support and final say over 3 kids. What Arizona law says about these requests.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban finalized their Tennessee divorce with zero alimony, $0 child support, and a 306/59 parenting split. A TN attorney explains.
Kristi Noem plans to divorce husband Bryon after 34 years. What South Dakota's gray-divorce law means for a 34-year marriage in 2026.
Kyra's Law (A.6194-C/S.5998) awaits Gov. Hochul's signature by year's end and would force NY courts to weigh child safety before custody. Effective 270 days after signing.
Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO finalized their 10-year marriage July 17, 2026 with a confidential Tennessee lump-sum settlement, no alimony, and non-disparagement clause.
Abby Elliott filed for divorce July 17, 2026, seeking to terminate spousal support for husband Bill Kennedy. How California Family Code § 4320 decides.
PK Kemsley accuses Dorit of letting kids' passports expire amid their L.A. divorce. What Cal. Fam. Code § 3048 says about travel and custody.
Bill C-223 passed second reading Feb 4, 2026. It would amend the Divorce Act to ban parental alienation claims and reunification therapy. Ontario impact analyzed.
Tia Mowry & Cory Hardrict modified custody 3 years post-divorce, adding a 6-month dating rule. How Cal. Fam. Code § 3022 handles it.
Denise Richards secured a 5-year DVRO against Aaron Phypers in 2026. How California DV law reshapes support, property division, and custody.
RHOBH alum Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce July 6 alleging abuse. What Cal. Fam. Code §3044 means for custody when DV is alleged.
Frankie Muniz and Paige Price announced an amicable July 2026 divorce. Here's how Arizona's ARS 25-403 handles co-parenting their son Mauz.
In Matter of Abdoch v. Abdoch (2026), NY's Court of Appeals held an Attorney for the Child may appeal a custody order for an aggrieved child.
SK Group's Chey Tae-won faces a July 24, 2026 verdict over $6B+ in stock gains. Here's how California Family Code § 760 would treat post-separation appreciation.
Virginia HB303 takes effect July 1, 2026, letting spouses file bed-and-board divorce on day one of separation—no more one-year wait for court relief.
Jake Anderson's contested WA divorce reveals a July 16, 2026 support dispute, a contested separation date, and a $1M home sale split. Legal analysis.
Julia Garner and Mark Foster separated after 6+ years. What California Family Code § 760 and no-fault rules mean for their potential divorce.
Charlie Sheen settles $500,000 in child support arrears (2011-2026). How California Family Code § 4009 enforces back support against high earners.
Utah's H.B. 463 takes effect July 1, 2026, requiring every child support order to include ongoing child-care expenses under § 81-6-209.5.
Judge Rakoff's Feb. 2026 ruling made ChatGPT and Claude logs discoverable in litigation. Here's what NY divorcing spouses must know under DRL § 236.
DWTS pro Gleb Savchenko filed a July 13 emergency custody request alleging his ex abducted their kids to Hong Kong. California UCCJEA analysis.
A 2026 Census Bureau study links parental divorce to lower income and higher incarceration. Here's how California law protects children of divorce.
California's SB 1427 lets both spouses file divorce jointly as Petitioner 1 and 2 starting January 1, 2026—expanding beyond old summary-dissolution limits.
Teddy Swims confirmed his split from Raiche Wright July 10, 2026. Under Georgia's O.C.G.A. § 19-6-15, child support applies equally to unmarried parents.
The Voice alum RaeLynn filed for divorce in Davidson County July 2026, seeking primary custody of daughter Daisy. What Tennessee parents should know.
Comedians Tom Segura and Christina P. separated July 13, 2026 after 18 years. How California's 50/50 community property law treats their YMH podcast empire.
Mississippi's HB 1662 took effect July 1, 2026, creating a rebuttable 50-50 joint custody presumption that replaces the 40-year-old Albright test.
Beartooth's Caleb Shomo and wife Fleur jointly filed for divorce in LA on July 13, 2026. What California's no-fault joint petition means.
'The Bear' star Abby Elliott filed for divorce July 17, 2026, seeking to terminate her husband's spousal support. Here's how California law handles it.
36% of divorcing Americans are now 50+ while the US rate fell to 14.2 per 1,000. What California's community property law means for gray divorce.
Louisiana's Act 605 amends R.S. 9:335 so custody 'shall be shared equally' effective Aug. 1, 2026. What it changes and what it doesn't.
Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separated after a 2023 marriage. Here's how New York's DRL § 170 handles separation vs. divorce in 2026.
Olivia Jean filed to divorce Jack White in Nashville, citing Tennessee's inappropriate marital conduct fault ground under Tenn. Code Ann. § 36-4-101.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's decade-long custody fight ended automatically July 12, 2026 when twins Knox and Vivienne turned 18 under California law.
Kristi Noem reportedly hired a Sioux Falls divorce attorney to end her 34-year marriage. What South Dakota law says about long-term divorce, fault, and property.
After finalizing divorce July 17, Jelly Roll & Bunnie Xo plan a baby via surrogate. What Tennessee law says about parentage and support post-divorce.
Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO settled their divorce July 17, 2026 with a confidential lump sum, no alimony, and split IP. What Tennessee law says.
Kyra's Law would make child-safety a threshold custody question in NY, taking effect 270 days after signing. What it changes for parents.
PK Kemsley paid $300K to stop a July 14, 2026 foreclosure and now seeks sole control of the $8M home sale. What California law says.
The Supreme Court of Canada recognized a coercive-control tort in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia (May 2026), letting IPV survivors claim civil damages nationwide.
Maggie Grace's May 2025 Washington divorce, finalized Aug. 13, 2025, shows how a prenup and RCW 26.09 create a clean, uncontested split.
Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce July 6 citing 12 years of abuse. What California Family Code says about DV, restraining orders, and custody.
TikTok star Mikayla Nogueira's divorce trial is set for July 2026 after a 2-year marriage. What her contested case reveals about Massachusetts divorce law.
Georgia's Jan 1, 2026 child support law adds parenting-time credits, low-income adjustments, and HB 253 'Ethan's Law' limits on reunification camps.
'Supergirl' star Chyler Leigh pays ex $5,000/mo alimony for 10 years plus $2,100 child support. How California's gender-neutral support law works.
Virginia's HB 303, effective July 1, 2026, lets spouses file divorce before completing separation and bars post-separation adultery claims.
Effective March 1, 2026, New York raised its child support income cap to $193,000 and maintenance cap to $241,000. Here's what it means.
Julia Garner and Mark Foster separate after 6 years (People, July 15, 2026). What California's community-property law means for their divorce.
Charlie Sheen will pay Brooke Mueller $500K to settle her $15M back child support claim. What California law says about support arrears and custody.
The 'divorce glow-up' trend passed 28M views in 2024. Here's what California Family Code § 2339's 6-month waiting period means for the reality behind the transformation.
Kristi Noem reportedly filing for divorce after 34 years. No SD court record yet. How South Dakota's fault-based divorce law handles long marriages.
Bachelor alum Courtney Robertson filed for divorce in Arizona July 11, 2026, seeking child and spousal support. Why no-fault law makes betrayal irrelevant.
DWTS pro Gleb Savchenko filed for emergency custody July 14, 2026, alleging his ex kept their daughters in Hong Kong. California and Hague law explained.
New Census/NBER study links early-childhood divorce to 9-13% lower adult income and 73% more teen births. What California family law does about it.
Signed Jan. 20, 2026, Kayden's Law ends N.J.'s 'frequent contact' custody presumption, adds 15 best-interest factors, and limits reunification therapy.
'The Voice' alum RaeLynn filed for divorce in Davidson County July 14, 2026, seeking primary custody of daughter Daisy Rae. What Tennessee law says.
Comedians Tom Segura and Christina P. separated July 2026 after 18 years. What California Family Code § 4320 says about long-term marriage support.
A new Mississippi law effective July 2026 requires judges to favor equal 50-50 parenting time in custody cases, with a family-violence exception.
Julia Garner and Mark Foster separated July 2026 after 6-year marriage. What California's date-of-separation rule means for their assets under Fam. Code § 70.
Abby Elliott filed for divorce July 17, 2026, seeking joint custody and spousal support. What California Family Code § 2339 and § 4320 mean for readers.
'The Bear' star Abby Elliott filed July 17, 2026, seeking joint custody and spousal support. A CA attorney breaks down Fam. Code § 4320.
Takecia Fatu filed for divorce from WWE's Jey Uso in Fayette County, GA on June 24, 2026. Georgia's no-fault and equitable distribution rules explained.
In 2026, Texas, Oklahoma, Indiana, South Carolina & South Dakota advanced no-fault divorce restrictions. Zero have become law. What Texans should know.
Ryan Lochte's July 1, 2026 divorce bars partners from posting kids online. What Fla. Stat. § 61.13 says about custody, support, and social media clauses.
Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separated July 8, 2026. How California Family Code § 760 divides 3 years of community property.
2026 data shows US divorce rate at a 50-year low (2.4 per 1,000) while gray divorce (50+) now drives 36% of splits. California legal analysis.
The Pitt-Jolie custody fight ends automatically July 12, 2026 under Cal. Fam. Code § 3022 when their twins turn 18 — no ruling needed.
Jelly Roll filed May 18, 2026 in Williamson County. Tennessee's 60-day cooling-off period means mid-July is the earliest legal finalization date.
Kyra's Law (A.6194-C/S.5998) passed both NY chambers June 2026, requiring threshold child-safety hearings before custody orders. Takes effect 270 days after signing.
Summer Pardi filed for divorce in Davidson County, TN on May 12, 2026, citing irreconcilable differences. What Tennessee law means for the split.
LA lawyers report 3-5 divorces weekly citing AI chatbot attachments. How California's SB 243 and no-fault law treat virtual infidelity and $2,700/mo dissipation.
The Supreme Court of Canada declined to create a family violence tort in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia (2026 SCC 16), routing abuse damages through existing torts.
Missouri's HB 1908, signed April 7, 2026, ends the pregnancy divorce ban effective August 28, 2026. Passed 147-0 and 29-0. What it means.
Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce July 6, 2026, alleging a decade of abuse. What California DVPA and Family Code § 3044 mean for custody.
California SB 711 eliminates the state spousal support tax deduction Jan 1, 2026, dropping guideline support 8-10%. What payers and recipients must know.
Frankie Muniz & Paige Price announced their divorce July 1, 2026 after 6 years. What Arizona's ARS § 25-403 means for amicable, business-entangled splits.
Virginia's HB303 removes the one-year wait to file for divorce from bed and board effective July 1, 2026, letting abuse victims file on day one.
The viral 'divorce glow-up' trend hits 10M+ views. A California attorney explains how CA Family Code § 2339's 6-month waiting period fits the transformation.
Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separate July 2026. What CA Fam. Code § 771 says about earnings after separation and dividing a 3-year marriage.
Bill C-223 passed second reading Feb 4, 2026, and would ban parental alienation evidence and mandate family violence screening. What it means for Ontario.
Aaron Phypers filed for divorce July 7, 2026, seeking spousal support from Denise Richards despite her permanent DV restraining order. What CA law says.
Kristi Noem is divorcing husband Bryon after 34 years. How South Dakota's equitable-distribution law divides property in long-duration marriages.
The Austin Court of Appeals ruled Tex. Fam. Code § 153.004(b) bars joint custody after any family violence finding — even after counseling. What it means.
Louisiana's Act 605 amends R.S. 9:335 so physical custody 'shall' be shared equally, effective August 1, 2026. What it means for parents.
North Carolina's GS 52-14 abolishes alienation of affection and criminal conversation torts effective July 1, 2026. What it means for divorce.
California's SB 1427 lets any married couple jointly petition for divorce in 2026, while AB 779 pairs DV consultants with child-welfare cases.
Courtney Robertson filed for divorce July 11, 2026 in Arizona, a no-fault state where trust betrayal doesn't affect asset division under A.R.S. § 25-318.
Teddy Swims confirmed his split from Raiche Wright July 10, 2026. Here's how Georgia law handles 50/50 custody for unmarried parents under O.C.G.A. § 19-7-25.
Colorado's HB 26-1131 would make 'best interest of the pet' the custody standard in divorce and add emergency animal protection orders.
Allianz 2026 study: 49% of divorced Americans say divorce derailed retirement. How California Family Code § 2610 and QDROs split a $268K 401(k).
Utah's HB303 (2026) defines coercive control and requires courts to weigh it in custody, plus a new evaluator-removal process under Title 81, Ch. 9, Part 5.
Mississippi's HB1662 creates a rebuttable 50-50 joint custody presumption effective July 1, 2026, amending Section 93-5-24 and adding income-shares support.
Takecia Fatu filed for divorce from WWE's Jey Uso on June 24 in Fayette County, GA, seeking primary custody. What Georgia law says.
NY bill A8382A/S9316 replaces 'mother'/'father' with 'gestating parent' across family law. Hochul signals support; effective Nov 1, 2026, touching ~150,000 cases.
A U.S. Census study of 5M children links early-childhood divorce to 9-13% lower adult income and 63% higher teen births. California legal takeaways.
Ex-NFL star Marcellus Wiley arrested July 4 in Orlando on domestic battery; $500K bank judgment July 10. What Florida law says about DV and divorce.
U.S. divorce rate fell to 2.4 per 1,000 in 2024 — lowest since the early 1970s. What the NCFMR data means for Oklahoma couples.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's custody battle ends July 12, 2026 when twins Knox and Vivienne turn 18 and age out under Cal. Fam. Code § 3022.
A 2026 Irwin Mitchell survey found 58% of crypto owners aged 18-44 are considering prenups. Here's how California Family Code § 760 treats Bitcoin in divorce.
A FL judge finalized Ryan Lochte's divorce July 1, 2026: Kayla Reid gets primary custody, $1,000/mo support, and a rare social-media privacy clause.
New Jersey's rewrite of N.J.S.A. 9:2-4 (P.L. 2025, Ch. 316) bars coercive reunification therapy and scraps the 'frequent and continuing contact' presumption.
Revised Federal Child Support Guidelines (SOR/2025-166) took effect Oct 1, 2025 — obligation now starts at $16,000, not $13,000. What Ontario parents must know.
Kristin Cavallari now has primary custody after Jay Cutler's DUI arrests. How Tennessee courts modify custody under T.C.A. § 36-6-101.
Heritage Foundation Report No. 323 urges abolishing no-fault divorce, 50-50 custody defaults, and alimony caps. What it means for Texas divorce law in 2026.
RHOBH's Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce July 6, 2026 citing abuse and $200K financial control. How California's DVPA and Fam. Code § 2030 apply.
New 2026 reporting shows AI companion attachments fueling divorce filings. Learn how California's no-fault law under Fam. Code § 2310 treats chatbot 'affairs.'
Frankie Muniz and Paige Price divorce after 6 years (July 1, 2026). How Arizona's 60-day wait & community property law handle co-owned businesses.
NY's Kyra's Law (A.6194-C/S.5998) passed June 5, 2026, requiring courts to hold safety hearings before custody orders. Effective 270 days after signing.
As of July 1, 2026, Virginia lets spouses file for bed-and-board divorce on separation grounds with no waiting period. HB 303 narrows adultery grounds.
New York courts now divide social media and creator accounts as marital property under DRL § 236(B). Learn valuation, goodwill, and buyout rules for 2026.
Dwight Howard alleges 'fertility fraud' in his Georgia divorce. Could Ga. Code § 19-4-1 annulment limit alimony? Legal analysis of the June 2026 filing.
Texas GOP, Oklahoma SB 1958 lead a 2026 push to restrict no-fault divorce. What it means for Texas under Tex. Fam. Code § 6.001.
Kristi Noem reportedly separating from husband Bryon after 34 years. How South Dakota law handles long-term marriage property and support.
Gray divorce jumped from 8% to 40% of U.S. divorces since the 1990s. 49% say it derailed retirement. What Florida law means for you.
Louisiana's Act 605 changes La. R.S. 9:335 from custody that 'should' to 'shall' be shared equally, effective August 1, 2026. What it means.
Kristi Noem is divorcing husband Bryon after 34 years per her mother's July 10 statement. How South Dakota divorce law handles long marriages.
Summer Pardi filed for divorce in Tennessee May 12, 2026, seeking primary residential parent status and alimony. What TN law says about custody and support.
New York Court of Appeals rules an Attorney for the Child can independently appeal a custody order when the child is aggrieved, even if no parent appeals.
New 2026 data shows 67% of second marriages end in divorce, with stepparent conflict swinging rates from 41% to 78%. California legal takeaways.
Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separated July 8, 2026. What New Jersey's no-fault divorce and equitable distribution laws mean for couples.
A July 2026 Harris poll finds 53% of under-45 Americans have signed a prenup, up from ~8% in the 1990s. Here's what it means under California law.
Canada's Bill C-223 advanced past second reading to ban forced reunification therapy and mandate family-violence screening under the Divorce Act.
