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7 Money Red Flags That Leave You Legally Liable for a Partner’s Debt Once You Merge Accounts

Merging finances can make everyday money management easier, but it can also change who carries legal responsibility for a debt. Adding a partner to a credit account, signing a loan together, or combining bank accounts can create obligations that did not exist before.

The Free Financial Advisor · Sep 24

Can an HOA Fine You for Letting Your Lawn Go Dormant?

Your grass turns brown during a scorching, rainless summer, so you do what seems reasonable: stop pouring hundreds of gallons of water onto it and let the lawn go dormant. Then an HOA violation notice appears in the mailbox demanding that you restore the green lawn—or face a fine. It…

Frugal Gardening · Sep 20

Putting an Adult Child in Charge of Your Money: The Power-of-Attorney Traps Families Find Too Late

Naming your son or daughter to handle your finances if you become sick can seem like one of the simplest decisions in retirement planning. You...

Saving Advice · Sep 11

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Marijuana Contracts Are Not Enforceable in Federal Court

Just because marijuana is legal under state law does not mean marijuana is legal -- a useful reminder.

Reason · Sep 11

Lindsay Clancy murder case: Lawyer asks Trump to pardon Massachusetts mother after mistrial

The lawyer representing Lindsay Clancy, whose trial over the deaths of her three children ended without a verdict, has asked President Donald Trump to pardon her despite the case being prosecuted under Massachusetts state law.

The Times of India · Sep 8

Lion King Composer vs. Comedian Dispute Leads to ~$40K Attorney Fee Award Against Composer

Look, there's an attorney fee award. Oh my god!

Reason · Sep 2

Hall Pass: Your Ticket to Understanding School Board Politics, Edition #220

Welcome to Hall Pass, a newsletter written to keep you plugged into the conversations driving school board governance, the politics surrounding it, and education policy.

Ballotpedia · Aug 26

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A new Texas law declaws neighborhood groups that oppose housing projects

Lawmakers gutted an old state law that required a city council supermajority to approve a new housing development if neighbors petitioned the proposal.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 26

Laws in 12 states provide school boards with differing authority and powers depending on the type of district they represent

Most states either have only one type of school district or do not distinguish between powers and duties for different types of school boards. However, 12 states have different types of school districts with distinct powers and duties under state law. Boards with different authorities may have unique control over…

Ballotpedia · Aug 24

Mamdani sued after New York City mayor’s luxury second home tax causes ‘panic’

The lawsuit, which has ties to a Republican city council member and Mamdani’s past rivals, accuses the city of ignoring state law

The Independent UK · Aug 8

US federal judge blocks New York’s ban on ICE officers wearing masks

Judge puts hold on mask ban while allowing state law prohibiting cooperation between police and ICE to stand

The Guardian - US · Aug 4

Amicus Brief in Suncor Energy v. County Commissioners of Boulder County

In the upcoming climate change case the Supreme Court should reject the industry and Trump Administration arguments for preemption-by-penumbra.

Reason · Aug 3

Elon Musk's xAI Sues Minnesota Over New State Law Banning AI 'Nudify' Technology

Elon Musk's SpaceXAI sues Minnesota over a new law banning AI nudification tools, arguing it violates free speech. The law, effective August 2026, aims to prevent non-consensual image creation.

International Business Times UK · Jul 29

Talarico: Paxton committed voter fraud

ProPublica and The Texas Tribune found that the attorney general may have broken state law

Salon · Jul 28

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The Texas Tribune · Jul 24

Ken Paxton has long crusaded against voter fraud. His Senate rival now accuses him of committing it.

James Talarico’s comments come after ProPublica and The Texas Tribune found that the attorney general may have broken state law by voting using an address where he no longer appears to live.

International Business Times UK · Jul 23

Nike Ordered to Pay Over $7M to Ex-Worker After Jury Finds She Was Paid Less Than Male Colleagues

Nike has been ordered to pay over $7.5 million after a jury found the company discriminated against a former female employee in pay and promotions, violating federal and state laws.

Reason · Jul 20

The Second Circuit's Problematic Rule 702 Analysis in its Recent Tylenol Decision

Last week, in Rutledge v. Walgreen Co., the Second Circuit revived failure-to-warn claims under state law relating to maternal use… The post The Second Circuit's Problematic Rule 702 Analysis in its Recent Tylenol Decision appeared first on Reason.com.

Kiplinger · Jul 16

Alabama Sales Tax Holiday 2026 Starts Friday With Higher Tax-Free Limits

Thanks to a new state law, Alabama families can save more during the back-to-school sales tax-free weekend this year.

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The Economic Times · Jul 15

Elon Musk likely broke the law by promising voters $1 million payouts: Wisconsin board

Wisconsin election officials found Elon Musk likely broke state law. He offered one million dollar checks to voters before a state Supreme Court election. Two complaints were referred to prosecutors for potential criminal charges. Musk's political action committee also offered payments for petition signatures. This follows his significant spending on…

Ballotpedia · Jul 14

Idaho initiative to create a statutory right to abortion becomes the fourth abortion-related measure on 2026 ballots

The Idaho secretary of state announced on July 13, 2026, that Idahoans United for Women and Families submitted enough valid signatures to place an initiative on the ballot to create a right to reproductive freedom and privacy in state law.

Latin Times · Jul 13

What Happens to Lindsey Graham's Senate Seat? South Carolina Faces Rapid Election Timeline

The death of Sen. Lindsey Graham does more than leave a vacancy in the U.S. Senate. It also sets off an unusually fast political process in South Carolina, where state law requires both an interim appointment and an expedited election to determine who will appear on the November ballot.

Ballotpedia · Jul 7

South Carolina adopts REINS-style state law, prohibits judicial deference

On June 30, 2026, Gov. Henry McMaster (R) signed H 3021, making South Carolina the third state this year to enact a REINS-style law, and the fifth to prohibit judicial deference. The bill included other provisions related to executive agency procedure and oversight.

The Independent UK · Jul 6

Supreme Court won't block Texas from enforcing a law requiring age verification for app downloads

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to block Texas from enforcing a state law that requires age verification and parental consent for users seeking to download apps or make in-app purchases on mobile phones

Everybody Loves Your Money · Jul 4

Home Sellers Must Sign a Risk Disclosure to Keep a Listing Private — States Crack Down on Quiet Sales

Private home sales just got a lot less “behind the scenes” in Connecticut. A new state law now requires home sellers to sign a risk disclosure if they want to keep their listing off the Multiple Listing Service, better known as the MLS. That shift puts a bright spotlight on…

Reason · Jul 4

Virginia Law Banning Law Enforcement Officer Masks Blocked as to ICE

From U.S. v. Virginia, decided yesterday by Judge Robert Payne (E.D. Va.): On May 20, 2026, citing concerns that federal… The post Virginia Law Banning Law Enforcement Officer Masks Blocked as to ICE appeared first on Reason.com.

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