The past two years have brought a wave of legislative and judicial actions impacting the rights and recognition of LGBTQ+ individuals and families. According to the ACLU, over 500 anti-LGBTQ+ bills were introduced across the...more
A Hollywood Legend’s Final Act: A Lesson in Estate Planning -
The world recently bid farewell to legendary actor Gene Hackman, who passed away on February 18, 2025, at the age of 95. Just six days earlier, his wife, Betsy...more
A Civil Rights Legacy, a Contested Will, and Questions of Capacity -
Gizelle Bryant, one of the stars of the Real Housewives of Potomac, is currently embroiled in a legal dispute that touches on deep family ties, a civil...more
The term "gray divorce" is commonly used to describe later-life separations, but "golden divorce" might be a more fitting term, suggesting optimism and new beginnings. This concept reminds me of the beloved 1980s sitcom The...more
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The untimely death of rapper Takeoff, a member of the Grammy-nominated hip-hop trio Migos—also consisting of rappers Quavo and Offset—left fans, family, and the music industry in shock. Born Kirshnik Khari Ball, Takeoff’s...more