Incarcerated ex-Goldman banker Tim Leissner filed to divorce Kimora Lee Simmons, seeking joint custody of their 11-year-old and spousal support under CA law.
Takecia Fatu filed for divorce from WWE's Jey Uso in Fayette County, GA on July 6, 2026, seeking primary custody, the marital home, and support.
Bachelor winner Courtney Robertson filed for divorce July 11 in Arizona. What A.R.S. § 25-403 means for her three children's custody.
The viral 'divorce glow-up' TikTok trend hit 28M+ views. California attorneys warn posts can trigger support modifications under Fam. Code § 4326.
Mississippi's HB 1662 makes equal joint custody the legal presumption and adopts income-shares child support, effective July 1, 2026.
Marcellus Wiley was arrested July 4, 2026 on a Florida domestic battery charge days after Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce and a restraining order.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's custody fight ends automatically July 12, 2026 when their twins turn 18 under Cal. Fam. Code § 3022.
Dak Prescott and Sarah Jane Ramos reached a temporary SAPCR settlement in Collin County, TX on the eve of their hearing. What Texas conservatorship law says.
Iowa Senate File 2172 would let couples opt out of no-fault divorce on their marriage license, requiring fault grounds or 2-year separation later.
Olivia Jean filed for divorce from Jack White in Nashville citing inappropriate marital conduct. What Tenn. Code § 36-4-101 means for your case.
Ryan Lochte's July 1, 2026 Florida divorce: $1,000/month child support, no alimony, Gainesville home to Kayla, plus a rare social-media privacy clause.
New Jersey's 2026 custody reform (P.L. 2025, Ch. 316) makes child safety a threshold issue, ends the 'frequent contact' presumption, and bans reunification therapy.
A California judge ordered Denise Richards to pay Aaron Phypers $5,000/month temporary spousal support as he claims 50% of her ~$300K/month OnlyFans income.
Jelly Roll gives Bunnie Xo the Tennessee compound in a weeks-long divorce with likely no prenup. What TN equitable distribution law means for you.
Florida's SB 1128 took effect July 1, 2026, giving shared-parenting overnights more weight in child support and rewriting paternity support rules.
Teddy Swims confirmed his split from Raiche Wright with 50/50 custody of their son. Here's how Georgia's O.C.G.A. § 19-9-3 handles unmarried parents.
Frankie Muniz and Paige Price announced their divorce July 1, 2026. Here's how Arizona's community property law (A.R.S. § 25-211) handles business brands and co-parenting.
SB 1427's Joint Petition for Dissolution (Form FL-700) lets California spouses file together Jan 1, 2026 — no service of process, $435 fee, minor kids OK.
Kyra's Law (A.6194-C/S.5998) passed NY Legislature June 5, delivered to Hochul June 15, 2026. Makes child safety a threshold custody determination.
RHOBH star Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce July 6, 2026, alleging abuse. How California Family Code § 6320 restraining orders and custody law apply.
Virginia's HB 303 lets spouses file bed-and-board divorce immediately on separation as of July 1, 2026, and narrows adultery under § 20-91.
A 2026 Census Bureau paper (5M+ children) links early-childhood divorce to 9-13% lower adult income. What it means for California families and Family Code § 3011.
In a 6-3 ruling, Canada's Supreme Court recognized a new tort of intimate partner violence, letting survivors sue for coercive control damages.
Gray divorce (age 50+) now exceeds one-third of all U.S. divorces despite a 50-year-low national rate. Florida legal analysis and 2026 takeaways.
Kristi Noem is divorcing her husband of 34 years in South Dakota. Here's how the state's equitable-distribution law handles high-asset, long-marriage splits.
Jelly Roll filed for divorce from Bunnie Xo May 18 in Williamson County, TN, citing irreconcilable differences. How Tennessee's MDA process works.
Louisiana's Act 605 amends La. R.S. 9:335 effective August 1, 2026, changing custody from 'should' to 'shall' be shared equally. What it means for parents.
Alberta's Court of King's Bench now caps contested family cases at 18 months and mandates ADR within 6 months, replacing 24-36 month backlogs.
Ontario Court of Appeal terminated $15,000/month support after retirement despite a 25-year marriage in Starra v. Starra, 2026 ONCA 405.
Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separated July 2026 after their Aug 2023 marriage. What California's 6-month waiting period and Fam. Code § 760 mean.
A July 2026 Harris Poll found 53% of engaged/married Americans under 45 signed a prenup — up from 8% in the 1990s. California legal analysis.
Attorneys urge creators to add name/image/likeness clauses to prenups. How California Family Code § 760 treats a personal brand as community property.
Takecia Fatu filed for divorce from WWE's Jey Uso on July 6, 2026 in Fayette County, GA. Why 'take half' has no legal weight under O.C.G.A. § 19-5-13.
Kristin Cavallari now has primary custody of her 3 kids with Jay Cutler. How Tennessee courts modify a 50/50 parenting plan under T.C.A. § 36-6-101.
Summer Pardi filed for divorce May 12, 2026 in Tennessee seeking primary custody. What TN Code § 36-6-106 means for parents.
Mississippi HB 1662 makes 50-50 joint custody the rebuttable presumption and rewrites child support to income-shares, effective July 1, 2026.
'Bachelor' alum Courtney Robertson filed for divorce July 11, 2026 with 3 kids. How California Family Code § 3011 custody and support rules apply.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's decade-long custody fight ends July 12, 2026 when twins Knox and Vivienne turn 18 and age out of California jurisdiction.
SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won's $973M divorce heads back to Seoul High Court. What California's Fam. Code § 760 teaches about dividing business stock.
Washington's HB 1014 raises the child support income cap from $12,000 to $50,000/month and lifts the self-support reserve to 180% of poverty. Effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Bachelor alum Courtney Robertson filed for divorce July 11, 2026. California Family Code §3011 co-parenting standards explained.
Texas Third Court of Appeals rules a family violence finding is an absolute bar to joint custody — no counseling or 52-week program can override it.
Jack Quaid and Margaret Qualley separated July 8, 2026. California offers no automatic property rights to unmarried couples under Marvin v. Marvin (1976).
Ryan Lochte's July 2026 Florida divorce: $1,000/mo child support, zero alimony, $100K tax lien. What it reveals about Fla. Stat. 61.30.
New Jersey's P.L. 2025 Ch. 316 amends R.S. 9:2-4, adding a child-safety threshold and amplifying children's custody preferences. Effective January 2026.
Bloomberg's July 2026 Harris Poll of 2,148 adults finds women driving prenup adoption. What California Family Code § 1600 means for your agreement.
27M U.S. creators face account division in divorce. How California Family Code § 760 treats a TikTok as community property.
Canada's Bill C-223 would require lawyers to screen for family violence and let judges interview children directly. What it means for Ontario divorces.
Connecticut's new child support guidelines take effect Aug 1, 2026, adding a three-parent CCSG-1A worksheet and expanding income to $312,000.
US divorce rate falls to 2.4 per 1,000 in 2026, lowest since the 1970s. Only ~41% of first marriages end in divorce. What it means for California.
RHOBH's Annemarie Wiley cites abuse in her divorce from Marcellus Wiley. How California Family Code § 6320 and § 4325 treat domestic violence.
Virginia's HB 303 took effect July 1, 2026, letting residents file bed-and-board divorce on day one of separation, ending the one-year wait.
Florida SB 1128 requires temporary parenting-plan hearings within 30 days as of July 1, 2026, and streamlines paternity for unmarried fathers.
Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia, 2026 SCC 16 recognizes a new tort of intimate partner violence, letting survivors claim damages within Ontario divorce proceedings.
Divorce for adults 65+ tripled since 1990 per BGSU data. What Florida's alimony and equitable distribution laws mean for gray divorce.
Missouri's HB 1908 takes effect Aug 28, 2026, barring courts from delaying divorce during pregnancy. Passed unanimously 147-0. What it means.
Frankie Muniz and Paige Price announced divorce July 1, 2026 after 6 years. How Arizona law handles co-parenting and shared businesses like Muniz Racing.
Louisiana's Act 605 makes equal 50-50 custody the baseline Aug 1, 2026, changing 'should' to 'shall.' What parents need to know.
Utah H.B. 463 takes effect July 1, 2026, requiring every child support order to address ongoing child care costs under Section 81-6-209.5.
Kyra's Law (A.6194-C/S.5998) awaits Gov. Hochul's signature, making child safety a threshold custody question. Takes effect 270 days after signing.
Summer Pardi filed for divorce from Jon Pardi May 12, 2026 in Davidson County. What Tennessee's 60-day waiting period and TCA § 36-4-101 mean.
Jelly Roll filed for divorce from Bunnie Xo May 18, 2026 in Williamson County, TN. How Tennessee law handles surrogacy and co-parenting mid-divorce.
On July 8, 2026, Shia LaBeouf moved to compel arbitration in FKA twigs' suit to void her 2020 settlement NDA under California's STAND Act.
Takecia Fatu filed for divorce from WWE's Jey Uso on July 6, 2026, seeking primary custody and the Georgia home. What GA law says.
Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separated July 8, 2026. What California's Family Code § 760 community property rules mean for high-earners.
Idaho's Isaiah's Law takes effect July 1, 2026, letting courts pause visitation when abuse is substantiated. What Idaho families need to know.
Viral 'Divorce Dust' glitter trend tops 180M views. Under California Family Code § 2335, proof of cheating is legally irrelevant in a no-fault state.
Ontario Court of Appeal (2026 ONCA 405) upholds ending $15,000/month support after retirement — the 'Starra Effect' explained.
Supergirl star Chyler Leigh pays ex $5,000/month alimony for 10 years plus $993K in assets. How Tennessee handles higher-earning-spouse support.
California Family Code § 3022 dissolves all Pitt-Jolie custody orders on July 12, 2026 when twins Knox and Vivienne turn 18 — no hearing required.
The viral 'divorce glow-up' trend has 28M+ TikTok views. Under Cal. Fam. Code § 2100, pre-finalization posts can become evidence of hidden assets.
Mississippi's HB 1662 took effect July 1, 2026, making equal 50-50 joint custody the rebuttable legal presumption in divorce. What it means.
Bachelor's Courtney Robertson filed for divorce July 11, 2026 after her Oct 2020 Sedona marriage. How Arizona's 50/50 community property law applies.
A 2026 Austin Court of Appeals ruling confirms Tex. Fam. Code § 153.004(b) permanently bars joint managing conservatorship after a family violence finding.
A July 2026 Harris Poll found 53% of engaged/married Americans under 45 have a prenup. What it means under California Family Code § 1610.
Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separated July 2026 before their 3rd anniversary. What CA Family Code § 760 means for their assets.
Georgia's SB 454 second phase takes effect July 2026, making parenting time a direct input on the child support worksheet under O.C.G.A. § 19-6-15.
Ryan Lochte and Kayla Reid finalized their Florida divorce July 1, 2026 — $1,000/month child support, primary custody to Reid, and a social-media privacy clause.
P.L. 2025 Ch. 316 (eff. Jan. 20, 2026) deletes NJ's 'frequent contact' presumption, adds 15 best-interest factors under N.J.S.A. 9:2-4.
Marcellus Wiley arrested July 4 weekend in Florida on DV allegations; wife Annemarie files divorce July 6. How Fla. Stat. § 741.30 protective orders work.
UFC champ Ilia Topuria's $3.5M divorce blocked his ex-wife's Miami move with their daughter. How Fla. Stat. 61.13001 handles relocation.
Margaret Qualley's rep denied infidelity in her July 2026 split from Jack Antonoff. Here's why cheating rarely affects New Jersey divorce outcomes under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-2.
RHOBH's Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce July 2026 alleging abuse. How California Family Code § 6320 restraining orders and DV support bans work.
Dwight Howard alleges 'fertility fraud' in his Georgia divorce, wins a 2nd protective order and sole use of his mansion. What GA law says about fraud annulment.
Virginia HB 303 lets spouses file bed-and-board divorce on day one of separation starting July 1, 2026, unlocking early support and custody orders.
Olivia Jean filed for divorce from Jack White June 3 in Nashville citing inappropriate marital conduct. What Tennessee's Tenn. Code § 36-4-101 means for you.
NCFMR data shows the 2024 US divorce rate fell to 14.2 per 1,000 married women—a 50-year low. Oklahoma ranks 3rd-highest at 20.7.
Bill C-223, introduced Jan 2026, would mandate lawyer family-violence screening and let judges interview children directly. Ontario impact explained.
Frankie Muniz & Paige Price announced divorce July 1, 2026. Here's how Arizona's 60-day waiting period and joint legal decision-making apply.
Gray divorce (age 50+) hit 36% of U.S. divorces in 2026, up from 8.7% in 1990. What California Family Code means for older couples splitting.
WWE star Jey Uso's wife filed for divorce in Georgia after 12 years, seeking the marital home, support & fees. What GA equitable distribution really means.
In Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia, 2026 SCC 16, the Supreme Court of Canada recognized a new tort of intimate partner violence in a 6-3 ruling. What it means for Ontario.
Kyra's Law passed both NY chambers June 15, 2026, mandating safety hearings before custody orders. Takes effect ~270 days after signing.
North Carolina's SB 836, effective July 1, 2026, lets domestic violence victims divorce without the 6-month wait and abolishes alienation-of-affection claims.
Connecticut's revised child support guidelines take effect August 1, 2026, changing how courts calculate income under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46b-215a.
Takecia Fatu filed for divorce from WWE's Jey Uso on July 6, 2026, seeking exclusive use of their Georgia home plus child and spousal support.
Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce July 6, 2026 and won an emergency DV restraining order under Cal. Fam. Code § 6320. What CA law says.
Summer Pardi filed for divorce in Davidson County on May 12, 2026, seeking primary residential parent status. What Tennessee law says.
Convicted 1MDB banker Tim Leissner seeks joint custody, spousal support from prison. How Cal. Fam. Code §§ 3040, 4320 handle incarceration and tainted assets.
Louisiana Act 605 changes La. R.S. 9:335 from 'should' to 'shall' share custody equally, effective August 1, 2026. What it means for parents.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's custody battle ends automatically July 12, 2026 when twins turn 18 under Cal. Fam. Code § 3022.
In Starra v. Starra (2026 ONCA 405), Ontario's Court of Appeal confirmed genuine retirement can end compensatory spousal support after a 25-year marriage.
Bunnie XO keeps the Nashville compound in her divorce from Jelly Roll, settled weeks after his May 18 Williamson County filing. Tennessee law explained.
LegalShield study: 39% of Millennials have prenups vs 4% of Boomers. Student loan holders 6x more likely to sign. California law explained.
Kristy Scott filed for divorce citing adultery in Harris County after 11 years. How Texas fault-based divorce affects property, business, and name change.
Mississippi's HB 1662 creates a rebuttable 50-50 joint custody presumption on July 1, 2026, replacing the Albright best-interest default.
Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separated July 8, 2026. How New York's DRL § 236 handles short, childless, high-earner divorces.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban finalized their divorce in Nashville after nearly 20 years. How Tennessee's 60-day waiting period and equitable distribution shaped it.
Bloomberg's July 2026 report shows prenups surging as ~50% of U.S. adults would sign one. What Cal. Fam. Code § 1615 requires.
New Jersey's P.L. 2025 Chapter 316 amends R.S. 9:2-4, making child safety a threshold custody question above the shared-parenting presumption. Effective immediately.
In Stewart v. Vindel (July 9, 2026), Florida's high court ruled judges can award prejudgment interest to equitably divide marital assets. What it means.
Bloomberg/Harris Poll: 53% of Americans under 45 signed prenups in 2026, with women initiating. What California Family Code § 1615 requires.
Ryan Lochte and Kayla Reid finalized their Florida divorce July 1, 2026: $1,000/mo child support, primary custody to Reid, plus a social-media privacy clause.
David Geffen settled his no-prenup divorce from Donovan Michaels after 23 months. What Cal. Fam. Code § 760 means for high-net-worth splits.
A July 2026 Harris poll of 2,148 adults found 53% of engaged/married Americans under 45 signed a prenup. What it means for California.
Virginia HB 303 lets spouses file divorce from bed and board immediately on separation starting July 1, 2026. No one-year wait, no fault required.
Utah's family code moves from Title 30 to Title 81 on July 1, 2026, and HB 463 mandates child-care cost provisions in every child-support order.
Olivia Jean filed for divorce from Jack White in Nashville citing inappropriate marital conduct under Tenn. Code § 36-4-101. What it means.
Anna Wintour's daughter Bee Shaffer filed for divorce after 8 years. Here's how New York's equitable distribution handles high-net-worth splits with one child.
Frankie Muniz & Paige Price announced divorce July 1, 2026. Their AZ-Nashville split raises UCCJEA home-state questions under A.R.S. § 25-1031.
A 2026 Census Bureau study of 5M children found divorce reduces adult income by 9-13%. What California law does to soften the financial blow.
Takecia Fatu filed for divorce from WWE's Jey Uso July 6, 2026 in Georgia, seeking primary custody, the family home, and support. A GA attorney explains.
