Pulaski Circuit Court Reviews Prenuptial Agreement in Coercion Case

The Cumberland Circuit Court convened on August 28, 2025, under the presiding judge, David, to address a series of cases primarily focused on family law and civil matters. The meeting began with a review of the child support docket, where several cases were discussed, including Bocksmith versus Bocksmith and Sites versus Sites, both of which were set for review on December 18.

The court then moved to the case of Commonwealth versus Brazen, which was passed due to a pending motion to change venue. Following this, the court addressed a civil action from Pulaski Circuit Court, Hed versus Sloan, where a motion to reconsider a previous summary judgment was presented. The attorney for Karen Hed argued that the prenuptial agreement was signed under coercion, while the opposing counsel countered that the agreement had been in discussion for weeks and was valid. The judge ultimately overruled the motion, stating that the coercion claims did not hold sufficient weight.

Next, the court heard the case of Kazowski versus Kazowski, where the parties discussed a deed of conveyance related to a financial settlement. The judge ordered the defendant to sign the deed within ten days, warning of potential jail time for non-compliance.

The meeting continued with various motions, including a request for a new trial date in the case of La Costa Smith Carver versus Brett Carver, which was postponed to October 23 due to outstanding discovery issues. The court also addressed a contempt motion in Gilbert versus Gilbert, where the judge suggested a forcible detainer action to remove a party from a residence.

In Brewington versus Burlington, the court appointed a guardian ad litem to assess the best interests of a child caught in a dispute over homeschooling versus public schooling. The judge emphasized the importance of understanding the child's perspective before making a decision.

The session concluded with discussions on several other cases, including motions for default divorce and custody disputes, with the judge encouraging parties to reach agreements where possible. The court scheduled follow-up hearings for unresolved matters, ensuring that all parties had the opportunity to present their cases adequately.

Overall, the Cumberland Circuit Court's meeting highlighted the complexities of family law, the importance of due process, and the court's commitment to ensuring fair outcomes for all parties involved.