Massachusetts Parentage Act and LGBTQ+ Parentage Equality

Massachusetts bill aims to update state law to redefine who legally qualifies as a parent, ensuring legal parentage equality for children born to parents regardless of marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The bill has faced criticism and support from various groups.

Adverse Possession and Squatters' Rights

Adverse possession allows individuals to claim ownership of land they have possessed for an extended period of time. Each state has different requirements for adverse possession.

Crackdown on Squatters

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill cracking down on squatters after a woman in Dallas documented her nightmare experience with a squatter who trashed her home and sold her belongings while she was away caring for a family member. The squatter took advantage of 'squatters' rights laws, making it difficult for the homeowner to evict them.