If you live in Kentucky, you are probably familiar with the name Bullitt. William Marshall Bullitt, the son of former attorney and Civil War officer Colonel Thomas Walker Bullitt, was one of the most influential Kentucky attorneys in the 19th and 20th centuries. His...
Year: 2026
Kentucky alcohol sales rules for business owners
Opening a bar, restaurant, or retail shop in Kentucky can involve more than choosing a location and building a customer base. Local alcohol rules can shape what you can sell, when you can sell it, and which permits you may need. Kentucky counties may be dry, wet, or...
Law and Legacy in the Bluegrass: William McAnulty Jr.
William McAnulty Jr. was a trailblazer in Kentucky law. McAnulty served as a judge at every level of the Kentucky Courts, ultimately becoming the very first African American justice on the Kentucky Supreme Court. William McAnulty Jr. was born in Indianapolis, Indiana...
The Cabinet Must Now Consider More Than the Violation Itself: New Considerations for Kentucky Child-Care Licensing Enforcement
In a previous blog post, titled What’s New? Overview of Kentucky Legislative Changes Regarding Child-care Centers, we provided an overview of House Bill 6 (“HB 6”) and House Joint Resolution 50 (“HJR 50”), two measures from Kentucky’s 2026 legislative session...
How med spa owners can keep legal compliance
Medical spas are now a popular destination for people who want fast, non-invasive cosmetic treatments in a calm, retail-like setting. But despite the spa-like environment, these are still medical procedures done in facilities subject to strict regulatory oversight. If...
What’s New? Overview of Kentucky Legislative Changes Regarding Child-care Centers
For many Kentucky families, child-care centers are more than a place for their children to spend the day. Parents and guardians value these centers because they provide a foundation for learning, growth, and development while they are busy at work or studying in...
What’s the Buzz About Senate Bill 245?
Senate Bill 245 makes several changes to Kentucky’s licensing and regulatory framework for businesses that sell tobacco, nicotine, and vapor products. The bill was designed, in part, to streamline the licensing process by establishing clearer requirements and creating...
The Foundational Step: Letters of Intent
If you have ever been involved in the buying or selling of a business, you have probably heard of a Letter of Intent (LOI). A LOI is a type of document frequently used to initiate a business transaction. Sales, purchases, mergers, and joint ventures all begin with...
Licensed for Change: Breaking Down Kentucky House Bill 424
Kentucky’s social work licensure laws are changing. Signed into law during the 2026 legislative session, House Bill 424 (HB 424) updates several provisions affecting social workers in an effort to modernize the state’s regulatory system and prepare...
Wills and Taxes: Senate Bill 50
Keeping on top of statutory updates is key to understanding the law. It is a constantly changing landscape. Not only is it an ever-evolving environment, but most people underestimate the impact statutory changes will have on their own lives. One area of the law, often...

