Earlier this year, a new DUI bill was introduced in the House by Representative Roberts and McKean. This bill would have created the new traffic offense of “Tandem DUI per se.” As introduced, HB19-1146 stated that “Tandem DUI per se means driving when a peace officer has evidence, based on the driver’s demeanor, behavior, and observable impairment, to […]
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The Supreme Court Will Decide an International Custody Case
When a relationship ends, it leaves lots of loose ends—particularly when there is a child involved. Under the best circumstances, determining child custody and visitation is difficult; when the parents have a contentious or volatile relationship, the stakes are even higher. Such is the case for Michelle Monasky and Domenico Taglieri. The termination of their […]
Failed Criminal Justice Legislation Drives Wedge Between Arizona Advocates and Lawmakers
Criminal justice reform has swept much of the nation as lawmakers move away from harsh punishment as a deterrent and begin exploring the value of rehabilitation. Many states in the nation have reduced mandatory sentences for nonviolent drug offenders, first-time offenders, and property crimes. According to criminal defense attorney Case Darwin, “restorative justice is becoming […]
Undiagnosed Heart Problem Leads to $11.5 Medical Malpractice Award for 11-Year-Old Girl
The medical field is one subject to constant scrutiny and research, leading to frequent changes in standards and expectations—and for good reason. When patients see a medical professional, whether it’s for something as minor as a checkup or as major as emergency surgery, they should be able to feel confident that their practitioner has the […]
Courts Revisit Tough Question: Can Genes Be Patented?
To laypeople, the idea of having a gene patented may sound impossible. However, an amendment to federal patent legislation could allow pharmaceutical and biotech companies to patent genes, a decision that would have significant consequences for a variety of industries, medical care providers, and patients. New Amendment Could Change Legal Precedent Legal precedent was established […]
Skin Rashes and Workers’ Compensation: New Uniforms Bring Trouble to Delta Airlines
Flight attendants are known for working in an exceptionally dangerous field. This job is one of the most unhealthy in the United States, since flight attendants spend so much time in close quarters with passengers, have abnormal sleep patterns, and often work in unclean work environments. When Delta Airlines introduced new uniforms that attendants were […]
Court Battle Over $10,000-per-Month Alimony Payments as Ex-Wife Remarries in Church Ceremony
Alimony, also known as spousal support, is one of the most controversial topics in many divorce cases. If a partner makes sacrifices to support the other person’s career or gives up their own career to raise children, they may be entitled to support after the termination of the marriage. However, a growing number of states […]
Estate Planning for Same-Sex Couples
The 2015 Supreme Court decision that affirmed the legality of same-sex marriage across the United States is still fairly recent in the country’s history, leaving many same-sex couples without the estate planning documents they need to protect themselves in the event of their partner’s death. It’s important for same-sex couples to set aside time to […]
What About Fluffy?: Custody of Pets in Divorce
Those who own pets know the deep bond that you can form with an animal—and unfortunately, too many know the pain of being separated from a beloved pet during divorce. In most states, pets are simply treated as property during a divorce. The court may look into who purchased the pet, whose name is on […]
New Burial Options in Washington as the State Legalizes Composting of Human Bodies
In May of 2019, Washington made history by passing a bill that would allow people to have their loved ones’ remains disposed of via composting, offering an option beyond traditional burial and cremation. Why Would You Compost? The law has stirred up more than its fair share of complaints and controversy, and the state senator […]