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A Short History of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA)
Provides a brief history explaining the meaning of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) and how it came to be.
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Adoption Questions and Answers
A comprehensive question and answer guide that addresses rights, resources, and issues of adoption for LGBT parents.
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AMA Resolution Fact Sheet
Provides information about the American Medical Association's decision to support private and public health insurers to cover people with Gender Identity Disorder.
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Anti-LGBT Violence and Harassment
Discusses violence and harassment against LGBT people and legal courses of action.
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Bibliography of Adoption Cases
A list of relevant case law in regards to adoption by LGBT parents.
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Bibliography of Custody and Visitation Cases
A list of relevant case law in regard to custody and visitation of LGBT parents and their children.
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Bragdon v. Abbott Q&A
A brief question and answer guide to address the impact of the HIV supreme court case, Bragdon v. Abbott.
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Canadian Marriage FAQ
A comprehensive guide of answers to frequently asked questions about getting married in Canada.
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Cases Addressing Section 3 of DOMA
Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act defines marriage as being between a man and a woman. This publication provides a list of cases that challenge this discriminatory definition of marriage.
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Civil Marriage and Freedom of Religion
A discussion of how freedom of religion and civil marriage can impact one another.
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Civil Marriage vs Civil Unions
Examines the practical and philosophical differences between civil unions and civil marriage.
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Connecticut: Legal Protections for Transgender People
Describes the protections transgender people have in Connecticut now that "gender identity or expression" has been added to all the anti-discrimination laws.
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CT: Overview of Legal Issues for Lesbians, Gay Men, Bisexuals, and Transgender People
An overview of anti-discrimination law, family law, hate crimes, and students' rights for LGBT people in Connecticut.
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CT: Overview of Legal Issues for People with HIV
An overview of anti-discrimination law, testing & privacy laws, and other laws related to people who are living with HIV/AIDS in Connecticut.
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Disability Benefits
A guide to long term disability benefits.
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DOMA Means Federal Discrimination Against Married Same-Sex Couples
Highlights the injustices of DOMA and explains GLAD's work to challenge it.
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Domestic Partnership Benefits Overview
An overview of the rights accorded to those who are in domestic partnerships.
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Domestic Partnership Benefits Still Matter in the Age of Equal Marriage
Examines the differences between domestic partnerships and marriage in respect to LGBT employment benefits.
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Domestic Partnership Benefits: Equal Pay for Equal Work
Discusses employment benefits for LGBT persons in relation to domestic partnerships.
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Domestic Violence Issues
Provides information and resources for LGBT persons who may be experiencing domestic violence.
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Highlights from the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
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FAQ Regarding the Statements of the U.S. Department of Justice Regarding DOMA Section 3
In February 2011 the US Department of Justice announced they would no longer defend DOMA, this publication addresses the implications of the DOJ's decision.
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Federal Provisions Dealing with Marriage (GAO Summary)
Examines the fiscal benefits denied to same-sex couples because of DOMA including employment benefits, social security, and tax benefits.
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Gill and Commonwealth DOMA Cases Decisions FAQ
This document attempts to answer frequently asked questions regarding the cases, Gill v. OPM, and, Commonwealth v. Department of Health and Human Services, which seek to challenge the constitutionality of Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA).
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Gill et al. v. OPM et al. Frequently Asked Questions
Answers frequently asked questions about GLAD's case, Gill et al. v. Office of Personnel Management, which seeks to challenge Section 3 of the the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA).
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Gill et al. v. OPM et al. Summary
Summarizes the key issues of GLAD's case, Gill et al. v. Office of Personnel Management.
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Hey LGBT Students!
A flyer providing brief highlights of LGBT students' rights.
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Housing Discrimination - Massachusetts
Discusses issues surrounding housing discrimination and ways to counter them.
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How to Change the Last Name on Your Passport
How to change the last name on your passport using your marriage or civil union certificate.
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How to Get Married in Connecticut
A guide explaining both how to get married in Connecticut and addressing issues that might arise for LGBT people looking to get married.
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How to Get Married in Massachusetts
A guide explaining both how to get married in Massachusetts and addressing issues that might arise for LGBT people looking to get married.
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How to Get Married in New Hampshire
A guide explaining both how to get married in New Hampshire and addressing issues that might arise for LGBT people looking to get married.
