Love and Law with Atty. Elizabeth Yang

If you never earned a paycheck during your marriage, does that mean you walk away with nothing in divorce? In California, the answer is no. In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang explains what non-working spouses are legally entitled to in a California divorce, from community property to spousal support and retirement benefits. The law recognizes that raising children, managing the househ...

Life moves fast—but custody orders don’t change just because circumstances do. In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang breaks down one of the most misunderstood concepts in California family law: why modifying custody or visitation is not as simple as saying “things are different now.” Instead, courts require proof of a significant changed circumstance before they will even consider adjust...

One of the biggest fears people have before divorce is simple: “Am I going to lose half of everything?” In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang breaks down what actually happens during a California divorce, and why the answer is more nuanced than most people think. California is a community property state, but that does not mean every asset gets physically split down the middle. ✨ What co...

Michael Jackson passed away more than 15 years ago, but his estate is still making headlines in court. For most families, that might sound like a celebrity problem. But in California, the same probate system that handled his estate could also handle yours. In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang explains why estate planning is not just for the wealthy. It is for anyone who owns a home, has...

New California family laws took effect in 2026—and a lot of parents are wondering the same thing: did everything just change? In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang breaks down what actually changed, what stayed the same, and what families need to pay attention to now. From domestic violence protections to support calculations and modern family planning, this conversation cuts through the...

What family law attorneys know about marriage that you don't. "Our profession is so lucrative because people don't get informed what they're signing up for." In this episode: The 10-year rule that changes everything in California Why a $500K divorce bill is more common than you think What divorce lawyers actually advise their own friends Why your prenup might be worthless in a California court Dia...

What do MrBeast’s ghost kitchen controversy, Priscilla Presley’s battle over Graceland, and a small business owner suing Meta all have in common? One thing: contracts that didn’t go far enough. In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang breaks down how unclear, incomplete, or overlooked agreements can spiral into major legal disputes—whether you’re a global brand or just starting a side hustl...

Lunar New Year is a time to sweep away the old and welcome new opportunities—but it’s also the perfect moment to reset your business strategy. In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang explores how families and entrepreneurs can use the New Year as a turning point to transform side hustles into real, protected businesses. Drawing surprising lessons from headline-making companies like OpenAI,...

If you’re in a photo, you own it… right? Not under U.S. copyright law. In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang unpacks the surprising legal reality behind Jennifer Lopez being sued for posting a photo of herself on Instagram. The rule is simple—but shocking: the person who takes the photo owns it, not the person in it. And in California, that’s only half the story. 📸 Why being the subject...

What if the reason a global pop star managed a quiet, private divorce in the age of viral tweets wasn’t luck—but strategy? In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang breaks down how Ariana Grande’s prenup reflects a powerful shift in modern relationship planning. This wasn’t just about dividing bank accounts. It was about protecting digital assets, online reputation, confidentiality, and soci...

🎙️ Episode 24: From DMs to Discord – How Divorce Got Digitally Complicated Think your group chats are private? Think again. In today’s world, a single screenshot can reshape custody, finances, and even your credibility in court. In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang dives into the digital revolution of modern divorce—where everything from Instagram rants to crypto wallets can become lega...

🎙️ Episode 23: AI Took My Art—Now What? The Copyright Battle Reshaping Creative Work What happens when a machine can replicate your life's work in seconds—without ever asking permission? Thousands of artists are discovering their distinctive styles showing up in AI-generated images, sparking one of the most consequential copyright battles of our time. This isn't just about art—it's abo...

🎙️ Episode 22: Are You Ready for 2026? New California Laws Reshaping Everyday Life What happens when the law suddenly touches almost every corner of your daily routine? In 2026, California is rolling out a wave of new laws that will change how we rent, work, run businesses, and even decide when to go to court. From refrigerators in rentals to revamped worker protections, the rules of everyday life...

