Ah, the holidays — a season for joy, generosity, and some rather unique lawsuits. Just as shoppers pack the aisles, courts are packing their dockets with cases that range from the highly publicized to the hilariously bizarre. If you're in the mood for some courtroom drama, especially one that involves tomatoes, Tofurky, or SpaghettiOs, you've come to the right place.
The late, great Whitney Houston once sang, “I believe the children are the future / Teach them well and let them lead the way.”
We agree that children are indeed the future. But before they can lead the way, they need to be fed, educated, and cared for, which should be a simple enough task for most parents.
In recent posts, we highlighted some fascinating divorce trends and celebrations that are cropping up everywhere. Some notable ones include Mauritania’s lively divorce parties and the growing popularity of divorce registries and rings. People seem to be embracing the idea that a split deserves just as much fanfare as a wedding.
In the restaurant world, tips are the lifeblood of many employees' earnings. Customers leave them to show appreciation, and employees rely on these to make ends meet. But what happens when management decides to dip into the tip jar? Spoiler alert: It can land your company in hot water — of the legal variety.
We mentioned in a previous post that you shouldn’t be too quick to trust the claim that “50% of marriages end in divorce.” If you’ve read that somewhere, it’s likely fueled by a healthy dose of cynicism. Interestingly, recent studies show that while marriage rates are up, divorce rates are down.
When married couples split up, the big question is often about who gets what. Ordinarily, cutting up the conjugal pie can be a complex and emotionally charged process. But if the home in question is a mega-mansion with a private gym, a soundproofed bowling alley, and more bedrooms than a luxury hotel, the stakes are a little higher.
Picture this: you’re planning your dream wedding, only to find out your beloved has cold feet — or worse, they’ve called the whole thing off. Can you seek justice in court for your shattered dreams and empty wallet? Let’s take a closer look at whether the law has anything to say about being left at the altar.
It’s hard to picture a world without Instagram, the go-to platform for everything from flaunting flawless selfies to launching skincare lines. And, of course, announcing divorces. For celebrities, it’s become the preferred stage to update their fan base on their latest life events, whether they’re getting hitched or splitting up.
We’re family law attorneys by trade, celebrity news enthusiasts by choice. And when it comes to dissecting star-studded splits like Bennifer 2.0, we’ve done our due diligence. We didn’t rush into writing this take, unlike some couples do with their little whirlwind romances.
The thought of receiving a generous tip may bring a smile to any server’s face. But what happens when a tip seems a bit too generous? Can you sue someone for giving past the tipping point?
A 2022 case in Pennsylvania has brought this issue into the spotlight, showing that the world of tipping may have more legal nuances than expected.