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How to Get Married in Vermont
A guide explaining both how to get married in Vermont and addressing issues that might arise for LGBT people looking to get married.
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I’m Being Harassed at School: What Can I do?
Examines possible courses of action if you or someone you know is being harassed in school for sexual orientation.
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Immigration Issues and Resources
Touches upon issues that LGBT immigrants might experience and provides resources to address these issues.
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Intention of Marriage Form
Informational copy of the intention of marriage form for the Massachusetts Commonwealth.
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Intention to Remarry Form
Informational copy of the intention to remarry form for the Massachusetts Commonwealth.
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Legal Issues for Non-Massachusetts Same-Sex Couples Who Married in Massachusetts
The repeal of the "1913" law took away residency requirements for civil marriage in Massachusetts, this publication addresses issues that may arise for those who marry in MA but do not live there.
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Legal Planning for Same-Sex Couples
A brief overview of some legal issues for LGBT couples when they begin estate planning.
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Legal Protections for People with HIV in the Workplace (MA)
An overview of legal protections for people living in Massachusetts with HIV in the workplace.
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Legal Q&A for Kids of Trans Parents
Provides legal answers to common questions about kids of transgender parents.
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MA - Transgender Youth Flyer
A brief flyer explaining some of the rights and protections that transgender students have in public schools.
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MA: Overview of Legal Issues for Lesbians, Gay Men, Bisexuals, and Transgender People
Overview of legal issues for gay men, lesbians, bisexuals and transgender people in Massachusetts. Issues addressed include anti-discrimination law, family law, hate crimes, sex laws, police issues and student rights.
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MA: Overview of Legal Issues for People with HIV
An overview of anti-discrimination law, testing & privacy laws, and other laws related to people who are living with HIV/AIDS in Massachusetts.
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Maine Joint Adoption Practice and Procedure in Light of Adoption of M.A.: Second Parent Adoption
This document is intended to assist members of the public who are considering joint adoption when a child is already a member of the family.
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Maine Resource List
A streamlined list of GLAD's primary referrals to LGBTQ and HIV support services and organizations within Maine, grouped by the type of services provided. Areas include: civil rights, general legal services, HIV/AIDS, other health/disability, domestic violence/sexual assault, youth/schools, transgender and religion.
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Make Change Not Lawsuits
Lawsuits are not always the best way to achieve justice. This document is a brief analysis of other ways to effect change in our community.
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Marriage Inequality Under the Maine Probate Code: Estate Administration and Distribution
A description of the rights held by married couples under the estate administration and distribution provisions of the Probate Code in comparison with the rights held by unregistered same-sex couples and registered domestic partners.
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Marriage is a Worker’s Issue (Rhode Island)
Hundreds of workers' rights are accorded to married couples. This publication explains how marriage inequality in RI is more than a civil rights issue, its a workers issue.
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Marriage Tips and Traps
Addresses the trickier, more technical aspects that LGBT persons should be aware of in relation to marriage. This guide includes discussion on divorce.
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Marriage: A History of Change
Delineates the broad history of marriage equality.
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Massachusetts Rights of LGBT Public School Students
Examines the rights and protections of LGBT students in Massachusetts public schools.
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Massachusetts Students: What To Do If You’re Being Bullied
A guide to LGBT students on course of action if they are being bullied in public schools.
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MCAD Brochure
A brief look at the MCAD complaint process.
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ME: Overview of Legal Issues for Lesbians, Gay Men, Bisexuals, and Transgender People
An overview of anti-discrimination law, family law, hate crimes, and students' rights for LGBT people in Maine.
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ME: Overview of Legal Issues for People with HIV
An overview of anti-discrimination law, testing & privacy laws, and other laws related to people who are living with HIV/AIDS in Maine.
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Navigating Income Taxes for Married Same-Sex Couples
Provides information for discussing the complicated issue of income-tax with a qualified professional.
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NH: Overview of Legal Issues for Lesbians, Gay Men, Bisexuals, and Transgender People
An overview of anti-discrimination law, family law, hate crimes, and students' rights for LGBT people in New Hampshire.
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NH: Overview of Legal Issues for People with HIV
An overview of anti-discrimination law, testing & privacy laws, and other laws related to people who are living with HIV/AIDS in New Hampshire.
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O’Donnabhain Win
In, O'Donnabhain v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue, GLAD won the right of transgender people to get treatment of GID qualified as medical care. This is a summary of that case.
