Congratulations to Attorney Richard E. Barnes on his book, “Estate Planning for Blended Families: Providing for Your Spouse and Children in a Second Marriage” (Nolo, $34.99). Mark Kanny of the TRIBUNE-REVIEW reviews the book: “A second marriage isn’t a just second marriage; given the complexities, it’s more like marriage squared, says author Richard E. Barnes.… Read More
How in the world can you get married accidentally? Read this story from the Des Moines Register click here. ” Iowa law recognizes so-called “common-law marriage.” In fact, the law already reads broadly, “A man or woman who was or is held out as the person’s spouse by a person by virtue of a common-law… Read More
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“Intellectual property” includes patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. This area of the law protects “ideas and works” against unauthorized use of this property by others. If you are an author, artist, or inventor, your creations may be your most valuable assets. You are probably aware that your need to protect your rights to your… Read More