LGBT Law
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The Supreme Court Rules in Favor of the Baker Who Turned Away Gay Couple: What Does This Mean for Future "Cake Cases?"
Although the U.S. Supreme Court appeared to hand the Christian baker a victory, the Court did not hold that business owners can discriminate against same-sex couples. Continue reading to learn more about the basis for the Court’s decision.
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Same-Sex Marriage Now the Law of the Land
Supreme Court declares same-sex marriage legal in all 50 states.
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Create an Estate Plan Using WillMaker
With Nolo's Quicken WillMaker, create a will, living will, and more.
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6 Estate Planning Issues for Gay and Lesbian Couples
Gay couples have unique concerns when creating an estate plan.
For lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals and couples, life can be complicated. Relationships, jobs, and daily activities mean that most of us come in contact with the law regularly--and for LGBT folks, that means staying in touch with current laws and rules. Whether it's changes to the laws about same-sex marriage, or special tax rules that apply to LGBT couples, there's a lot to know. Find the information you need right here.
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Transgender Rights and The Trump Administration’s Definition of Sex
The Trump Administration is working to establish a legal definition of sex that would reverse Title IX federal protections for the transgender community.
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Wrongfully Terminated Due to Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity
Learn your rights against workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Although the U.S. Supreme Court appeared to hand the Christian baker a victory, the Court did not hold that business owners can discriminate against same-sex couples. Continue reading to learn more about the basis for the Court’s decision.
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Discrimination Based on Gender Identity
Learn about your rights against transgender discrimination in the workplace.
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Tenant Rights Against Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity Discrimination
Know your renter's rights if a landlord won't rent to you because you are gay, lesbian, or transgender.
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Can my employer require me to use the men's restroom when I'm transitioning to female?
He said I have to continue to use the men's restroom until I have gender reassignment surgery.
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Issues Affecting Same-Sex Couples FAQ
Does the federal government recognize same-sex marriage? Do same-sex couples face special concerns when it comes to taxes? Find answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding issues that same-sex couples face.
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Religious Beliefs May Not Provide an Exception for LGBT Discrimination
Some health care providers are aware of state antidiscrimination laws, but believe they do not have to provide treatment to LGBT patients because their choice not to treat is based on personal reli
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Taxes and Divorce for Same-Sex Married Couples
For any same-sex couple married in Connecticut, Iowa, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, or the District of Columbia, the legal questions didn't necessarily end with winning the right to marry. For many, out-of-state recognition is the big issue.
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If I marry my undocumented same-sex partner, can she get a U.S. green card?
Opportunities and complications when seeking U.S. residence or citizenship for a same-sex spouse who entered the U.S. illegally.
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We've been closeted: How do we prove to USCIS our same-sex marriage is bona fide?
Creative strategies for documenting a real marital relationship.
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What Happens to My Conditional Green Card If I Divorce Same-Sex Spouse Within First Two Years?
If your green card is based on a same-sex marriage, but you divorce before removing the conditions on your residency, what happens?
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