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Check here for legal updates and answers to your frequently asked questions about Nevada law. Please note: the law changes regularly and this website's content may not always indicate the current state of the law. Information provided here is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be legal advice. If you require legal advice, please contact The Gersten Law Firm or consult with an attorney licensed to practice in your jurisdiction.
How Does Custody Affect Child Support Payments in Nevada?
March 12th, 2020
New Nevada child support regulations went into effect on February 1, 2020. If parents cannot agree on child support payments, the new rules apply to the court’s determination of the child support amount. The guidelines include specific provisions r…
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What Counts as Income Under the 2020 Nevada Child Support Rules?
March 10th, 2020
If a judge decides on your Nevada child support case after February 1, 2020, an entirely new set of rules will apply to the court’s decision. One of the most significant changes involves specific guidelines about what does (and does not) count as i…
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Categories: Nevada Family Law
Commercial DUI in Las Vegas (What You Need to Know)
March 3rd, 2020
If you drive a commercial vehicle in Las Vegas, drunk driving and drugged driving fall under a specific Nevada law that applies to commercial DUI. Penalties for a conviction include suspension or revocation of your commercial driver’s license (CDL)…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
Does a Spouse Have a Right to Alimony in a Las Vegas Divorce?
January 30th, 2020
Like other states, Nevada has specific statutes regarding alimony in a divorce case. A common misconception is that a spouse is entitled to alimony after a divorce. In Nevada, that is not the case. However, state law does provide for several differen…
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Do You Have to Pay Your Former Spouse’s Debts After a Nevada Divorce?
January 27th, 2020
Financial issues often contribute to problems in a marriage. Sometimes, one spouse runs up credit card charges or otherwise incurs significant amounts of debt. If a Nevada marriage ends in divorce (whatever the cause), is a spouse responsible for rep…
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Do You Get Half of Your Spouse’s Property in a Nevada Divorce?
January 23rd, 2020
When spouses consider a divorce, division of the couple’s property and assets often is one of the most difficult issues to resolve. In Nevada, many people assume that property will be divided equally, with each spouse receiving half. That assumptio…
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High-Risk Protection Orders in Nevada (FAQ)
January 20th, 2020
A Nevada law providing for court-issued orders for protection against high-risk behavior went into effect on January 1, 2020. The statute, known as a “red flag” law, authorizes Nevada state courts to issue an ex parte (temporary) or extended prot…
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Nevada Background Check Act Requirements for Private Gun Sales & Transfers (Effective January 2, 2020)
January 16th, 2020
The Nevada Background Check Act, enacted into law in February 2019, went into effect on January 2, 2020. By requiring background checks for most sales and transfers of firearms between unlicensed individuals, the new law closes the gap created by the…
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Categories: Nevada Criminal Defense
Can You Get Your Las Vegas Marriage Annulled?
November 22nd, 2019
Weddings are big business in Las Vegas. Many of them are planned in advance. But others occur on the spur of the moment — and one or both new spouses wake up the next morning regretting the decision. If that happens, legal options are available to…
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New Nevada Child Support Regulations Go Into Effect on February 1, 2020
November 20th, 2019
Nevada law imposes an obligation on the parents of a child to provide necessary support, health care, education, and maintenance. The duty exists for every child under age eighteen (18). Even if the parents agree on the amount of support, the agreeme…
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