Washington's EHB 1014 expands the child support economic table cap from $12,000 to $50,000 combined monthly income, effective 2026.
New York's A8382A/S9316 replaces 'mother,' 'father,' and 'paternity' across family law. Awaits Hochul's signature; effective Nov. 1, 2026 if signed.
The Supreme Court of Canada recognized a compensable tort of intimate partner violence in Ahluwalia (2026), letting survivors sue for coercive control.
Connecticut's new child support guidelines add a three-parent CCSG-1A worksheet and expand income schedules to $312,000/year, effective August 1, 2026.
A 2026 Fidelity study of 3,193 adults found 34% of Gen Z keep finances separate and 1 in 4 have a prenup. What it means for California divorce.
Kyra's Law (A.6194-C) awaits Gov. Hochul's signature by end of 2026. It makes child safety a threshold custody question, effective 270 days after signing.
The viral 'alpine divorce' trend has 15M+ TikTok posts. How California treats abandonment, coercive control, and reckless endangerment in divorce.
TikTok star Mikayla Nogueira heads to divorce trial 5 months after filing. Why MA divorces take 12-14 months and cost $12,500 avg.
Chyler Leigh's July 2026 divorce settlement: $5,000/mo alimony for 10 years plus $2,100 child support. What California law says about breadwinner-wife support.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's decade-long custody fight ends automatically July 12, 2026 when their twins turn 18 under Cal. Fam. Code § 3022.
Summer Pardi filed for divorce in TN May 12, 2026, seeking primary custody and support. What Tennessee's PRP and alimony laws mean for her case.
Jelly Roll & Bunnie Xo settled their TN divorce in ~3 weeks with a 3-house compound. What TN law says about fast, uncontested property splits (2026).
A viral 'divorce glow up' trend hit 10M+ TikTok views. Here's what California Family Code § 2339 and social media law actually mean for your divorce.
Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separated July 2026 after 3 years. What NY's DRL § 236 equitable distribution means for short, childless marriages.
Louisiana's Act 605 makes equal physical custody the legal default starting August 1, 2026, shifting 'should' to 'shall be shared equally.'
Mississippi's HB 1662 creates a rebuttable 50-50 joint custody presumption effective July 1, 2026, amending Miss. Code § 93-5-24. What it means.
New 2026 data shows 40% of divorces involve adults 50+ and those 65+ are the only rising group. What it means under California law.
Tim Leissner filed for divorce from prison after 12 years, seeking joint custody and spousal support. What California Family Code says about incarcerated spouses.
LA judge approved a $500K back child support settlement July 9, 2026, ending Brooke Mueller's $15.3M claim against Charlie Sheen. California law explained.
California SB 1427 lets any couple file one joint dissolution petition (Form FL-700) starting January 1, 2026, ending petitioner-vs-respondent divorce.
RHOBH's Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce July 6, 2026, seeking sole custody + restraining order. How California Family Code handles DV allegations.
Ryan Lochte and Kayla Reid's divorce was finalized July 1, 2026. Kayla gets primary custody of 3 kids and $1,000/mo support under Florida law.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban finalized their Tennessee divorce with 306-day primary custody, $0 alimony via a 2006 prenup. What it means under TN law.
Colorado's high court takes up In re Marriage of Clark to decide if a $108,000 maintenance deal survives remarriage under C.R.S. § 14-10-122.
Effective July 1, 2026, Virginia allows a bed-and-board divorce with no waiting period to file when spouses live separate and apart. What it means.
South Carolina's Equal Parenting Act (H.4622/S.901) stalls in Judiciary Committee after Chief Justice Kittredge warns a 50-50 custody presumption ties judges' hands.
New Jersey's Kayden's Law (P.L. 2025, Ch. 316) ends the frequent-contact presumption, expands best-interest factors to 15, and makes child safety the threshold custody question.
Ontario Court of Appeal ends spousal support at retirement after $2.1M paid over a 25-year marriage. What the June 16, 2026 Starra ruling means.
Texas, Oklahoma & Louisiana lawmakers push to restrict no-fault divorce. Learn how Tex. Fam. Code § 6.001 works and what repeal could mean for you.
Frankie Muniz and Paige Price announced their divorce July 1 after 6 years. Here's how Arizona's A.R.S. § 25-403 governs their son's custody.
WWE star Jey Uso's wife filed for divorce July 6, 2026, seeking custody and their Georgia home. What Georgia's O.C.G.A. § 19-9-3 means for you.
Alberta's new Family Focused Protocol lets parties file interim applications at their first meeting with a justice, using one 60-minute hearing to cut costs.
Florida Supreme Court's July 9, 2026 Stewart v. Perdomo Vindel ruling revives Canakaris discretion under Ch. 61 equitable distribution law.
Kristin Cavallari says she paid Jay Cutler half of Uncommon James in their 2022 Tennessee divorce. What Tenn. Code § 36-4-121 actually requires.
Olivia Jean filed for divorce from Jack White on June 3 in Nashville, citing inappropriate marital conduct and seeking alimony under Tennessee law.
May 15, 2026: Supreme Court of Canada recognizes new tort of intimate partner violence. Survivors can sue for coercive control without physical assault.
US divorce rate falls to 2.4 per 1,000 (lowest since 1970), but gray divorce (50+) now hits 36% of all splits. What it means for California.
A 2026 Bloomberg/Harris Poll found 53% of engaged/married Americans under 45 have a prenup. What California's Family Code § 1615 means for you.
A Census Bureau study of 5M children found divorce in early childhood cuts adult income 9-13%. What California parents should know about support and custody.
Bill C-223 (Jan 2026) would mandate lawyer family violence screening under the Divorce Act and let judges interview children directly. Ontario impact explained.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's decade-long custody war ends July 12, 2026 when their twins turn 18 and age out of Cal. Fam. Code § 3022 jurisdiction.
NY's Kyra's Law (A.6194-C) passed June 5, 2026, forcing courts to weigh abuse before custody. Effective 270 days after signing.
Connecticut's new child support guidelines take effect Aug 1, 2026: income cap rises to $312,000/year and a first-in-nation three-parent worksheet debuts.
Kristi Noem is divorcing husband Bryon after 34 years. How SDCL § 25-4-2 and equitable distribution govern this Castlewood, SD split.
A 2026 TikTok trend pushed Gen Z prenup adoption to 41% vs 20% nationally, adding creator-economy clauses over who owns social followers in a California divorce.
Effective March 1, 2026, New York raised its child support income cap to $193,000 and maintenance payor cap to $241,000. What it means for divorcing couples.
Mississippi's new equal-parenting-time law creates a rebuttable 50-50 custody presumption for divorce cases filed after July 1, 2026. What it means.
Billionaire David Geffen ($9.3B) settled his no-prenup divorce from Donovan Michaels after 23 months. What California Fam. Code §§ 4336, 4320 mean for you.
Massachusetts' Cavanagh v. Cavanagh dual-calculation method dismantles the 50% support ceiling — combined alimony and child support can reach 60% for high earners.
Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separated after 3 years. Here's how New Jersey divorce law would handle their 2023 marriage under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-2.
Austin Court of Appeals in H. v. N. rules any family violence finding bars joint managing conservatorship under Tex. Fam. Code § 153.004(b) — even after a 52-week program.
Gray divorce keeps climbing as overall rates fall to record lows. Women over 60 lose 45% of wealth. What Florida law means for over-50 splits.
Summer Pardi filed for divorce May 12 in Davidson County, TN, seeking primary custody of two daughters. What Tennessee law says about her petition.
Ryan Lochte & Kayla Reid finalized their Florida divorce July 1, 2026: $1,000/month child support, primary custody, and a child-privacy clause explained.
Louisiana's Act 605 changes custody law from 'should' to 'shall be shared equally' effective Aug. 1, 2026. What it means for new divorce cases.
California's SB 1427 lets all married couples jointly petition for divorce regardless of assets, marriage length, or children. What it means for 2026.
Effective July 1, 2026, Virginia's HB303 amends Va. Code § 20-95 to let spouses file bed and board divorce immediately upon separation—no waiting period.
Jelly Roll & Bunnie XO settled their Williamson County divorce in weeks. How Tennessee's irreconcilable differences law makes fast, amicable splits possible.
North Carolina SB 836 would cut the 1-year separation to 6 months, allow immediate DV divorce, and abolish alienation of affection torts.
Jack Quaid and Margaret Qualley separated July 8, 2026. What California's 6-month waiting period and community property rules mean for short marriages.
Frankie Muniz and Paige Price divorce after 6 years (July 2026). How Arizona's 60-day waiting period and joint legal decision-making apply.
Takecia Fatu filed for divorce from WWE's Jey Uso July 6, 2026, after 12 years. What Georgia law says about custody, support, and the marital home.
Idaho's SB 1257 took effect July 1, 2026, letting courts deny in-person visitation when sexual or severe physical abuse is substantiated. What it means for divorcing parents.
Iowa Senate File 2172 would let couples waive no-fault divorce at licensing, requiring proof of fault. What it means for Iowa divorce law in 2026.
New Jersey's Kayden's Law now requires judges to weigh 15 best-interest factors with child safety paramount over parental contact. What it means.
Utah court rejected Tate Paul's June 30 emergency restraining order and sole custody request, citing inadmissible hearsay under Utah Code § 30-3-10.
Colorado's high court will decide in In re Marriage of Clark whether vague agreement language overrides the rule that maintenance ends at remarriage.
South Korea's largest divorce resumes after the Supreme Court overturned a $972M split. What New York's equitable distribution law says about inherited wealth.
Kristin Cavallari claims she got $0 from Jay Cutler and bought out Uncommon James in cash. How Tennessee equitable distribution law handles business buyouts.
Olivia Jean filed for divorce from Jack White June 3, 2026, citing Tennessee fault ground T.C.A. § 36-4-101. What it means for alimony and property.
May 15, 2026: Supreme Court of Canada creates nationwide tort of coercive control in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia. Survivors can claim $50K-$150K without a criminal conviction.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's custody orders expire automatically July 12, 2026 under Cal. Fam. Code § 3022 when their twins turn 18.
Anna Wintour's daughter Bee Shaffer, 38, splits from Francesco Carrozzini after 8 years. What NY equitable distribution and custody law says.
Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce July 6, 2026 after Marcellus Wiley's July 4 domestic battery arrest, winning a temporary DVRO and sole custody under CA law.
NY's Kyra's Law (A.6194-C) reached Hochul's desk June 15, 2026, forcing courts to run a safety test before any custody order. Effective 270 days after signing.
Ex-Goldman banker Tim Leissner filed to divorce Kimora Lee Simmons days before his 2-year prison term. What CA Family Code says about incarceration and support.
Ontario's Court of Appeal terminated spousal support at retirement after $2.1M paid over 11 years. What the 'Starra Effect' means for long marriages.
WWE star Jey Uso's wife filed for divorce in Fayette County, GA on June 24, 2026. What Georgia law says about custody, support, and the marital home.
John Paulson's $4.7B New York divorce settlement resolves ex-wife Jenny's $1B fraud suit over concealed trust assets in a prenup-free 21-year marriage.
A CA judge ordered Denise Richards to pay $5,000/month spousal support. Her ex claims 50% of her OnlyFans income and IP rights to her photos.
Emily Stofle sues David Lynch's estate over an unsigned divorce deed (July 10, 2026). How Cal. Fam. Code § 2337 handles death before transfer.
Louisiana's 2026 shared-parenting law, sponsored by seven Democrats, became law unsigned. What it means for custody under La. R.S. 9:335.
Washington's EHB 1014 quadruples the child support income cap from $12K to $50K/month effective Jan 1, 2026, and is the first state to deduct PFML premiums.
Summer Pardi filed for divorce in Davidson County, TN on May 12, 2026, seeking primary custody and alimony. What Tennessee law says about her case.
Gov. Reeves signed HB 1662 on April 8, 2026, creating a rebuttable 50-50 joint custody presumption effective July 1, replacing the Albright test.
Divorce among Americans 65+ has tripled since 1990. Here's how Florida's alimony, QDRO, and Social Security rules affect gray divorce.
People confirmed Jack Quaid and Margaret Qualley separated July 8, 2026 after 3 years. How California's 6-month residency rule decides jurisdiction.
Virginia HB 303 (eff. July 1, 2026) lets spouses file bed-and-board divorce on day one of separation and narrows adultery under Va. Code § 20-91.
Ryan Lochte & Kayla Reid finalized their Florida divorce July 1, 2026: primary custody, $1,000/mo child support, no alimony, social-media privacy clause.
Alexandra Daddario filed for divorce in NY after marrying in New Orleans in 2022. Here's how NY's 1-year residency rule under DRL § 230 works.
Jelly Roll filed for divorce in Williamson County, TN on May 18. What Tennessee law says about embryos, surrogacy, and co-parenting after divorce.
Massachusetts' Cavanagh v. Cavanagh eliminates the informal 50% cap—combined alimony and child support can reach 55-60% of income in 2026.
Kristin Cavallari says she got $0 and bought Jay Cutler out of Uncommon James. Here's how Tennessee's Tenn. Code § 36-4-121 handles business buyouts.
Frankie Muniz and Paige Price announced their divorce July 1, 2026. What their amicable split means under Arizona's 60-day waiting period and co-parenting law.
A July 2026 Harris Poll found 53% of engaged/married Americans under 45 signed a prenup. What California Family Code § 1615 means for you.
Austin Court of Appeals rules Tex. Fam. Code § 153.004(b) bars joint custody after any family violence finding — no rehabilitation exception, even after a 52-week program.
Georgia's SB 454 makes court-ordered parenting time a direct child support worksheet adjustment as of July 2026. Here's what changed and who benefits.
BGSU 2024 data: U.S. divorce rate hits 50-year low of 14.2, but Oklahoma leads nation at 20.7 per 1,000 married women. What it means legally.
People confirmed the Quaid-Qualley separation July 8, 2026. What California's 6-month waiting period and community property law mean for couples like them.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban finalized their Tennessee divorce in ~4 months with no alimony, $0 child support, and a 2006 prenup. What it means legally.
Kristin Cavallari now has primary custody of her 3 kids, breaking the 2022 50/50 deal. How Tennessee law modifies parenting plans under T.C.A. § 36-6-101.
Olivia Jean filed for divorce from Jack White June 3, 2025 in Nashville, citing 'inappropriate marital conduct' under Tenn. Code § 36-4-101.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's decade-long custody fight ends July 12, 2026 when twins turn 18 and age out under Cal. Fam. Code § 3022.
Margaret Qualley separated from Jack Antonoff July 2026 with no divorce filed. What NJ's no-waiting-period and separation rules mean for you.
The Supreme Court of Canada (2026 SCC 16) recognized a new tort of intimate partner violence in a 6-3 ruling, reshaping family damages nationwide.
Annemarie Wiley's July 6 divorce filing alleging abuse triggers California Family Code § 3044 custody presumption after Marcellus Wiley's July 4 arrest.
Kyra's Law (A.6194-C/S.5998) passed NY's Legislature June 15, 2026, forcing safety hearings before custody orders. Takes effect 270 days after signing.
Ontario Court of Appeal upholds ending spousal support after retirement in Starra v. Starra (2026 ONCA 405) — $2.1M paid over 11 years satisfied the claim.
Takecia Fatu filed for divorce from WWE's Jey Uso on July 6, 2026, seeking primary custody, the Georgia home & support. Georgia divorce law explained.
California SB 711 makes spousal support fully tax-neutral for state and federal purposes on agreements after Dec 31, 2025. Here's what it means.
Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce July 6, 2026 with a DV restraining order granting sole custody. How Cal. Fam. Code § 3044 drives custody.
WWE star Jey Uso's wife filed for divorce in Georgia seeking property, custody, and support. Here's how O.C.G.A. § 19-5-13 actually works.
In a 4-1 ruling (Stewart v. Vindel), the Florida Supreme Court authorized prejudgment interest in equitable distribution. What it means for 2026.
A Utah judge ordered Taylor Frankie Paul to pass drug and alcohol testing to regain unsupervised parenting time in July 2026. What Utah law says.
Summer Pardi filed for divorce May 12, 2026, seeking primary custody and spousal support. How Tennessee law handles both, explained.
Margaret Qualley and Jack Antonoff separated July 2026 after a 2023 marriage. How New Jersey's no-fault divorce and alimony rules would apply.
New July 2026 analysis: gray divorce is 36% of U.S. divorces, women initiate 66% and see a 45% income drop. What California law means for age-50+ splits.
Gov. Reeves signed HB 1662, creating a rebuttable 50-50 joint custody presumption effective July 1, 2026, replacing the 40-year-old Albright test.
Virginia HB 303 takes effect July 1, 2026, letting either spouse file a bed-and-board divorce immediately on separation—no waiting period, no fault required.
Ryan Lochte and Kayla Reid's divorce finalized July 1, 2026: $1,000/month child support, no alimony, and a rare social-media privacy clause.
