family court

  • Jay Z Faces Paternity Suit: Judge Gives Green Light To Proceed

    “Is this about to turn into the most high-profile Maury moment ever?” That’s how legal commentator CitizenJournalist (@CJournalist24) put it in a viral post after a judge gave Raymir Satterthwaite the go-ahead to move forward with his paternity lawsuit against entertainment mogul Shawn “Jay Z” Carter. The decision clears the way for what could become…

  • Missouri Law Prevents Divorce During Pregnancy, Even In Cases of Violence

    A recently spotlighted statute in Missouri is causing a stir, particularly among legal circles and advocacy groups, as it restricts divorce proceedings for pregnant individuals, even in cases of domestic violence. The law, originating in 1973, mandates that individuals seeking divorce must disclose their pregnancy status. In effect, pregnant petitioners are barred from legally ending…