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Pedersen v. Office of Personnel Management FAQ
A list of frequently asked questions and their answers about GLAD's case, Pedersen v. Office of Personnel Management.
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Property Division Issues in Non-Marital Relationships
Provides a list of case law relevant to property division issues in non-marital relationships.
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Protecting Families: Standards for LGBT Families
Examines important issues concerning LGBT parents and the custody of their children.
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Recent Gains in New England Transgender Anti-Discrimination Law
Examines GLAD's work in New England to fight discrimination against transgender people.
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Resources for People with HIV Who are Entering or Re-entering the Workplace (MA)
A list of resources for people with HIV who are entering or re-entering the workplace in Massachusetts.
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Resources for Prisoners and Ex-Offenders in New England
A list of resources for prisoners and ex-offenders in the New England area.
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Resources for Prisoners and Ex-Offenders Outside of New England
A list of resources for prisoners and ex-offenders outside of the New England area.
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Rhode Island Married Same-Sex Couples: Advocating for Yourself in the Workplace
A rough step-by-step guide instructing same-sex couples on how to advocate for themselves in the Rhode Island workplace.
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RI: Overview of Legal Issues for Lesbians, Gay Men, Bisexuals, and Transgender People
An overview of anti-discrimination law, family law, hate crimes, and students' rights for LGBT people in Rhode Island.
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RI: Overview of Legal Issues for People with HIV
An overview of anti-discrimination law, testing & privacy laws, and other laws related to people who are living with HIV/AIDS in Rhode Island.
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Rights of LGBTQ Youth in Maine
An overview regarding the rights that LGBTQ youth have in Maine, particularly in schools.
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Rights of LGBTQ Youth in Rhode Island
An overview regarding the rights that LGBTQ youth have in Rhode Island in schools, the public welfare system and the juvenile justice system.
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Same-Sex Spousal Health Benefits in MA After Goodridge
Examines spousal benefits for same sex couples in Massachusetts after the case Goodridge v. Department of Public Health.
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Sample Affidavit To Void Marriage
Informational copy of an affidavit to void a marriage in Massachusetts.
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Sampling of Legal Rights, Protections and Obligations for Married Families (Maine)
An overview of the legal rights, protections, and obligations accorded to married families in Maine.
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Selected Bibliography of Recent Co-Parent Cases
A selected bibliography of case law relevant to co-parent adoption.
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Separation, Divorce and Marriage Equality
Analyzes the issues of separation and divorce for same-sex couples.
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Supreme Court Support for State Sovereignty Over Family Law
A list of case law from the United States Supreme Court that demonstrates support for state sovereignty over family law.
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Taxes on Employment Benefits for Same-Sex Spouses
Examines possible taxes on employment benefits for same-sex spouses.
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The Legal Rights of Public School Students and Teachers in MA
A discussion of the legal rights of public school students and teachers in Massachusetts.
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Tips for People Experiencing Sexual Orientation Harassment
A list of tips for people who may be experiencing harassment based on their real or perceived sexual orientation.
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Transgender Legal Issues in New England
Discusses a myriad of legal issues that may arise for transgender persons in the New England area.
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Transgender Resources
A list of resources that can help to address issues concerning transgender individuals.
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Transgender Rights in Maine: Progress in Action
A discussion of the progress made and the progress that needs to made in respect to transgender rights in Maine.
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Transgender Students’ Use of Bathrooms and Locker Rooms
A brief discussion of the right of transgender students to use bathrooms that match their gender identity in school.
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US Passport Name Change Manual
A technical manual for attorneys to successfully make name changes to passports.
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VT: Overview of Legal Issues for Lesbians, Gay Men, Bisexuals, and Transgender People
An overview of anti-discrimination law, family law, hate crimes, and students' rights for LGBT people in Vermont.
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VT: Overview of Legal Issues for People with HIV
An overview of anti-discrimination law, testing & privacy laws, and other laws related to people who are living with HIV/AIDS in Vermont.
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Warning for Same-Sex Binational Couples
Addresses an array of complications that may arise for same-sex, binational couples.
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Wedding Resources
A list of resources for couples who are planning weddings.
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Working Families and Marriage (Maine)
A discussion of rights and issues surrounding employment for LGBT persons and their spouses.