The Supreme Court recently began its 2012-2013 term. One of the most hotly anticipated issues which may be brought before the Court is the constitutionality of same-sex marriage. Two of the most common legal arguments in support of same-sex marriage is that prohibiting it violates the equal protection clause and the due process clause. Both…
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Guardianship, Parental Rights
Guardianship refers to the legal authority to care for a minor child or legally incapacitated adult. Natural parents automatically have this legal right over their children. When a natural parent’s passes away, or if his/her parental rights are terminated, an interested party (usually an extended family member) may petition the probate court for guardianship over…