Louisiana Act 605 amends R.S. 9:335 effective Aug. 1, 2026, changing custody from 'should' to 'shall' be shared equally—creating a strong 50/50 presumption.
Arizona Court of Appeals rules the FERS Annuity Supplement and post-divorce COLAs are divisible marital property. What Merkley v. Merkley means for 2.2M federal workers.
New BGSU data shows divorce among Americans 65+ tripled from 1990-2021. What Florida's alimony and QDRO laws mean for late-life divorce.
Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo settled their Williamson County divorce in under 3 weeks. What their fast MDA reveals about Tennessee uncontested divorce.
Family lawyers urge creators to add TikTok, YouTube & Instagram to prenups. In California, accounts built during marriage are community property under Fam. Code § 760.
Signed Jan. 20, 2026, New Jersey's Kayden's Law ends the contact presumption, expands best-interest factors to 15, and restricts reunification therapy.
Washington's EHB 1014 quadrupled the child support income cap from $12,000 to $50,000/month effective Jan 1, 2026. What it means for high earners.
Frankie Muniz and Paige Price divorce after 6 years (announced July 1, 2026). How Arizona law handles co-parenting, relocation & social media in custody.
RHOBH alum Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce July 6, 2026, seeking custody, support, and a 100-yard restraining order. How Cal. Fam. Code § 3044 applies.
Missouri HB 1908, signed April 2026, ends the state's de facto 'pregnancy pause' on finalizing divorces. Effective Aug. 28, 2026.
Connecticut's Aug 1, 2026 child support reform adds a three-parent framework, extends income to $312,000, and counts PFML as income.
Annemarie Wiley filed for divorce and a restraining order July 6, 2026 after Marcellus Wiley's arrest. What CA Family Code § 6320 means for DV cases.
Austin Court of Appeals rules in H. v. N. (2026) that a family violence finding permanently bars joint managing conservatorship under Tex. Fam. Code § 153.004(b).
Bill C-223 passed second reading Feb 4, 2026, backed by 300 groups. It would bar parental alienation evidence in family court absent family violence findings.
California ends jurisdiction over children at 18 under Fam. Code § 3022. The Pitt-Jolie custody dispute dissolves automatically July 12, 2026.
Georgia SB 454 makes the parenting-time adjustment mandatory and raises the income cap to $40,000/month effective January 1, 2026. What it means.
Attorneys dissect Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce's reported prenup. How New York's DRL § 236B treats IP, songwriting rights & asymmetric wealth in 2026.
Kyra's Law (A.6194-C) passed both NY chambers June 15, 2026, making child safety a threshold custody test. What it means for parents.
Utah Court of Appeals rules a July 2026 divorce decree awarding a marital home stays enforceable after a spouse's death mid-process. What it means.
Takecia Fatu filed to divorce WWE's Jey Uso July 6, 2026, seeking primary custody & support under Georgia law. What O.C.G.A. § 19-9-3 means for you.
Alberta's Family Focused Protocol (effective Jan 2, 2026) mandates ADR before contested hearings and caps divorce resolution at 18 months. What it means.
New York's Chapter 673 took effect March 1, 2026, cutting separation-based divorce from 1 year to 6 months under DRL §170(5)-(6).
Colorado's Supreme Court will decide in In re Marriage of Clark whether spousal maintenance ends automatically on remarriage under C.R.S. 14-10-122.
In a 6-3 ruling, the Supreme Court of Canada recognized a standalone tort of intimate partner violence in Ahluwalia, opening a civil damages path for Ontario divorce litigants.
North Carolina's S 626 (2025-2026) would halve the divorce separation period to 6 months and let DV victims skip it entirely. What it means.
Tim Leissner's April 2026 divorce filing from Kimora Lee Simmons shows how federal forfeiture reshapes community property under Cal. Fam. Code § 760.
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban finalized their Nashville divorce with $0 child support, no alimony, and a 306/59-day parenting split. Tennessee law explained.
Massachusetts SJC's Cavanagh ruling scraps the 50% income cap. Combined alimony + child support can now reach 55-60% of gross income under G.L. c. 208, § 53.
Mississippi's HB 1662 creates a rebuttable 50-50 joint custody presumption and income-shares child support, effective July 1, 2026.
California SB 711 ends the state alimony tax deduction for orders on or after Jan 1, 2026. Guideline software now calculates support 8-10% lower.
Virginia HB 303 lets either spouse file a bed and board divorce immediately on separation—no waiting period. Effective July 1, 2026.
July 2026 Bowling Green data brief finds divorce rate for Americans 65+ tripled since 1990. What it means under California Family Code § 4336 and § 2610.
56% of married Americans say divorce would derail retirement as gray divorce rises to 36% of splits. California QDRO and support rules explained.
A CA judge granted Rumer Willis primary physical custody of daughter Louetta on June 11, 2026. How Family Code § 3011 abuse allegations shape custody.
Newfoundland and Labrador's Bill 12 passed third reading in 2026, replacing 'custody' and 'access' with 'decision-making responsibility' and 'parenting time.'
Olivia Jean filed for divorce from Jack White June 3, 2026 in Nashville, citing Tennessee's 'inappropriate marital conduct' fault ground and seeking alimony.
California treats a monetized TikTok built during marriage as community property under Fam. Code § 760. Attorneys now urge NIL prenup clauses and LLCs.
Miami billionaire Mike Fernandez seeks to enforce a $1M wedding-day prenup against a ~$1B estate after 25 years. How Fla. Stat. § 61.079 decides.
Frankie Muniz and Paige Price divorce after 6 years. What Arizona's co-parenting and business-division laws mean for their case. July 2026.
Washington's EHB 1014 raises the child support economic table to $50,000/month combined income effective January 1, 2026 — here's what changes.
Summer Pardi filed for divorce in Tennessee May 12, 2026, two months before the public split. What TN's irreconcilable differences law means.
Jelly Roll filed for divorce from Bunnie Xo in Williamson County, TN (May 9, 2026 separation). What Tennessee law says about surrogacy custody post-filing.
Louisiana's Act 605 changes one word in R.S. 9:335, making equal 50/50 physical custody the presumptive default for cases filed after Aug. 1, 2026.
A CA judge ordered Denise Richards to pay Aaron Phypers $5K/month support despite a 2030 restraining order. What Family Code § 4320 means for you.
A study of 343,181 couples found female same-sex couples divorce most; intermarriage destabilizes unions. What it means under California law.
New Jersey's Kayden's Law amends R.S. 9:2-4, making child safety a threshold custody issue and barring forced reunification therapy. Effective 2026.
US divorce rate fell to 14.2 per 1,000 married women in 2024, lowest since 1970. What California residents should know about the data.
The 10-year Pitt-Jolie custody fight ends July 12, 2026 when twins turn 18 and age out of California jurisdiction under Cal. Fam. Code § 3022.
Attorneys dissect what Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce's prenup must contain to protect her $2.1B fortune. NY DRL § 236 analysis of separate property and IP.
Canada's Bill C-223 passed second reading Feb. 4, 2026 — would bar parental alienation claims and reunification therapy orders under the Divorce Act.
Connecticut's new child support guidelines take effect Aug 1, 2026: three-parent worksheet, $312K income cap, SSDI arrears credits. What CT families need to know.
H.R. 6903 would mandatorily revoke passports for parents owing over $2,500 in child support starting Oct. 1, 2026. What Texas parents need to know.
Gen Z and Millennial couples cite 'financial future faking' as a top divorce cause. Here's how California Family Code §§ 1615 & 721 govern the surge in young-client prenups.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wed July 3, 2026 in NY. How a prenup protects her $2.1B fortune under N.Y. Dom. Rel. Law § 236.
New York's Chapter 673 shortens no-fault separation grounds to 6 months; 2026 child support cap rises to $193,000 and maintenance cap to $241,000.
Kyra's Law (A.6194-C/S.5998) passed NY on June 5, 2026, amending DRL § 240 to make child safety the threshold custody question. What it means.
South Korea's largest divorce case resumes after a $1B settlement is overturned. What California's community property law says about dividing business empires.
A Futurism probe found 12+ couples divorcing over a spouse's ChatGPT fixation. Here's how California's no-fault law and custody rules apply.
New York's A8382A/S9316 replaces 'mother/father' with 'gestating/non-gestating parent' and 'paternity' with 'parentage' statewide, effective Nov 1, 2026 if signed.
Mississippi HB 1662 takes effect July 1, 2026, creating a rebuttable 50-50 joint custody presumption that replaces the 40-year Albright standard.
Alberta's Court of King's Bench replaced Family Docket Court with mandatory ADR within 6 months and an 18-month resolution target, down from 24-36 months.
Austin Court of Appeals rules Tex. Fam. Code § 153.004(b) permanently bars joint custody after any family violence finding — even if the child was never targeted.
The Supreme Court of Canada's 6-3 Ahluwalia ruling lets abuse survivors sue for damages nationwide. What it means for Ontario divorce cases.
Effective July 1, 2026, Virginia HB 303 lets either spouse file a bed-and-board divorce immediately at separation—no fault, no waiting period.
Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban waived alimony and child support in their Nashville divorce. What Tennessee law says about waiving support in 2025.
Florida SB 1128 took effect July 1, 2026, forcing 30-day temporary parenting-plan hearings and 5-day emergency time-sharing enforcement under §61.13.
Olivia Jean cited 'inappropriate marital conduct' in her Nashville divorce from Jack White. What Tennessee's fault grounds mean under T.C.A. § 36-4-101.
Ontario Court of Appeal (2026 ONCA 405) ended 25-year compensatory spousal support after retirement despite PTSD—the 'Starra Effect' explained.
Divorce for Americans 65+ tripled since 1990 (quadrupled for women). What California Family Code means for long-marriage splits and support.
Frankie Muniz & Paige Price divorce July 2026 after 6 years, sharing son Mauz, 5. How Arizona's 60-day waiting period & A.R.S. § 25-403 apply.
Missouri lawmakers revived the Covenant Marriage Act in 2026, adding a for-life affidavit and 2-year separation rule. What it means for Missouri divorce.
Kyra's Law reached Gov. Hochul's desk June 15, 2026, forcing NY courts to weigh abuse allegations before any custody order. Takes effect 270 days after signing.
Ryan Lochte and Kayla Reid divorced July 1, 2026 after a 16-month custody fight. What Florida's 50/50 timesharing law means for high-conflict parents.
Jelly Roll filed for divorce May 18, 2026; Bunnie Xo kept the three-house compound in a Marital Dissolution Agreement settled in ~3 weeks under Tennessee law.
Tess Daly and Vernon Kay end 23-year marriage. How NY law divides assets and pensions after long marriages under DRL § 236.
New York courts now treat monetized TikTok, Instagram & YouTube accounts as marital property under DRL § 236B. What creators must know in 2026.
Amber Rose filed for divorce from Dwight Howard in Georgia after 6 months with no prenup. What GA equitable distribution and alimony law means for the split.
Adults 50+ are the only group with rising divorce rates—36% of all U.S. splits by 2019. What California's community property law means for late-life divorce.
When Knox and Vivienne turn 18 on July 12, 2026, California courts lose custody jurisdiction under Fam. Code § 3022. Here's what that means.
Iowa's first-in-nation opt-out no-fault divorce bill stalled Feb. 2026. What it means for Iowa Code § 598 and the national repeal push.
Georgia's SB 454 makes the Parenting Time Adjustment mandatory as of Jan 1, 2026, using a days-to-the-2.5-power formula. What Georgia parents need to know.
Mike Fernandez seeks to enforce a $1M prenup capping his wife's share of a ~$1B estate. Florida's 2007 prenup law will decide the outcome.
The viral 'divorce glow-up' trend has 28M+ TikTok views. Here's what California's Family Code § 2310 no-fault law means before you post your transformation.
Louisiana Act 605 amends R.S. 9:335 on Aug 1, 2026, changing 'should' to 'shall' for equal custody — creating a strong 50/50 presumption.
Attorneys say Taylor Swift's prenup keeps her $2.1B catalog separate from Travis Kelce. What NY law would say about masters, alimony, and songwriting.
Georgia judge grants Kroy Biermann primary custody of 4 kids, final decision-making authority. Kim Zolciak limited to alternating weekends. Sept 2026 hearing.
Hugh Jackman & Deborra-Lee Furness divorced June 12, 2026 in 16 days. How NY DRL § 170(7) no-fault divorce enables fast uncontested resolutions.
Ken and Angela Paxton canceled their June 24-26 Collin County divorce trial citing 'substantial progress.' What Texas Family Code says about settlements.
Lena the Plug claims a stranger forged her signature on a $435 Adam22 divorce filing. How California Penal Code § 115 treats fraudulent court papers.
Jenny Mollen and Jason Biggs separated after 18 years. What NY DRL § 236 and § 170(7) mean for amicable splits and co-parenting in 2026.
Missouri Gov. Kehoe signed HB 1908, ending the de facto ban on finalizing divorces during pregnancy. Effective August 28, 2026.
TLC's Karen Derrico faces a felony terrorism-threat charge in Las Vegas after alleged threats to ex Deon. What Nevada law says about NRS 200.575 and custody.
Kay'La Lillard subpoenas author Justie Wolf for paternity test and NDAs over alleged secret child. How Oregon's ORS 107.105 handles hidden assets in divorce.
Colorado's Rooks ruling set a balancing test for dividing 6 frozen embryos in divorce. Here's how Colorado courts now decide disputes under C.R.S. § 14-10-113.
2026 data: 41% of Gen Z and 47% of millennials sign prenups vs 8% in the 1990s. What California Family Code § 1612 means for young couples.
Canada's Bill C-223 (2026) would require lawyer family-violence screening and let judges hear from children via amicus curiae. What Ontario families must know.
Olivia Jean filed for divorce from Jack White on June 3, citing Tennessee's inappropriate marital conduct fault ground. What it means under T.C.A. § 36-4-101.
Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater split after 3 years. Under California Family Code § 2310, dating during divorce rarely affects no-fault outcomes. Here's why.
A 2026 Allianz study found 49% of divorced Americans say divorce derailed retirement. Women over 50 face a 45% income drop. California QDRO rules explained.
Iowa's 2026 proposal lets couples forfeit no-fault divorce rights at the license stage, restricting splits to proven grounds. What it means for Iowa.
South Carolina's HB 3098 would cap alimony at one year per three years of marriage, ending lifetime support. Three reform bills stalled in committee in 2026.
Bunnie XO confirms a baby with Jelly Roll after divorce, citing 4 lost embryos. What Tennessee law says about embryo custody and co-parenting in 2026.
California's SB 1427 lets any married couple jointly petition for divorce in 2026, regardless of length, assets, or children. What it means.
Bunnie XO reveals Jelly Roll gave her the 3-house compound in their Williamson County divorce, settled in ~3 weeks. How TN irreconcilable-differences works.
Quebec's Parental Union regime (Bill 56), effective June 30, 2025, gives unmarried parents 50/50 home and inheritance rights — but no spousal support.
Larsa Pippen received 50% of Scottie Pippen's NBA pension after a 6-year divorce. What Illinois law says about retirement division and QDROs.
New York's A8382A/S9316 replaces 'mother'/'father' with gender-neutral terms in family law statutes, effective Nov 1, 2026. What it means for divorce.
NJ's June 1, 2026 child support amendments raise the self-support reserve to $460/week and cap childcare costs at age 13. What it means for support.
Heritage Foundation's 2026 report urges no-fault divorce repeal. Oklahoma bills filed under 43 O.S. § 101. What it means for residents.
Arizona SB 1049 would cap spousal maintenance at 4 years regardless of marriage length. What it means under A.R.S. § 25-319 in 2026.
UFC champ Ilia Topuria's June 2026 divorce settlement blocked his ex-wife's Miami relocation bid. How Fla. Stat. § 61.13001 handles these cases.
The Supreme Court of Canada's 6-3 Ahluwalia ruling (2026 SCC 16) creates a new tort of intimate partner violence with a 3-part test. What Ontario survivors need to know.
Virginia HB 303 takes effect July 1, 2026, letting spouses file bed-and-board divorce on day 1 of separation under amended Va. Code § 20-95 — no 1-year wait.
Mississippi's HB 1662 creates a rebuttable 50-50 joint custody presumption effective July 1, 2026, replacing the 40-year Albright standard for new orders.
Olivia Jean filed for divorce from Jack White on June 3, 2026 in Nashville, citing Tennessee's inappropriate marital conduct grounds under Tenn. Code § 36-4-101.
Austin Court of Appeals rules a family violence finding under Tex. Fam. Code § 153.004(b) permanently bars joint custody — no exceptions for counseling or time.
Dwight Howard's June 2026 Georgia filings allege fraud-in-the-inducement. Here's how O.C.G.A. § 19-4-1 annulment law actually works.
Texas Supreme Court declined Antoun v. Antoun in 2024, leaving frozen embryos as contract-governed quasi-property—sidestepping the post-Dobbs personhood question.
