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08/26/2026

The KY Supreme Court Round-Up has just been posted. No family law cases this month, but there are some blockbuster criminal cases.

No family law cases this month from the KY Supreme Court, but there are a trio of cases for our criminal defense friends.

08/24/2026

Here's the latest from the RoundUp blog. This week, important cases on contempt, parenting time, and other tomfoolery in KY Family Law.

A lot to unpack in this week’s Round Up. One published case, but there are some unreported cases to remember as well. Without further ado, let’s get to it. Corey Davis v. Sandra Davis, 2025-CA-0065 Some divorces end marriages; other couples just find new ways...

08/21/2026

The Friday Funny, hero edition.

08/14/2026

The Friday Funny, old west edition.

08/11/2026

Mom or dad is using medical ma*****na in KY.

Is that child abuse? Neglect?

That, and much more in this week's Round Up.

A mixed bag for the final Round Up of July 2026. It includes a few adoptions, a termination of parental rights, and even an IPO affirmation.

08/08/2026

Frankfort has made a monumental mistake in this new law. While the intent might be laudable, the ex*****on is awful. It will bring out the worst in divorce cases involved children. Increasing the stakes and costs in these cases. A must read for lawyers, judges and every litigant.

A new Kentucky law creates a nightmare for families, judges, and lawyers. KRS 403.270 raises the already-high stakes of family law litigation.

08/07/2026

The Friday Funny. Sinking ship department.

08/06/2026

The latest from the Court of Appeals in this installment. Features a case that court-appointed lawyers in abuse cases should read.
Plus, a win for the voters and Melina Hettiaratchi from the KY Court of Appeals.

Special bonus: the weekly criminal tally at no extra charge.

This week: one gamechanger family law case, the criminal tally, and a special section on an election appeal close to home for the H+A team.

08/04/2026

A potential case of the year in the latest Round Up.

Starting off with a case that is to be published, this week is full of noteworthy reminders for both parents and practitioners alike.

07/31/2026

The Friday Funny, from the rodeo law department.