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Most individuals have heard the news that Alabama passed a law that effectively “bans” what is known as IVF. But what is IVF, why does the law essentially ban it, and what does that mean for you in Nevada? IVF stands for “in vitro fertilization.” This is a medical treatment that is used predominantly for couples experiencing infertility. It involves…
Beginning on July 1, 2023, it became illegal to place a GPS tracker on an individual’s vehicle without their knowledge. The change came about due to Assembly Bill (“AB”) 356, a bipartisan bill approved unanimously by the Nevada Legislature and signed into law by Governor Lombardo. The United States District Court for the District of Nevada previously held, in Ringelberg…
Premarital Agreements in Nevada More couples, including same sex couples, are utilizing premarital agreements, also known as prenuptial agreements, in an attempt to avoid the high cost of divorce. One who gets married in Nevada without a prenuptial agreement is expressly consenting to be bound by the laws of Nevada in the event of a divorce. Prenuptial agreements may not…
Though it does not happen often, sometimes a parent encounters a situation in which the other parent or a third party has wrongfully withheld a child from that parent for an extended period or has alienated a child from that parent to the point that reunification may not be possible or take a long time. In such case, a parent’s…
I am often “told” by prospective clients that they want a certain gender representing him or her in their divorce. While it is certainly up to an individual whom they choose to represent him or her in a divorce action, it is up to attorney to give the appropriate advice. The “best lawyer for your case” is better than a…
Those who own and use smartphones are likely aware of the lack of real privacy present in today’s world. Perhaps you’ve noticed Facebook ads for items you previously Googled. Maybe you were the victim of ransomware on your computer, resulting in a loss of important documents. These issues are particularly relevant in family law cases. Family law attorneys…
RELIGIOUS HOSTILITY IN THE FAMILY COURT The attorneys at Pecos Law Group took a stand for religious freedom last week. In Arcella v. Arcella, Clark County Family Court Judge Brown disallowed a child’s enrollment at Faith Lutheran Middle School solely because the mother objected to the school’s religious affiliation. But as the United States Supreme Court has held, “the First Amendment mandates governmental neutrality between religion and religion, and between religion…
We are excited to announce that Rahul Gupta, Senior Deputy District Attorney from the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, has agreed to be a late addition to our December 1, 2016 program. Mr. Gupta will present “Introduction of Social Media into Evidence, Including Overcoming Hearsay Objections.” The program will show the proper way to lay a foundation, and how to…