TikTok star Mikayla Nogueira's 'amicable' February 2026 split heads to a July divorce trial. What Massachusetts law says about contested divorce timelines.
Rumer Willis won primary physical custody of daughter Louetta in California. How Fam. Code § 3011 best-interest factors decide custody after abuse claims.
Viral 'alpine divorce' TikTok trend (25M+ views) can trigger California reckless endangerment and coercive-control charges under Fam. Code § 6320.
Jelly Roll filed for divorce from Bunnie XO May 18, 2026 in Tennessee citing irreconcilable differences. What no-fault divorce means under TN law.
Kyra's Law (A.6194-C) reached Gov. Hochul on June 15, 2026, requiring NY courts to assess child safety before custody. Takes effect 270 days after signing.
Nicole Arbour claims the Jelly Roll-Bunnie XO divorce (filed May 18, 2026) is fake. Here's what Tennessee divorce law actually requires.
LA attorneys report 3-5 weekly divorces citing AI companion apps. How California Fam. Code §1101 and SB 243 apply to virtual infidelity claims.
Cavanagh v. Cavanagh requires dual alimony-then-child-support math in MA, pushing combined support to 55-60% in high-earner divorces. June 2026 analysis.
Ontario's Starra v. Starra (2026 ONCA 405) lets courts terminate spousal support at the payor's retirement after $2.1M was already paid. What it means.
David Geffen, 83, settled his no-prenup divorce from David Armstrong after hidden-wealth claims. What Cal. Fam. Code § 760 means for you.
Influencer Kristy Scott filed for divorce in Harris County, Texas, citing infidelity. How Texas Family Code treats shared brands & businesses.
A NY court ordered Teyana Taylor to pay $70,000 after an Instagram post violated her 2024 divorce gag order with Iman Shumpert. What it means for NY.
Ex-NBA champ Trevor Ariza reports $6,000/month income, seeks to cut $24K monthly support. How California's earning-capacity doctrine applies (Fam. Code § 4058).
Anna Wintour's daughter Bee Shaffer divorces Francesco Carrozzini after 8 years. How NY Dom. Rel. Law § 236 handles high-net-worth splits.
Ohio's June 22, 2026 Farrens v. Farrens ruling holds a new partner doesn't end alimony without shared finances. What it means for support.
Keith Urban posted a June 20, 2026 birthday tribute to Nicole Kidman—first contact since their Jan. 6 Nashville divorce with $0 support and a prenup.
California SB 1427 took effect Jan. 1, 2026, letting any married couple file one joint divorce petition (Form FL-700), ending the adversarial split.
Bunnie XO says Jelly Roll divorce wasn't mutual but couple plans IVF baby. What Tennessee law says about embryos and co-parenting during divorce.
RHOA's Drew Sidora finalized her divorce in June 2026, pays child support, and got $145K equity. Georgia gag-order contempt motions explained.
Colorado's high court will resolve whether C.R.S. 14-10-122(1) requires express language to keep alimony flowing after remarriage in In re Marriage of Clark.
Allianz 2026 study: 49% of divorced Americans say divorce derailed retirement. California QDRO and Family Code rules to protect your nest egg.
New York passed A8382A/S9316 on June 2, 2026, replacing 'mother/father' with 'gestating parent' across family court statutes. Effective Nov 1, 2026.
Gray divorce now makes up 36% of U.S. splits, tripling among those 65+ since 1990. What California law says about retirement assets and support.
'The Voice' finalist Josh Sanders faces custody fight with alcoholism and DV allegations. How Tennessee courts handle these claims under T.C.A. § 36-6-106.
A stranger allegedly forged Lena the Plug's signature to file a fake divorce on June 1. How California Penal Code 115 punishes fraudulent filings with up to 3 years.
Allianz 2026 study: 49% of divorced Americans say divorce derailed retirement. California's 50/50 split of retirement assets explained.
UFC champ Ilia Topuria's ex-wife kept primary custody in Spain after a $3.5M settlement blocked her Miami move. What Florida law says about relocation.
Bunnie XO settled her Jelly Roll divorce in 2-3 weeks, keeping a three-house compound. How Tennessee's equitable distribution law (T.C.A. § 36-4-121) handles fast settlements.
After SXSW 2026's 'Who Owns Me?' panel, creators add NIL clauses to prenups. How California Family Code § 760 treats social media assets.
Dwight Howard's June 15 protective order against Amy Luciani raises fraud-annulment questions under Georgia Code § 19-4-1. A Georgia attorney explains.
In a 6-3 ruling (2026 SCC 16), the Supreme Court of Canada recognized a new tort of intimate partner violence based on coercive control. What it means for Ontario.
Virginia HB 303, effective July 1, 2026, lets spouses file bed-and-board divorce immediately on separation under Va. Code § 20-95 and narrows the adultery fault ground.
Mississippi Gov. Reeves signed HB 1662, creating a rebuttable presumption for 50-50 custody effective July 1, 2026. What it means for parents.
41% of Gen Z now sign prenups vs 20% nationally. How California Family Code § 1615 governs creator income, NIL, and digital-asset clauses.
California SB 711 eliminated the state spousal support tax deduction on Jan 1, 2026, cutting guideline alimony 8-10%. What it means for divorces.
Bill C-223 passed second reading Feb 4, 2026. The bill would ban parental alienation defenses and mandate family-violence screening under the Divorce Act.
Kyra's Law (A.6194-C) reached Gov. Hochul June 15, 2026, amending N.Y. DRL § 240 to force judges to resolve abuse claims first.
Tess Daly and Vernon Kay announced their split June 19, 2026 after 23 years. How California Family Code § 4336 treats long marriages and amicable divorce.
A Georgia judge gave Kroy Biermann primary custody after ruling Kim Zolciak temporarily unfit. What O.C.G.A. § 19-9-3 means for custody fights.
RHOA star Brit Eady filed for divorce from Michael Cunningham, citing Dec 1 separation, denying alimony and moving to sell their Fulton County home. Georgia law analysis.
Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO settled their divorce in 2-3 weeks after a May 9, 2026 separation. How Tennessee uncontested divorce and property division work.
Taylor Swift ($2B) and Travis Kelce ($90M) plan an ironclad prenup before their July 3, 2026 NYC wedding. Here's how NY DRL § 236(B)(3) governs.
SK Group's Chey Tae-won and ex-wife failed mediation June 15; Seoul High Court sets June 26 on $929M property split. What California law would do.
Dwight Howard claims his wife tricked him into marriage with false fertility promises. How Georgia law treats fraud-in-the-inducement annulments under O.C.G.A. § 19-4-1.
The 2024 US divorce rate fell to 14.2 per 1,000 married women, down from 22.6 in 1980. What this 50-year low means for Alabama divorce law.
A Feb. 17, 2026 federal ruling means your ChatGPT divorce chats can be subpoenaed in discovery. What New York spouses need to know now.
Eva Longoria and ex Tony Parker reunited in France 15 years after their 2011 divorce. What Texas law (Tex. Fam. Code § 6.001) says about no-fault recovery.
New Jersey removed the 'frequent and continuing contact' presumption from N.J.S.A. 9:2-4 in January 2026 and curbed reunification therapy. What it means.
Jelly Roll filed for divorce from Bunnie XO May 18, 2026, citing irreconcilable differences. What Tennessee's no-fault law means for couples.
Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson's June 2026 breakup shows why unmarried couples who buy property together lack the protections California gives married spouses.
Sia will pay ex-husband Dan Bernad $42,500/month in California child support after he sought $250,856/month in spousal support. Legal analysis.
Gov. Wes Moore vetoed SB 426 on June 3, 2026, keeping Maryland divorce filings, settlements, and custody orders open to public-records requests.
Austin Court of Appeals (No. 03-25-00281-CV) rules a family violence finding absolutely bars joint custody in Texas, ending the rehabilitation loophole.
Ontario Court of Appeal ends spousal support after retirement in Starra v. Starra (2026 ONCA 405), after $2.1M paid over 11 years on a 25-year marriage.
Kyra's Law passed both NY chambers June 5, 2026, reaching Hochul June 15. It forces judges to weigh child-safety allegations first in custody.
Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird end their engagement after ~10 years. How Washington's committed intimate relationship doctrine divides property without divorce.
Knox and Vivienne Jolie-Pitt turn 18 on July 12, 2026, ending California custody jurisdiction under Fam. Code § 3022. What it means.
NY bill A8382A/S9316 replacing 'mother'/'father' with 'gestating parent' sits unsigned. Pocket veto looms over ~150,000 annual NY custody cases.
Chey Tae-won's SK Inc. shares quadrupled since 2024. The valuation date could swing his divorce payout from 2 to 7 trillion won. California law explained.
Ex-NBA champion Trevor Ariza, who earned $116.9M, claims $0 income to slash $24K/month support. How California Fam. Code § 4058 imputed income works.
Utah judge lifts Taylor Frankie Paul's supervised visitation June 1, 2026, granting alternating weekends. How Utah custody modification law works.
On May 15, 2026, the Supreme Court of Canada created a new tort of intimate partner violence, letting survivors sue for coercive control damages.
Effective Jan 2, 2026, Alberta requires ADR and full financial disclosure before courts hear parenting or support disputes. What it means.
Luka Dončić retained Laura Wasser to challenge a California custody suit, arguing his kids habitually reside in Slovenia under the UCCJEA and Hague rules.
Virginia's HB303 takes effect July 1, 2026, letting spouses file a no-fault bed-and-board divorce on day one of separation to unlock support and custody relief.
Brittany Moreland dismissed her custody case against Marlon Wayans on June 16, 2026. What California Family Code § 581 means for dropping a custody suit.
David Craig filed a contested New York divorce from RHONY's Sai De Silva after 9 years. What 'contested' means under DRL § 170 and child custody law.
Mississippi's HB 1662 makes 50-50 joint custody the rebuttable default in divorce cases starting July 1, 2026. What it means for parents.
Massachusetts Standing Order 1-26 makes family court hearings presumptively remote starting June 1, 2026. Learn the 7-day in-person motion rule and self-represented carve-outs.
Sharon Stone says her marriage ended over a mastectomy dispute. What California Family Code § 2310 means for medical-decision conflicts in divorce.
UFC champ Ilia Topuria's June 2026 divorce settlement blocked his ex's child relocation bid. Here's how Fla. Stat. § 61.13001 handles such moves.
Jelly Roll filed for divorce from Bunnie XO May 18, 2026, citing irreconcilable differences with a May 9 separation date. What Tennessee law requires.
Missouri's General Assembly unanimously passed a 2026 bill barring judges from blocking a divorce solely because a spouse is pregnant. What it means.
SK Group Chairman Chey's record $1B Korean divorce resumes June 26, 2026, hinging on whether his SK shares are marital property — here's how California handles it.
Effective March 1, 2026, NY's Chapter 673 creates true no-fault separation and halves the conversion-divorce wait under DRL §170 to six months.
Dwight Howard's June 2026 filing alleges fertility fraud and seeks a second restraining order. What Georgia annulment and protective-order law says.
Allianz 2026 study: 49% of divorced Americans say divorce derailed retirement. Gray divorce (65+) quadrupled to 6.7 per 1,000. Florida law analysis.
Kyra's Law awaits Gov. Hochul's signature as of June 15, 2026. The bill forces NY family courts to treat abuse allegations as a threshold safety question.
Dennis Quaid petitions to terminate $13,750/month child support after twins' 2026 graduation. Why CA Family Code § 3901 requires a motion—not automatic end.
Jelly Roll filed for divorce from Bunnie XO May 18, 2026, listing a May 9 separation. What Tennessee law says about timing, grounds, and waiting periods.
YouTuber Bramty Juliette announced June 16, 2026 she's divorcing Luis Espina after 12 years. What Florida law (Fla. Stat. § 61.13) says about their 3 kids.
Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater split June 2026 after 3 years. What their overlapping divorces teach about California dating-during-divorce law.
Lena the Plug filed for divorce from Adam22 in L.A. County seeking custody of their daughter. How California Family Code § 3011 governs custody fights.
Influencer Vivian Tu listed her social accounts in her 2026 prenup. Under NY DRL § 236, monetized accounts are marital property subject to equitable distribution.
Gov. Wes Moore vetoed SB 426 on June 3, 2026, keeping Maryland divorce records public. What it means for your privacy under the MPIA.
Jelly Roll filed for divorce from Bunnie XO in TN on June 16, 2026. How Tennessee's no-fault law, marital property, and step-parent rights apply.
NY Catholic bishops condemned bill A8382A/S9316 on June 11, 2026. The terminology overhaul could affect 150,000 divorce cases yearly if signed by Nov 1.
Tennessee HB 0315 advances to House Judiciary; covenant marriage license would waive no-fault divorce, effective July 1, 2026. What it means.
Massachusetts' Cavanagh ruling allows combined alimony and child support to reach 55-60% of income, ending predictable formulas under G.L. c. 208.
Florida courts can no longer award permanent alimony in 2026. Under Fla. Stat. § 61.08, only bridge-the-gap, rehabilitative, and durational support remain.
Dwight Howard filed for a protective order June 15, 2026, amid his on-again divorce. How Georgia handles restraining orders and annulment claims.
RHOA star Drew Sidora's June 2026 divorce finalized: higher-earning mom pays $2,218/mo child support under Georgia's income-shares model.
Gospel drummer Teddy Campbell filed for divorce from Mary Mary's Tina Campbell in LA County. What CA's June 2024 separation date means legally.
In a 6-3 ruling dated May 15, 2026, the Supreme Court of Canada recognized a standalone tort of intimate partner violence. What it means for Ontario.
New Jersey's S4510, effective Jan 20, 2026, makes child safety the threshold custody issue and bars court-ordered reunification therapy under N.J.S.A. 9:2-4.
California's SB 1427 lets spouses file one joint divorce petition (Form FL-700) starting Jan 1, 2026—no service of process, no Petitioner vs. Respondent.
41% of Gen Z couples now sign prenups vs ~20% overall. What California Family Code § 1615 requires for enforceability in 2026.
New 2026 book ties connection science to divorce. No-fault is universal across 50 states since 2010, so why a marriage ends rarely changes the legal result.
Janel Parrish settled her divorce from Chris Long May 21, 2026, keeping all residuals. How Cal. Fam. Code § 770 protects separate-property earnings.
SK Hynix's Chey Tae-won challenges a record $917M (1.38T won) divorce settlement. How California Family Code § 760 would treat business-empire wealth.
Mississippi HB 1662 amends Miss. Code § 93-5-24, creating a rebuttable 50-50 joint custody presumption effective July 1, 2026. What it means.
SC Court of Appeals reversed permanent alimony for an underemployed spouse and counted vested RSUs as income under § 63-17-10. What it means for 2026.
US divorce rate fell to 14.2 per 1,000 married women in 2024, a 50-year low. What it means for California couples and the 50% divorce myth.
Sia agrees to pay ex-husband Dan Bernad $42,500/month child support in California. How Cal. Fam. Code § 4055 guideline math explains the figure.
Jelly Roll filed for divorce from Bunnie XO May 18 in Williamson County, TN. What Tennessee's 60-day waiting period and property laws mean.
Austin Court of Appeals rules Tex. Fam. Code § 153.004(b) absolutely bars joint conservatorship after a family violence finding—counseling won't restore it.
Steve Guttenberg finalized his divorce with a $700K spousal support buyout. How California Family Code § 1612 prenups control support and property in 2026.
Kyra's Law awaits Gov. Hochul's signature as of June 15, 2026. Requires NY courts to review abuse allegations before custody orders under DRL § 240.
Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness finalized their divorce June 12, 2026 in Suffolk County, NY—2.5 years after their 2023 separation. What it means.
Lena the Plug claims an identity thief filed a fraudulent divorce petition on June 1, 2026. Filing false court papers is a felony under Cal. Penal Code § 115.
Dennis Quaid filed to terminate $13,750/month child support after his twins graduated in 2026. Why California support never ends automatically.
Colorado's high court will resolve whether alimony ends at remarriage under C.R.S. § 14-10-122(2) or if 'non-modification' language overrides it. Clark v. Clark, 2026.
Alexandra Daddario and Andrew Form end 2-year marriage. How California's Family Code § 3011 governs co-parenting their young son.
New York's 2026 COLA raises the child support combined income cap from $183,000 to $193,000, affecting ~150,000 cases annually.
New York's A8382A/S9316 replaces 'mother'/'father' with 'gestating parent' across family law, effective Nov. 1, 2026, affecting ~150,000 cases yearly.
Jelly Roll filed for divorce from Bunnie XO on May 18, 2026, citing irreconcilable differences in Williamson County, TN. Divorce.law explains what the filing means under Tennessee divorce law.
Anna Wintour's daughter Bee Shaffer divorces Francesco Carrozzini after 8 years. How NY equitable distribution & custody law applies under DRL § 236.
Ex-Laker Trevor Ariza asks a California court to slash $24,000/month support, claiming $0 income after earning $116M. How CA Family Code handles it.
