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27 Apr Kentucky Enacts Major Change in Custody Laws
On April 26, 2018, Governor Matt Bevin signed a law which significantly changed the laws related to child custody determination. Amid the conflict on other political issues, this legislation flew below the radar. The new law creates a presumption of joint custody and equal parenting...
03 Nov Divorcees, take note — Tax deductions on alimony payments may end
Goucho Marx said, “Alimony is like buying hay for a dead horse.” We're not sure we agree with that. But if the GOP tax reform bill passes as written, folks may be paying taxes on that dead horse's hay. One provision of the Republican tax reform bill,...
26 Mar Don’t let your Spring Break get Spring Broken
You wouldn't forget your bathing suit or flip-flops, so why forget to call your insurance agent? Sunshine State tourism brochures don't mention this, but it’s dangerous to drive in the state of Florida! Why? Because Florida does not mandate liability insurance for its drivers like most...
22 Sep Evidence Doesn’t Lie … Or Does It?
Forensic science is great for TV ratings, but not much else. A report released by the White House this week reveals the results of a study conducted by the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST). This study on the scientific validity of...
25 Aug Sunlight on the Dark Side of Foster Care
In the first open proceeding under Senate Bill 40, a new Kentucky law, the Jefferson County Family Court heard arguments about children mired in foster care this week. Wednesday, Judge Judith K. Bartholomew scheduled an evidentiary hearing for September 28, 2016, at 11 a.m. to...
12 Aug Gimme the keys please, Dad…
Here at Helmers+Associates, our firm family is about to have our first teen driver. Beyond dealing with the typical parental nerves, there are some hard facts to consider when handing your highschooler the keys. Automobile accidents are the leading cause of death among teenagers. Despite...
14 Jul CPS just knocked on your door…
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You’re a good parent -- the type of person who would never to anything to harm your children. If anything, you might even be a bit over-protective. Despite all that, a social worker from Child Protective Services announces an investigation into child abuse or neglect in your...
22 Jun Kentucky Supreme Court Calls Foul on Three Pony Rule
A recent decision by the Commonwealth’s Supreme Court is sure to tip off change in Kentucky child support case law after the Three Pony Rule’s dominance in the courts over the past two decades. In their opinion rendered May 5, 2016, the Supremes order Denver...