according to law
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“These rules aim to protect people who find new companionship later in life while acknowledging the loss of a first spouse,” according to law firm PLBH.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 9, 2026
The Louisiana National Guard had already deployed to New Orleans over the Thanksgiving weekend to help secure the city during the Bayou Classic college football game, according to law enforcement.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 3, 2025
That leaves the National Capital Planning Commission which, according to law, would weigh in on the construction of the new ballroom.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2025
He added: "The Chinese government will, according to law, examine and approve relevant matters involving TikTok, such as the export of technology as well as the license use of intellectual property."
From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2025
“Watch your words, man. The girl has admitted to being a friend to the witch. And there is a complaint against her, made according to law and signed.”
From "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare
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