California judge grants Rumer Willis primary custody June 11, 2026, orders psych eval of ex. What Cal. Fam. Code § 3011 means for your case.
Dwight Howard filed for divorce after 6 months, alleging fraud. Under Ga. Code § 19-3-5, fraud can void a marriage. What Georgia residents need to know.
Massachusetts SJC's Cavanagh decision eliminates the 50% income cap. Combined alimony and child support can now reach 55-60% of a payer's gross income.
California treats social accounts built during marriage as community property under Fam. Code § 760. Here's how creators protect followings via prenup.
SK Group's Chey Tae-won failed June 15, 2026 to settle his $1B divorce. How California's community property law would treat it.
Influencer Mikayla Nogueira's MA divorce after 2-year marriage: how Mass. Gen. Laws c. 208 handles short marriages, dating during divorce, and asset division.
Missouri Gov. Kehoe signed a bipartisan law letting courts finalize divorces during pregnancy, effective Aug. 28, 2026. What it means for divorcing parents.
Supreme Court of Canada's 6-3 Ahluwalia ruling recognizes a new tort of intimate partner violence, letting survivors claim damages in divorce. What it means for Ontario.
On June 5, 2026, NY passed Kyra's Law requiring courts to weigh domestic violence and lethality risk before issuing custody orders. What it means.
Gray divorce among adults 50+ now makes up 36% of U.S. divorces. How California Family Code § 2640 and § 4320 affect older couples.
Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater split June 2026. What California Family Code § 2310 says about dating before your divorce is final.
Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen's amicable split (May 14, 2026) shows how NY uncontested divorce and joint custody work under DRL § 240. Legal analysis.
NY Catholic bishops urged Hochul to veto bill A8382A on June 11, 2026. A 30-day pocket-veto clock now replaces the June 12 deadline. What it means.
SK Group's Chey Tae-won failed to settle his record $1B divorce June 15, 2026. What California's Fam. Code § 760 says about dividing business stock.
Mississippi HB 1662 became law April 13, 2026, creating a rebuttable 50-50 joint custody presumption effective July 1, 2026. What it means for parents.
RHOA star Drew Sidora's divorce finalized June 8, 2026: higher-earning wife pays ex Ralph Pittman $2,218/month under Georgia's income shares model.
Texas HB 3181, effective Sept 1, 2025, lets judges modify conservatorship after 3 visitation-denial contempt findings under Tex. Fam. Code § 156.107.
New Jersey's S4510/A5761 strips 'frequent and continuing contact' from N.J.S.A. 9:2-4, making child safety the threshold custody issue. Effective immediately.
Joshua Jackson and Jodie Turner-Smith hired a private judge to oversee daughter Juno's custody through March 2029. What CA Family Code § 2554 allows.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's decade-long custody battle ends July 12, 2026 under Cal. Fam. Code § 3022 when twins Knox and Vivienne turn 18.
Janel Parrish keeps all 'Pretty Little Liars' residuals and SAG pension in her divorce. How California Fam Code § 760 treats entertainment IP and pensions.
Nicole Kidman & Keith Urban finalized their Nashville divorce with $0 alimony, $0 child support, and a 306/59 custody split. What TN law says.
On June 5, 2026, the Texas Supreme Court tightened the clear-and-convincing evidence bar for CPS to terminate parental rights under Tex. Fam. Code § 161.001.
Iowa's HF 2619 creates binding arbitration for divorce property and alimony, effective July 1, 2026 — but eliminates de novo appeal once confirmed.
Allianz 2026 study finds 49% of divorced Americans say it derailed retirement. California gray divorce legal analysis under Cal. Fam. Code.
Dennis Quaid filed to terminate $13,750/month child support after twins graduated in 2026. California support never ends automatically — here's why.
Pennsylvania's 2026 child support guidelines raise obligations 3-10% and add orthodontia/psychiatric costs. Changes require a petition — they aren't automatic.
Colorado Supreme Court will resolve in Clark v. Clark whether maintenance continues after remarriage. Affects 75% of self-represented divorce litigants.
New 2026 data shows divorce rate fell to 14.2 per 1,000 married women — debunking the 50% myth. Under 40% of marriages now end in divorce.
Lena the Plug filed for divorce from Adam22 on June 1, then claimed fraud. What California law says about self-filed divorce and identity verification.
NY Legislature passed bill A8382A on June 2, 2026, replacing 'mother/father' with 'gestating parent' across family statutes. Effective Nov 1, 2026.
Rumer Willis alleges coercive control in custody fight over daughter Louetta. How California Family Code § 3044 treats abuse allegations in custody.
Taylor Swift's rumored 2026 prenup sparks debate on confidentiality clauses. How New York law treats NDAs, asset protection, and social media clauses.
Chris Brown filed for joint custody of daughter Lovely Symphani after Diamond Brown's May 2026 sole custody petition. What California law says about these disputes.
New Jersey's Kayden's Law (S4510), effective January 20, 2026, makes child safety the threshold issue in all custody cases before parenting time.
Missouri House Bill 2548 advances covenant marriage option with 8-hour counseling requirement and 2-year separation before divorce. What it means for couples.
NY bill A8382A replaces 'mother' and 'father' with 'gestating parent' in family law. Governor has 10 days to sign. Here's what it means for divorce cases.
Ken and Angela Paxton canceled their June 24-26, 2026 divorce trial. Learn how Texas handles late settlements and what this means for high-profile divorces.
Influencer Lena the Plug says her June 2026 divorce filing was identity theft. Learn how California courts handle fraudulent filings.
Georgia's SB 454 child support law took effect January 1, 2026, introducing a mandatory parenting time adjustment formula raising days to the 2.5 power.
Gray divorce now accounts for 36% of U.S. divorces, up from 8.7% in 1990. Learn how Alabama law protects spouses 50+ in late-life divorce.
May 15, 2026 SCC ruling in Ahluwalia creates new tort for coercive control. Ontario abuse survivors can now sue for damages without proving physical violence.
California SB 711 ends spousal support tax deductions for new divorces starting January 1, 2026, reducing guideline support by 8-10%.
Erika Jayne reaches confidential settlement in $25 million bankruptcy lawsuit just days before May 2026 trial. What California divorce law says about marital debt.
Anna Wintour's daughter Bee Shaffer announces divorce from Francesco Carrozzini after 8 years. What New York law means for their 4-year-old son's custody.
Governor Polis signed HB26-1309, making Colorado a leading coercive control state with rebuttable presumptions against abusive parents in custody cases.
Georgia judge grants Kroy Biermann primary physical custody after emergency motion citing Kim Zolciak's 5-week international absence in early 2026.
Dubai prince's ex-wife allegedly abducted with 3 children on June 2, 2026. How California courts handle international custody disputes.
Iowa Senate File 2172 would allow couples to waive no-fault divorce during marriage license application. Analysis of fault grounds requirements and domestic violence concerns.
Bill C-225 passed third reading June 2025, making intimate partner killings during coercive control automatic first-degree murder with 25-year minimum sentence.
New York divorce forms updated March 2026 to reflect 6-month separation period under Chapter 673. Child support reserves increase to $21,546.
Adult creator alleges stalker forged divorce documents seeking custody and $1.1M studio. How California courts handle fraudulent filings.
Rumer Willis accuses ex Derek Richard Thomas of emotional abuse in June 2026 custody dispute. How California Family Code handles abuse allegations.
Governor Moore vetoed SB 426 on May 22, 2026, rejecting divorce records privacy protections that passed unanimously in both chambers.
Arizona SB 1049 passed House Committee June 1, 2026. Bill would cap all spousal maintenance at 4 years regardless of marriage length.
Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt face custody complications over 5-month-old Scottie Rose. Here's how New York handles international parenting disputes.
Governor Kehoe signs HB 1908 clarifying pregnant women can finalize divorces in Missouri. Law takes effect August 28, 2026.
House Bill 1014 expands Washington's child support table to $50,000 combined income, raises low-income floor to $2,200, and adds PFML deductions starting January 2026.
May 2026 Austin appeals ruling in H. v. N. makes family violence finding an absolute bar to joint conservatorship under Texas Family Code § 153.004(b).
Dorit Kemsley claims PK consulted a divorce lawyer a year before their separation. Here's how California law handles undisclosed legal planning.
Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen announce amicable divorce after 18-year marriage. How California handles long-term marriage splits and child custody.
Jessica Alba and Cash Warren sat 9 seats apart at daughter's graduation. What California law says about co-parenting after a $5M settlement.
Texas Senate Bill 849 makes equal parenting time the presumptive standard for children 3+. New law took effect January 1, 2026.
North Carolina SB 626 would slash the 12-month separation to 6 months, let DV victims divorce immediately, and abolish 'homewrecker' lawsuits.
Virginia HB303 lets couples file bed and board divorce on day one of separation starting July 1, 2026. Here's what changes.
Canada's Bill C-223 passed second reading Feb 4, 2026. Learn how the Keeping Children Safe Act affects Ontario custody cases.
Arizona SB 1049 would cap spousal maintenance at 4 years maximum regardless of marriage length. Learn how this affects Arizona divorces.
Actor Dennis Quaid files to terminate child support payments after twins turn 18 and graduate high school. What California law says about support termination.
Texas AG Ken Paxton's June 24 divorce trial canceled one week after GOP Senate nomination, avoiding public testimony before November election.
California's AB 1978 would create a rebuttable presumption of 50/50 custody for fit parents. Here's what the Equal Shared Parenting Act means for divorcing families.
Colorado's HB26-1309 expands domestic violence to include coercive control and creates custody presumption against abusers. Effective August 12, 2026.
Lena the Plug filed for divorce from Adam22 on June 1, 2026, claiming only $3,000 monthly support despite their joint OnlyFans and podcast empire.
Kayden's Law took effect January 20, 2026, requiring NJ judges to address child safety first in all custody cases. Learn the 6 major changes.
Oklahoma's SB 504 requires all individuals to be 18+ to marry, effective May 13, 2026. Learn how this affects existing marriages and family law.
May 15, 2026 SCC ruling in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia allows civil lawsuits for coercive control without physical violence. $150,000 awarded.
Alabama HB 18 grants automatic parental rights to fathers who acknowledge paternity, effective October 1, 2026. Learn about the 40-mile rule and joint custody presumptions.
Mississippi becomes 7th state with mandatory joint custody presumption. HB 1662 passed 118-0, takes effect July 1, 2026.
Florida's SB 1128 mandates custody violation hearings within 5 business days and weekend judge availability, effective July 1, 2026.
Colorado HB 25-1159 ends the 93-overnight threshold for child support credits. Every parenting night now counts starting March 1, 2026.
Mica's Law (S. 702) advances in SC legislature, criminalizing coercive control and adding it as grounds for divorce. Here's what it means.
Gabbie Gonzalez faces attempted murder charges after allegedly hiring a hitman to kill ex Jack Avery during their custody dispute. What California parents need to know.
Chief Justice Kittredge testified against South Carolina's Equal Parenting Act in April 2026. Here's how current custody law works and what may change.
Canada's Bill C-16 would make coercive control a criminal offense punishable by up to 10 years. Here's what Ontario residents need to know.
SB 711 eliminates California's spousal support tax deduction starting January 1, 2026. Guideline calculations now show 8-10% lower support amounts.
California's SB 1427 joint petition divorce law hits 6-month mark. No asset caps, no marriage limits, children allowed. Here's what attorneys report.
Erika Jayne reached a settlement in her $25 million lawsuit tied to Tom Girardi's bankruptcy just before jury selection. What California divorce law says.
The 'alpine divorce' TikTok trend with 30M+ views highlights emotional abuse patterns. How California family courts view abandonment behavior.
Iowa Senate File 2172 would allow couples to opt out of no-fault divorce at marriage. Here's what the controversial bill means for Iowa families.
Bill C-225 passed House of Commons unanimously, would make intimate partner killings automatic first-degree murder. What Alabama residents should know.
Anna Wintour's daughter Bee Shaffer and Francesco Carrozzini divorce after 8-year marriage. How NY handles high-net-worth splits with children.
May 2026 Austin appeals ruling eliminates rehabilitation loophole for domestic violence perpetrators seeking joint custody in Texas.
RHOBH star's 'Unburdened' memoir details how PK's financial control and alcohol use led to their April 2025 divorce filing in California.
Gray divorce now accounts for 36% of all U.S. divorces, up from 8.7% in 1990. Learn how Alabama law affects property division and retirement for couples 50+.
New York's Chapter 673 reduces the separation ground for divorce from 12 to 6 months effective March 1, 2026, under DRL §170(5) and (6).
New Rule 2.515(d)(2) requires all Florida court filings to certify legal citations exist and are accurate. Sanctions include dismissal and fees.
Missouri HB 1908 takes effect August 28, 2026, ending courts' practice of blocking divorces during pregnancy. Learn what changes for Missouri families.
Pennsylvania HB 1499 has 24+ bipartisan cosponsors and would establish rebuttable presumption of equal parenting time in custody cases.
90 Day Fiancé's Patrick Mendes filed for divorce May 22, 2026, seeking sole custody amid Thais Ramone's dismissed domestic battery arrest.
Ohio SB174 passed Senate 29-2 on May 2026, replacing custody terminology with parenting plans. Bill now heads to House Judiciary Committee.
New Jersey child support guidelines effective June 1, 2026 lower childcare expense age from 15 to 13 and update tax calculations.
The 2026 U.S. divorce rate fell to 2.4 per 1,000 people, down 40% from 2000. Learn what this means for California couples considering divorce.
Texas AG Ken Paxton and State Senator Angela Paxton cancel June 24-26 divorce trial one week after his Senate primary victory, citing progress toward settlement.
The 2024 Cavanagh v. Cavanagh decision allows combined alimony and child support to exceed 50% of a payer's income in Massachusetts divorces.
Bill C-223 passed second reading Feb 4, 2026. The Keeping Children Safe Act would ban parental alienation evidence in Canadian custody cases.
TikTok's 'Divorce Effect' trend hits 10M+ views. Divorce.law explains the legal implications under Alabama law of sharing transformation content during divorce proceedings.
New York S8431 proposes calculating child support from non-custodial parent income only, lowering support age from 21 to 18, and factoring in parenting time.
Washington's EHB 1014 raises child support income cap from $12,000 to $50,000/month effective January 1, 2026—a 317% increase affecting high-income families.
Senate Bill 454 took effect January 1, 2026, replacing judicial discretion with a mandatory mathematical formula that can flip who pays child support.
May 15, 2026 SCC ruling in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia creates civil tort for coercive control, allowing abuse survivors to sue without proving physical violence.
Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen announced their split on May 14, 2026. Here's what New York divorce law means for long-term marriages with children.
Virginia's new bed and board divorce law takes effect July 1, 2026, allowing day-one filing and eliminating the one-year separation requirement.
Florida's SB 1128 mandates temporary custody hearings within 30 days and emergency enforcement within 5 days. Here's what parents need to know.
Bill 12 passed May 7, 2026 replaces custody/access terms with decision-making responsibility and parenting time in Newfoundland family law.
Quebec Bill 4 would allow people fearing for safety to access partners' domestic violence convictions. Named for victim with 6-conviction partner.
Texas AG Ken Paxton's divorce records unsealed after media lawsuits. Wife Angela alleges adultery under Tex. Fam. Code § 6.003 after 38-year marriage.
Police Academy star Steve Guttenberg's May 2026 divorce includes $700K spousal support buyout and Pacific Palisades home retention. California law analysis.
New Jersey S4510 effective January 20, 2026 makes child safety a threshold issue in custody. Courts must hear children's preferences.
Colorado becomes 12th state to recognize coercive control in family law. HB26-1309 requires courts to assess domestic violence before custody analysis.
Oklahoma becomes the 17th state to ban child marriage entirely. SB 504 eliminates all exceptions, requiring minimum age of 18 to marry effective Nov 1, 2026.
Gabbie Gonzalez and attorney father charged with conspiracy to murder ex Jack Avery. FBI foiled dark web hitman plot in custody dispute.
North Carolina's Domestic Violence Divorce Reform Act would reduce the 1-year separation requirement to 6 months and abolish heart balm torts.
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's 10-year custody dispute ends July 12, 2026 when twins turn 18. Here's how California law handles custody termination.
Bill C-225 passed April 27, 2025, making intimate partner murder automatic first-degree. 7-day detention and stricter bail rules included.
Gray divorce among adults 50+ reaches 36% of all U.S. divorces in 2026. California leads with 78,500 annual gray divorces. Key legal protections explained.
Attorney General Schwalb's 2026 bill would eliminate government reimbursement cap, directing all child support to TANF families.
May 2026 Texas appellate ruling in H. v. N. eliminates judicial discretion for joint custody after family violence findings under § 153.004(b).
Governor Reeves signed HB 1662 on April 8, 2026, making Mississippi the 6th state requiring equal custody presumption. Here's what parents need to know.