🎙️ Episode 21: When Brands Become Everyday Words – The Taco Tuesday Trademark Battle Can a phrase everyone uses still “belong” to one company? For decades, a small regional chain quietly owned the federal trademark for “Taco Tuesday” while millions of people—and even celebrities—used it like it was public property. By 2023, that ownership finally cracked under cultural pressure. In this episode of...

🎙️ Episode 20: Scarlett Johansson vs. Disney – When One Line in a Contract Costs Millions What does “theatrical release” really mean in the age of streaming? For Scarlett Johansson, that single phrase became the center of a multimillion-dollar legal battle with Disney—and a cautionary tale for anyone signing a contract in today’s digital world. In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang unpac...

🎙️ Episode 19: Apple’s $634M Problem – A Patent War Over One Sensor What do you get when a single blood oxygen sensor sparks a $634 million jury verdict, an import ban, and a global tech scramble? Welcome to the world of modern patent warfare. In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang breaks down the high-stakes legal battle between Apple and medical tech company Masimo—and what it reveals a...

🎙️ Episode 18: Before You Say ‘I Do’ – What Divorce Taught Me About Love, Conflict, and Prenups Divorce isn’t just a legal process—it’s a profound personal journey. In this deeply personal episode of Love and Law , Elizabeth Yang shares her own experiences navigating divorce and how they’ve shaped her approach to relationships, family dynamics, and the legal tools that can make all the difference....

What if the video that cost you custody wasn’t real—but no one could prove it? In this episode of Love and Law , Elizabeth Yang dives into one of the most alarming trends facing family courts today: AI-generated evidence. From deepfake videos to synthetic audio recordings, artificial intelligence is now being weaponized in custody battles—and the legal system is scrambling to catch up. ⚖️ How AI-g...

When Britney Spears and Sam Asghari announced their split , many expected another headline-grabbing legal battle. But instead of chaos, the divorce wrapped up quietly—and quickly. Why? A rock-solid prenup. In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang breaks down what made Britney’s prenup so effective, and what the rest of us can learn from it. From protecting intellectual property to managing...

What happens when your partner starts spending thousands of dollars —and emotional energy—on an AI companion? In California, it might be considered infidelity. In this mind-bending episode of Love and Law , Atty. Elizabeth Yang explores how courts are handling emotional affairs with AI chatbots, and why these virtual relationships are having real consequences in divorce and custody cases. From Sil...

When Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner’s custody battle made headlines, most people braced for a drawn-out, high-conflict courtroom war. But what happened instead surprised everyone: a private mediation that brought resolution in just a few weeks. In this episode of Love and Law , Elizabeth Yang explores how this high-profile international case reflects a growing shift in how families—celebrity and non-...

When most people think of domestic violence, they picture physical harm. But Denise Richards’ case shed light on a far more insidious—and common—form of abuse: coercive control. In this powerful episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang unpacks how California’s domestic violence laws are evolving to recognize psychological manipulation, digital harassment, and emotional isolation as serious forms of...

With Taylor Swift’s billion-dollar empire and Travis Kelce’s NFL legacy making headlines, the prenup conversation is suddenly everywhere. But these agreements aren’t just for celebrities. They’re becoming one of the most powerful tools for building trust, protecting creative assets, and redefining modern love. In this episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang unpacks the evolution of prenuptial agre...

In an industry known for fast breakups and public drama, Jessica Alba and Cash Warren just hit 15 years of marriage—while raising three kids and co-running a billion-dollar brand. In this episode of Love and Law , Elizabeth Yang explores what sets their relationship apart—and what every couple (not just celebrities) can learn from it. From prenups to estate planning to proactive mediation, we unpa...

Most people think prenups are only for millionaires—or for people who expect their marriage to fail. But what if a prenup could be the thing that protects your greatest success before it even exists? In this intimate episode of Love and Law, Elizabeth Yang is joined by a special guest—an anonymous creative professional who opens up about the prenup conversation that changed her relationship, her c...