Timothy P. Flynn
Right to Bear Arms Restricted in Domestic Violence Case
SCOTUS upholds federal restriction of 2nd amendment right to bear arms in Texas domestic violence case.
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Divorce and Retirement
Married couples sometimes contemplate divorce as they approach retirement. This post provides commentary on some of the principal issues.
Timothy P. Flynn
Gaslighting and Divorce
Many a divorcing spouse has attempted to psychologically destabilize the other spouse. Gaslighting is perhaps the most common example of this abusive conduct. How do you know if you are being gaslit by your spouse?
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California Sober and Michigan Courts
Some addiction recovery therapists are endorsing a new form of sobriety known as "California Sober". This approach to sobriety involves moderate therapeutic use of marijuana and mushrooms. What are the risks of this Cali-style approach to long-term sobriety.
Timothy P. Flynn
Long-Distance Parenting: Travel Restrictions
Long-distance parenting poses a challenge to both parent and child. This post examines how family courts approach this parenting issue in the divorce context.
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Alimony in Gross
Spousal support, also known as alimony, can be ordered by a family court judge. This post examines the legal concept of "alimony in gross" and looks at a recent appellate decision addressing this concept.
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Cross-Motions for Change of Custody in Family Court
High-conflict child custody cases sometimes feature cross-motions for child custody in family court. This post breaks down this tricky parenting situation.
Timothy P. Flynn
Why Student Athletes Need Estate Plans
With the onset of NIL, alumni donor collectives, and their attendant regulations, elite student athletes now need estate plans. This post examines these recent legal changes in what once was considered amateur athletics.
Timothy P. Flynn
Digital Domestic Abuse and Car Apps
With the expansion of the "Internet of Things", car apps have been weaponized by digital domestic abusers. Car apps are another tool that creates the impression for the victim that they are not even in control of their own vehicle.
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New Uniform Power of Attorney Act Signed Into Law
Michigan has now adopted the Uniform Power of Attorney Act. This allows a principal to designate an agent, a power of attorney, to handle their financial transactions.