SC legislature debates HB 3074, HB 3078, and HB 3098 to eliminate permanent alimony. Marriage length would cap support duration.
Colorado's new child support law effective March 1, 2026 removes the 93-overnight cliff and introduces graduated parenting time adjustments.
Pennsylvania House Bill 1499 would create a rebuttable 50/50 custody presumption. 59 co-sponsors back the May 2025 legislation now in Judiciary Committee.
Governor Kehoe signs HB 2031 allowing pregnant women to finalize divorce. Learn how Missouri's new law affects family court proceedings.
The viral 'Alpine Divorce' trend with 30+ million TikTok views reveals a disturbing pattern of partner abandonment in wilderness settings.
Iowa Senate File 2172 allows couples to waive no-fault divorce at marriage. Learn how this fault-only option affects Iowa divorces.
Rumer Willis accuses ex Derek Richard Thomas of emotional abuse in June 9 custody hearing. How California Family Code § 3044 handles domestic violence allegations.
New Jersey reduces qualifying childcare age from 15 to 13 effective June 1, 2026, impacting support calculations for families with teens.
California's SB 1427 joint petition divorce law, effective January 1, 2026, removes asset caps and duration limits. Early adoption shows 40% cost savings.
Canada's Bill C-223 backed by 300+ groups would eliminate equal parenting presumption in family violence cases. Here's what Ontario parents need to know.
New York's Chapter 673 reduces separation-based divorce waiting from 12 to 6 months as of March 1, 2026. Learn how the new law affects your divorce timeline.
California court finalizes Amerie's divorce, awards primary custody, orders $2,298/month child support. Analysis of community property and custody rulings.
Nicole Kidman gets 306 custody days, Keith Urban 59 days in their Jan 2026 settlement. Both waived support. What California courts would do differently.
Alberta's new Family Focused Protocol launched January 2, 2026, requires mandatory ADR within 6 months and caps divorce proceedings at 18 months.
Pete Davidson and Elsie Hewitt face custody dispute over daughter Scottie Rose. NY family law expert analyzes international jurisdiction rules.
May 15, 2026 SCC ruling creates new tort for intimate partner violence, allowing civil claims for coercive control without physical abuse.
TikTok's 'Divorce Effect' trend hits 28M views as women share post-divorce transformations. What California residents should know before filing.
Ohio Senate passes SB 174 with 29-2 vote, eliminating 'custody' terminology in favor of parenting plans. Here's what changes for Ohio families.
May 2026 Austin appeals ruling bars joint custody after family violence findings under Texas Family Code § 153.004(b), regardless of rehabilitation.
The viral 'Divorce Dust' glitter trend raises questions about infidelity evidence in California divorce cases. Here's what actually matters legally.
Texas Senate passes SB 2794 unanimously on March 31, 2026, making third custody interference a felony with up to 2 years prison and $10,000 fine.
Georgia's January 2026 child support overhaul makes parenting time adjustments mandatory. New Schedule C worksheet ties overnights directly to support calculations.
California judge to rule June 9, 2026 on Rumer Willis custody dispute involving emotional abuse allegations. What Cal. Fam. Code § 3044 means for parents.
Virginia's HB303 eliminates the 1-year wait for divorce filing. New bed and board law takes effect July 1, 2026, allowing immediate custody and support orders.
HB 1014 expands Washington's child support table from $12,000 to $50,000 monthly income, the largest overhaul in decades. Here's what changes.
Missouri's proposed covenant marriage bill requires 8 hours of counseling and 2-year separation before divorce. Learn how HB 2548 could affect your marriage options.
Idaho Senate Bill 1257 lets courts stop mandatory visits when abuse is substantiated. Effective July 1, 2026. Here's what families need to know.
Florida SB 1128 mandates temporary parenting plans within 60 days of filing, plus weekend court availability for emergencies. Effective July 1, 2026.
Oklahoma HB 1082 failed for the third year despite 92-1 House passage and 38 Senate co-authors. Only 22% of fathers get equal custody.
New York's child support cap increased to $193,000 combined income effective March 1, 2026. Learn how the new CSSA limits affect your support calculations.
Mississippi becomes 7th state with mandatory 50-50 custody presumption after HB 1662 becomes law April 8, 2026. New rules apply July 1.
Gray divorce now accounts for 36% of all U.S. divorces, with adults 65+ showing increasing rates. Learn how California law protects older spouses.
TikTok star Gabbie Gonzalez charged in FBI sting over custody dispute. How California courts handle criminal conduct in family law cases.
After 18 years of marriage, Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen separate. Here's how California's community property laws affect long-term celebrity divorces.
New Jersey's S4510/A5761 took effect January 2026, making child safety the first consideration in all custody cases and eliminating reunification therapy.
Fort Worth Court of Appeals ruling in In re M.S. (March 27, 2026) strengthens parental rights in Texas custody disputes with nonparents.
The viral 'alpine divorce' trend reveals how abandoning partners on hikes can constitute emotional abuse—and what Alabama law says about it.
New Barna study finds millennials divorce at just 5%—lowest ever tracked. How delayed marriage and California's community property laws shape outcomes.
90 Day Fiancé star Patrick Mendes filed for divorce May 20, 2026, seeking sole custody after wife's battery charge dropped. Nevada custody law analysis.
NC legal experts warn AI divorce tools could disrupt traditional family law. Learn how North Carolina courts and attorneys are responding in 2026.
Bill C-225 passed unanimously in May 2026, making intimate partner killings automatic first-degree murder with 7-day bail risk assessments.
Ohio's SB 174 family law reform bill advances with May 13, 2026 House testimony. Learn how parenting plans would replace traditional custody terminology.
Federal court rules Feb 17, 2026 that AI chatbot conversations waive privilege. NY divorce litigants must protect confidential case information.
PA House Bill 1499 proposes 50-50 shared custody presumption with 37 Republican and 22 Democrat co-sponsors. Currently in Judiciary Committee.
Iowa Senate File 2172 would let couples waive no-fault divorce rights. Learn what this means for Iowa marriages and why advocates oppose it.
Beartooth singer Caleb Shomo came out as gay May 23, 2026, ending his 14-year marriage. Here's how Ohio divorce law handles long-term marriages.
Connecticut's new child support guidelines effective August 1, 2026 introduce a three-parent worksheet, expand income caps to $312,000, and modernize arrears rules.
Quebec's Bill 4 lets individuals check a partner's domestic violence record. Named for Gabie Renaud, the law could pass by June 12, 2026.
Lakers star Luka Doncic withdraws from Slovenia national team for August 14 custody hearing. How California handles international custody disputes.
Austin Court of Appeals rules Texas Family Code § 153.004(b) absolutely prohibits joint custody after family violence findings—no exceptions for rehabilitation.
Oklahoma SB 504 became law May 13, 2026, setting marriage age at 18 with no exceptions. Oklahoma joins 16 other states with complete bans.
Bill C-223 passed second reading Feb 4, 2026 and would prohibit parental alienation evidence in Canadian family courts. What Ontario parents need to know.
Ohio's April 28, 2026 ruling in In re L.E.S. limits artificial insemination parentage laws to married couples only.
On May 15, 2026, Canada's Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to create a civil tort for intimate partner violence. Here's what survivors need to know.
New Hulu documentary examines 54-day Utah custody protest that sparked family court reform calls. Legal analysis of abuse vs. alienation claims.
SC Equal Parenting Act (S.901/H.4622) would create 50-50 custody presumption. Chief Justice testified against it April 2, 2026, despite 82% public support.
Washington's HB 1014 expands child support income table to $50,000 combined monthly income, raises self-support reserve to 180% FPL. Effective January 2026.
North Carolina S626 would cut the 1-year separation to 6 months and eliminate alienation of affection lawsuits. Here's what it means for your divorce.
HB 25-1159 ends Colorado's 92-overnight cliff for child support. Every overnight now counts from day one. Effective March 1, 2026.
New York's No-Fault Separation Statute now requires only 6 months living apart for divorce, down from 1 year. New income caps also took effect March 1, 2026.
Virginia HB303 eliminates fault requirements for bed and board divorce, allowing immediate court access starting July 1, 2026.
Mississippi HB 1662 creates rebuttable 50-50 joint custody presumption effective July 1, 2026. Learn what this means for Mississippi divorce cases.
John and Jenny Paulson's $4.7 billion divorce settlement after 5 years reveals how New York handles ultra-high-net-worth asset division without prenups.
Georgia's SB 454 child support law now live in calculator with mandatory parenting time adjustments and $40,000/month income cap. What parents need to know.
Morgan v. Morgan (Jan 2026) confirms Florida's permanent alimony ban applies to divorces pending before final judgment, affecting thousands of cases.
New Jersey's S4510, effective January 20, 2026, makes child safety the threshold issue in all custody cases. Here's what parents need to know.
Adults 50+ now account for 36% of U.S. divorces, up from 8.7% in 1990. Learn how Alabama law handles property division and retirement assets.
Governor Kehoe signed Missouri's pregnancy divorce bill on April 7, 2026, after 176-0 combined legislative vote. Here's what it means for divorcing couples.
British TV hosts announce amicable separation after 22-year marriage. How California handles long-term divorce with assets and children.
Florida Senate Bill 1128 mandates 30-day temporary custody hearings and 5-day emergency enforcement, effective July 1, 2026.
Georgia judge grants Kroy Biermann emergency custody of 4 children after neglect allegations. Kim Zolciak gets limited visitation until May 21 hearing.
Bill C-225 passed third reading May 2026, creating automatic first-degree murder charges for intimate partner killings and 7-day risk detention.
Gabbie Gonzalez and father arrested May 18-19, 2026 for allegedly hiring hitman to kill Jack Avery during custody dispute over 7-year-old daughter.
On May 7, 2026, Newfoundland passed Bill 12, replacing custody/access with decision-making responsibility and parenting time. Here's what it means.
Pennsylvania House Bill 1499 would establish equal parenting time as the legal presumption in custody cases. 59 sponsors support the pending legislation.
Standing Order 1-26 changes Massachusetts family court hearings starting June 1, 2026. Learn which hearings are now presumptively remote.
DC Attorney General's Child Support Improvement Act would eliminate the $200/month cap and send all collections directly to 4,000 families.
Manhattan Institute report shows native-born adults aged 25-54 have just 51.6% marriage rate. How California divorce and family law adapts to changing trends.
California's SB 711 ends state tax deductions for spousal support effective January 1, 2026, creating three different tax treatments based on agreement date.
Colorado's HB26-1309 requires abuse screening before custody decisions. Effective August 12, 2026, courts must evaluate coercive control, economic abuse, and tech abuse.
Austin Court of Appeals in H. v. N. (2026) holds Texas Family Code § 153.004(b) prohibits joint custody after any family violence finding, even violence against spouse only.
Actress Hayden Panettiere discusses 2018 custody transfer to Wladimir Klitschko, citing postpartum depression. Here's how California handles similar arrangements.
Grammy-nominated singer Sia will pay ex-husband $42,500/month in child support under California guidelines. Here's how high-income support works.
Fort Worth Court of Appeals rules in In re M.S. (March 2026) that fit parents' constitutional rights override nonparent custody claims under Texas Family Code.
Anna Wintour's daughter Bee Shaffer files for divorce in New York after 8-year marriage. Learn how NY's equitable distribution law applies.
Oklahoma becomes the 17th state to ban child marriage as SB 504 takes effect May 13, 2026, setting minimum marriage age at 18 with no exceptions.
Former Oklahoma schools chief Ryan Walters filed for divorce May 8, 2026. Learn how Oklahoma's no-fault divorce works and what joint custody involves.
Statistics Canada reports 278,500 active family law cases in 2024/2025 with 61% backlog—the highest since 2005. What Alberta families need to know.
Cavanagh and Openshaw rulings transform Massachusetts alimony calculations. Courts must now compare two methods and include savings in marital need.
California's SB 1427, effective January 1, 2026, allows any couple to file a joint divorce petition together, eliminating old summary dissolution restrictions.
Lakers star Luka Doncic withdraws from Slovenia national team to attend summer custody hearings. What California parents need to know about court attendance.
May 15, 2026 SCC ruling in Ahluwalia v. Ahluwalia allows civil lawsuits for intimate partner violence without physical abuse. 6-3 decision creates new legal remedy.
H.R. 6903 passed Ways and Means 40-2 on Jan 2026. New federal enforcement tools affect California's $2.3B in unpaid child support.
New Hampshire HB 1323 would make NH the first state to define parental alienation in custody law with 60-day court action requirement.
Georgia SB 454 overhauls child support calculations effective January 1, 2026, with mandatory parenting time adjustments and $40,000 income cap.
Colorado's March 1, 2026 child support reform eliminates the 92-overnight threshold, raises income cap to $40,000/month, and adds $1,790 self-support reserve.
New Jersey's Kayden's Law (S4510/A5761), signed January 20, 2026, overhauls custody proceedings by prioritizing child safety over best-interests analysis.
Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen announced their separation May 14, 2026 after 18 years. Here's what California law means for long-term marriages.
Kwame Appiah and Chelsea Griffin announced divorce May 15, 2026. How Washington's community property laws apply to 4-year marriages.
Former Senator Kyrsten Sinema admits affair, seeks dismissal of $75,000 alienation of affection lawsuit in Moore County, NC. Legal analysis of jurisdiction defense.
South Carolina HB 4800 would let family courts pre-approve prenuptial agreements, creating a rebuttable presumption of validity. Introduced January 13, 2026.
Mississippi's HB 1662 creates rebuttable 50-50 custody presumption effective July 1, 2026. What parents need to know about the 7th state with equal parenting time.
Missouri legislature passes law requiring drunk drivers who kill parents to pay child support until children turn 21. Governor's signature pending.
Quebec's Bill 4 (Gabie Renaud Law) lets people request partners' intimate violence history. 10 femicides in 2026 prompted the May 13 legislation.
Gray divorce now accounts for 36% of all U.S. divorces in 2026, up from 8% in 1990. Learn how California law protects couples over 50.
Texas Senate Bill 2794 makes third custody interference violation a state jail felony with up to 2 years imprisonment and $10,000 fines. Effective September 2026.
SC lawmakers advance bill making coercive control a criminal offense and factor in custody decisions. Learn how this affects divorce cases.
Florida Senate Bill 1128 mandates custody hearings within 30 days of filing, plus weekend court availability for enforcement. Effective July 1, 2026.
Pennsylvania HB 1499 proposes rebuttable 50/50 custody presumption with 59 bipartisan sponsors. Analysis of how this changes PA custody law.
Bill C-225 passed April 27, 2025, making intimate partner homicide automatic first-degree murder. Key changes for British Columbia families.
Bill 12 passed May 7, 2026, aligning Newfoundland family law with federal Divorce Act terminology. Learn what changes for parents.
Kim Zolciak temporarily lost custody of four children to Kroy Biermann on May 1, 2026 after Georgia judge granted emergency motion. Legal analysis.
South Carolina's new bill creates coercive control as a criminal offense and adds domestic violence as grounds for divorce. What SC residents need to know.
May 2026 Austin Court of Appeals ruling in H. v. N. confirms Texas Family Code § 153.004(b) bars joint custody after family violence—no exceptions for counseling.
U.S. Supreme Court's Mirabelli v. Bonta ruling affirms parents' federal constitutional right to receive information about their child's gender identity from California schools.
SC lawmakers consider HB 3074, 3078, and 3098 to eliminate permanent alimony. Learn how these 2025 bills could change spousal support laws.
Bill C-223 advances through Parliament in May 2026, proposing to ban parental alienation evidence in custody disputes. What Ontario parents need to know.
New Hampshire's HB 1323 advances toward becoming first state law defining parental alienation in custody statutes. Senate committee approved April 16, 2026.
Governor Kehoe signed HB 1908 ending Missouri's pregnancy divorce ban. Law takes effect August 28, 2026 after unanimous bipartisan passage.
Oklahoma becomes the 17th state to ban child marriage as SB 504 passes 51-36. New law effective November 1, 2026 requires both parties to be 18+.
U.S. Census Bureau study of 5 million children shows divorce reduces adult income 20%, college attendance drops 15%. How Alabama courts should respond.
DC Attorney General Schwalb's Child Support Improvement Amendment Act would eliminate $200/month cap, extend enforcement to age 26.
NY divorce forms changed March 1, 2026: child support cap now $193,000, maintenance cap $241,000, and 6-month no-fault separation.
New Hampshire HB 1323 defines parental alienation in custody law with 60-day court timeline. Bill passed April 23, 2026, awaits governor's signature.
Vollmer v. Hove (2026 ND 80) ruling on April 22, 2026 establishes parents can face contempt for failing to enforce court-ordered parenting time.
Washington's HB 1014 expands child support tables from $12,000 to $50,000 monthly income, effective January 1, 2026. What parents need to know.
Bill 12 passed May 7, 2026 replaces 'custody' with 'parenting time' in Newfoundland family law, aligning with federal Divorce Act terminology.
Australia's June 2025 family law changes mandate pet welfare orders and financial abuse consideration. How California compares under Family Code § 2605.
Fort Worth appeals court orders trial court to vacate nonparent conservatorship in March 27, 2026 mandamus ruling protecting parental rights.
Lakers star Luka Dončić skips national team for August 14 custody hearing. Learn how California courts handle joint custody cases.
Idaho's highest court warns Senate Bill 1181 may delay adoptions by denying attorneys to indigent parents in termination cases.
SC Legislature considers HB 3074, HB 3078, and HB 3098 to eliminate permanent alimony. Learn how these 2025 bills could change spousal support.
Sports icons Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe end 10-year relationship. Learn how Washington's committed intimate relationship doctrine protects unmarried couples.
Governor Reeves signed HB 1662 on April 8, 2026, making Mississippi the 6th state requiring 50-50 custody presumption. Law effective July 1, 2026.
Governor Murphy's S4510 rewrites NJ custody rules — child safety now trumps parental contact rights. What parents need to know.
Colorado's March 1, 2026 child support reform eliminates the 92-overnight cliff effect. Every parenting day now counts toward support calculations.
Georgia Senate Bill 454 requires mandatory parenting time adjustments in child support calculations starting January 1, 2026. Here's what parents need to know.
Missouri HB 1910 awaits governor's signature. Convicted drunk drivers who kill parents would pay child support until surviving children turn 18 or 21.
Iowa Senator Jesse Green's SF 2172 would let couples waive no-fault divorce rights. Third attempt since 2001. What Iowa couples need to know.
Former Oklahoma schools superintendent Ryan Walters filed for divorce May 2026 after 15 years. Here's how Oklahoma handles long-term marriage dissolution.
April 28, 2026 ruling in In re L.E.S. limits Ohio's artificial insemination statute to married couples only, affecting same-sex parental rights.
Adults 50+ now account for 36% of U.S. divorces. Alabama seniors face unique challenges with retirement division and spousal support.
Jason Biggs and Jenny Mollen announced their separation on May 14, 2026. Here's what California law says about dividing 18 years of marriage.
Governor Reeves signed HB 1662 on March 2026, making Mississippi the 6th state with mandatory joint custody presumption, effective July 1, 2026.
Austin Court of Appeals in H. v. N. (2026) rules Texas Family Code § 153.004(b) creates absolute bar to joint custody after family violence finding.
Alabama's Best Interest of the Child Protection Act (HB 229) effective January 1, 2026, mandates parenting plans in all custody cases with joint custody presumption.
Georgia judge grants Kroy Biermann emergency custody of 4 children on May 1, 2026. Learn how emergency custody motions work under Georgia law.
Bill C-225 passed April 27, 2026, would make intimate partner murder amid coercive control automatic first-degree murder with 7-day detention.
Quebec's Bill 4 (Gabie Renaud Law) introduced May 13, 2026, allows people to request a partner's intimate partner violence history through police.
California AB 1643 would require 1 million+ families to enroll in wage garnishment for child support. First-in-nation mandate affects $2.6B annually.
Virginia's HB303 allows day-one divorce filings starting July 1, 2026. Learn how the new bed and board law affects custody, support, and asset protection.
Oklahoma became the 17th state to ban child marriage on May 13, 2026. SB 504 requires all marriage applicants to be at least 18 with no exceptions.
Austin Court of Appeals reverses joint custody order under Texas Family Code § 153.004(b), ruling counseling doesn't override family violence prohibition.
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax killed his wife weeks after losing custody. What warning signs did courts miss? Analysis of Va. Code § 20-124.3.
Glendon Campbell filed for divorce April 13, 2026 in LA County, citing June 2024 separation. California Family Code § 771 analysis inside.
California's SB 243 took effect Jan 1, 2026. LA attorneys now cite AI chatbot infidelity in 3-5 divorces/week, concentrated in Santa Monica and Playa Vista.
April 2026 SDNY ruling in US v. Heppner confirms ChatGPT and Claude divorce conversations are fully discoverable. What New Yorkers must know now.
Utah Commissioner ordered supervised visitation for Taylor Frankie Paul on April 7, 2026. DA declined charges April 15. Full hearing set for April 30.
Utah Court of Appeals vacated a divorce judgment April 16, 2026 after the wife filed Rule 26 disclosures only 3 weeks before trial.
Healthcare billionaire Mike Fernandez filed April 16, 2026 to enforce a $1M prenup against his $1B fortune. Florida law analysis.
Larsa Pippen's April 14, 2026 interview revealed she lived with Scottie 4+ years during divorce. Here's how Fla. Stat. § 61.071 really works.
Healthcare billionaire Mike Fernandez filed for divorce April 16, 2026, seeking to enforce a $1M prenup against his $1B estate under Fla. Stat. § 61.079.
Shannon Elizabeth filed divorce April 14, 2026 — two days before OnlyFans launch. How Cal. Fam. Code §771 treats post-separation earnings.
Mississippi HB1662 creates a rebuttable 50-50 joint custody presumption effective July 1, 2026, amending Section 93-5-24 and making MS the 7th state with equal parenting time.
Mississippi HB 1662 heads to Gov. Reeves April 1, 2026, creating rebuttable 50-50 custody presumption effective July 1, 2026.
Rep. Tony Gonzales resigned April 14, 2026 amid affair scandal. How Texas Family Code § 7.001 treats adultery in divorce proceedings.
Sai De Silva's April 17, 2026 statement after husband's NYC divorce filing highlights NY custody and DRL § 236 equitable distribution rules.
Geffen, 83, and Donovan Michaels, 33, settled their no-prenup California divorce in April 2026, exposing how Cal. Fam. Code § 760 treats wealth.
Kim Zolciak will testify under oath in boyfriend Kyle Mowitz's $100M divorce from Jillian Green. What Georgia law says about third-party depositions.
Ryan Lochte's leaked 'gold digging' email to Kayla Reid went public April 13, 2026. How Fla. Stat. § 61.13 treats this kind of evidence.
April 2026 court records reveal Virginia judge's documented mental health concerns before Fairfax murder-suicide. How Va. Code § 20-124.3 applies.
Ayesha Howard's April 11, 2026 affidavit alleges NBA star Anthony Edwards hid California assets to evade child support. California legal analysis.
Texas Fifth District affirms April 2026 ruling using $159,000 in Cash App deposits to override spouse's income testimony in divorce.
Texas Fifth District affirms Rockwall County ruling on April 13, 2026: $159,000 in Cash App deposits over 14 months count as income despite spouse's denial.
Missouri Gov. Kehoe signed HB 1908 on April 7, 2026, ending a 1970s pregnancy-based divorce block. Effective August 28, 2026.
RHOM star Lisa Hochstein turned herself in April 15, 2026 on felony wire intercept charges under Fla. Stat. § 934.03. Florida divorce attorney analysis.
Japan ended sole custody April 1, 2026, enabling shared parental authority. California Hague Convention cases and cross-border families face major changes.
Former VA Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax killed wife Cerina April 16, 2026, 5 days before divorce hearing. What Virginia law allows — and misses.
Georgia court awards Ralph Pittman primary custody as April 2026 filings show $59,458/month income gap with Drew Sidora. Here's what Georgia law says.
NH Senate Judiciary Committee voted 2-1 on April 8, 2026 to advance HB1323, the first-in-nation bill defining parental alienation in custody law.
Louisiana Supreme Court permanently disbarred attorney Lon Burns Jr. on April 9, 2026, for forging a signature on a default divorce judgment.
Nebraska Supreme Court suspended attorney Greg Lake April 16, 2026 after 57 of 63 AI-generated citations in a divorce brief were defective, including 20 hallucinations.
South Carolina's S.702 ('Mica's Law') heard April 15 would criminalize coercive control and add stalking, harassment, and CDV as grounds for divorce.
Suffolk Law's April 13, 2026 AI clinic helps the 75% of MA divorce cases with self-represented parties draft court-ready agreements.
Linda Mathis dismissed her divorce April 6, 2026 after 39-year marriage. What 'without prejudice' means under California Family Code § 581.
Virginia Court of Appeals enforced a 2000 prenup waiving husband's elective share of wife's $17M estate on April 13, 2026, rejecting duress claims.
Japan's April 1, 2026 joint custody law reshapes Hague Convention cases for California parents. $125/month minimum support, new shinken rules explained.
April 2026 'alpine divorce' coverage exposes a coercive control pattern. Here's how Colorado's 2025 statute treats partner abandonment on trails.
April 16, 2026 warning: After a Feb 17 federal ruling, opposing counsel can subpoena your AI chats. What NY divorce clients must know now.
Tennessee passed SB 1469 on April 2, 2026, requiring trust funds for kids in monetized content. $2,000 penalties, July 1 effective date.
Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe announced separation April 17, 2026 after nearly 10 years. How Washington's CIR doctrine handles unmarried splits.
April 17, 2026 filing challenges Kyrsten Sinema's jurisdictional defense in North Carolina alienation of affection case seeking $25K+ damages.
Effective April 2, 2026, Toronto family law motions under one hour require in-person attendance at 361 University Avenue.
Family law experts challenge Fairfax County Judge McEvoy's March 30 unsupervised visitation order under Va. Code § 20-124.3 best interest factors.
Dak Prescott and Sarah Jane Ramos settled joint managing conservatorship April 15, 2026, one day before their Collin County hearing. Texas legal analysis.
Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird's April 2026 separation after 10 years tests Washington's Committed Intimate Relationship doctrine for unmarried couples.
Keeta Vaccaro alleges 8 domestic violence incidents in April 8, 2026 divorce filing. Florida attorney breaks down Fla. Stat. § 741.30 implications.
NFL reporter Dianna Russini resigned from The Athletic on April 14, 2026 after photos with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel surfaced. What Massachusetts law says.
Georgia judge required Kim Zolciak to finish 4 parent therapy sessions between April 3-13, 2026 before reuniting with her 4 minor children.
Pretty Little Liars star Janel Parrish announced her April 10, 2026 separation from Chris Long after 7 years. What California law says about the gap.
Viral glitter trend claims to expose cheaters. Here's how California's no-fault divorce system (Fam. Code § 2310) actually treats infidelity evidence.
Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe announced their April 17, 2026 split after 10 years. Here's how Washington's Committed Intimate Relationship doctrine applies.
Kyle Richards confirmed on RHOBH April 16, 2026 that she and Mauricio Umansky still haven't filed divorce papers after 2.5 years apart. California legal analysis.
Glendon Campbell filed for divorce from Mary Mary's Tina Campbell on April 13, 2026 in LA County. What California law says about 25-year marriages.
California court approves Sia's $42,500/month child support to ex Daniel Bernad plus $5M life insurance. Payments began April 1, 2026.
Ontario Superior Court ended Zoom for Toronto family motions under 1 hour on April 2, 2026. Lawyers warn $1,000 motions will hit $4,000-$5,000.
Luka Doncic reunited with his daughters in Slovenia April 12, 2026 and moved to dismiss LA's $50K/month support petition on UCCJEA grounds.
Dianna Russini resigned April 14 after hot tub photos with Mike Vrabel. Here's how MGL c. 208 § 1 adultery grounds affect Massachusetts divorces.
South Carolina's H4622/S0901 would make SC the 7th state with a 50-50 custody presumption. Chief Justice Kittredge warns it 'ties judges' hands.'
Sia agreed to pay ex Daniel Bernad $42,500/month in child support starting April 1, 2026. Here's how California Family Code § 4055 produced that number.
Healthcare billionaire Mike Fernandez filed for divorce April 16, 2026, seeking to enforce a $1M prenup against his $1B fortune. Florida law analysis.
Healthcare billionaire Mike Fernandez filed for divorce April 16, 2026, seeking to enforce a prenup capping wife's recovery at $1M. Florida attorney analysis.
Shannon Elizabeth filed for divorce April 14, 2026, claiming September 2025 separation — one day before her OnlyFans launch. California Fam. Code § 771 explained.
New Hampshire HB 1323 cleared Senate Judiciary 2-1 on April 10, 2026. Senate floor vote April 16 could make NH the first state to codify parental alienation.
Mississippi HB 1662 creating 50-50 joint custody presumption awaits Gov. Reeves' signature by April 13, 2026. Effective July 1, 2026.
Salt Lake County DA declined DV charges against Taylor Frankie Paul on April 14, 2026. Here's what it means for her Utah custody case over son Ever.
Ben Affleck transferred his $30M+ Beverly Crest stake to J.Lo at no cost on April 9, 2026. Here's what the California divorce modification means.
Shannon Elizabeth filed for divorce April 14, 2026 and launched OnlyFans a day later. Here's how California Family Code § 771 treats post-separation income.
Geffen, 83, and Armstrong, 33, filed uncontested divorce April 7-10, 2026 after 22 months — a $8B California prenup cautionary tale.
Shannon Elizabeth filed for divorce April 14, 2026, one day before OnlyFans launch. Analysis of California's 6-month wait and separate property rules.
Wendy Juel filed divorce from Khaby Lame April 2026 seeking half of $80M. California community property rules meet third-party asset concealment.
New April 2026 IFS report: U.S. divorce rate drops to 14.4 per 1,000 married women. Only 40% of marriages projected to end. Alabama legal analysis.
Shannon Elizabeth filed for divorce April 14, 2026 and launched OnlyFans April 16. How California Family Code § 771 protects post-separation income.
NYT alleges Paolo Zampolli called ICE's David Venturella to deport his ex during a custody battle. What NY courts would do under DRL § 240.
Rory McIlroy won the April 12, 2026 Masters with wife Erica Stoll after his May 2024 Florida divorce filing and June 2024 dismissal.
Gov. Kehoe signed HB 1908 on April 7, 2026, ending Missouri's decades-old practice of delaying divorces for pregnant spouses. Effective Aug. 28, 2026.
Ryan Lochte's April 2026 Florida divorce went public when ex-wife Kayla Reid posted private emails. Here's what Fla. Stat. § 61.13 says about social media evidence.
April 16, 2026 murder-suicide of Dr. Cerina Fairfax, weeks after custody order under Va. Code § 20-124.3, raises urgent questions about high-risk separations.
Texas 5th District affirmed April 13 ruling: Cash App showing $159K in deposits over 14 months outweighed husband's unemployment claim.
Georgia judge awards Ralph Pittman primary physical custody April 10, orders Drew Sidora to vacate by May 31. What O.C.G.A. § 19-9-3 means for your case.
Abbey Romeo and David Isaacman split April 11, 2026 after 5 years. What California law says about unmarried couples splitting assets and property.
Kayla Reid exposes Ryan Lochte's emails as Florida divorce enters Year 2. What Fla. Stat. § 61.13 says about parental misconduct.
Illinois First District ruling on April 14, 2026 in 'In re Parentage of R.C.' affirms 50/50 joint educational decision-making under 750 ILCS 5/602.5.
Gov. Lee signed HJR 182 on April 9, 2026, designating June as Nuclear Family Month. What it means for TN family law.
RHOM star Lisa Hochstein surrendered April 15, 2026 on felony wiretap charges. What Florida Statute § 934.03 means for divorce recordings.
Kentucky Court of Appeals denied ex-Gov. Bevin's writ April 8, 2026. Judge Johnson's 15-page order April 16 declines recusal. Adopted son Jonah, 19, can continue retroactive support push.
RHOM star Lisa Hochstein surrendered April 15, 2026 on felony wiretap charge after 98 recordings found in ex-husband's Mercedes. Florida law analysis.
Virginia Court of Appeals upheld April 13, 2026 a premarital agreement waiving elective share of a $17M estate, rejecting duress claims under Va. Code § 64.2.
Virginia Court of Appeals affirms April 13, 2026 ruling enforcing prenup signed 6 weeks before marriage, blocking widower's $17M estate claim.
David Craig filed for divorce from RHONY star Sai De Silva on April 2, 2026 in NYC. Analysis of NY equitable distribution and custody law.
Amanda Ungaro alleges ex Paolo Zampolli triggered her ICE deportation during a NY custody battle. What N.Y. Dom. Rel. Law § 240(1) says.
White Lotus star Alexandra Daddario and producer Andrew Form separate after 3 years. California Family Code § 760 community property analysis.
LA judge approves confidential settlement ending Maroon 5 bassist Mickey Madden's 3-month marriage to Kate Bowman after DV allegations.
On April 9, 2026, the Louisiana Supreme Court permanently disbarred New Orleans attorney Lon Burns Jr. for forging a spouse's signature on a divorce petition.
Texas Fifth Court of Appeals affirms $1,840/month child support based on $159K in Cash App deposits, making digital records decisive evidence in divorce.
Dwight Howard withdrew his protective order against Amy Luciani on April 15, 2026, one week after a judge granted it. What Georgia law says.
Jefferson Family Court Judge Angela Johnson refused to step down from Matt Bevin's divorce on April 16, 2026. What KRS 26A.015 says about recusal.
Janel Parrish and Chris Long end 7-year marriage April 2026. California community property, spousal support rules explained.