I want other witnesses to see me there listening. Not to change my own testimony or get the story straight. I feel I have the legal right to since it’s public
Normally, a witness can not observe before they are called as a witness. The Court may allow you to observe the rest of the case once you have completed your testimony.
I filed a custody complaint and served the mother within the required time, then she filed an answer and counterclaim but DID NOT serve me those documents. It’s been well over 45 days and we have upcoming court date next week. Since she failed to serve me, can I request default judgement in my... Read more »
Good Morning,
The Court will not grant you a default as she has filed an Answer and Counterclaim.
You should attempt to obtain the documents and file your Answer to her Counterclaim. In your Answer add in a line that states you were not served but were made away that the Answer and... Read more »
The land was not a part of the will. I do not want to have any financial connection to my nephew. I offered to buy him out, as he cant afford to pay the taxes on the land. He refused. I want to split the land so I can sell my portion back to my cousin who owns the land around my moms land and not... Read more »
I am sorry for the loss of your father.
This question was posted in Nevada but it seems the land is in North Carolina. So Nevada law will probably not be as helpful. You may want to repost to North Carolina attorneys.
In Nevada you file in court to establish your rights to the... Read more »
I live in Nevada and I got in the rollover and the child support put a lien on my insurance check from the wreck can they do that
Good Morning,
Yes, If you owe back child support (arrearages) then the child support division can place a lien on a personal injury settlement.
It was auctioned off because they owed back space rent can I press fraud charges on them in Nevada
For fraud or any other suit against the seller it will depend on your contract or agreement.
If you do not have a written contract or agreement then you can still file a case but it becomes a he said/ she argument that can be hard to prove.
To file a suit against someone you need to... Read more »
grandparents filing a restraining order against me on no cause and wont allow me to see or be near my kid and have no custady rights when im the father and the miother is willing to let me be their and around my kid
If you do not already have custody orders then you need to file a custody case and seek custody and/or visitation with your child.
If you already have custody orders then you can file to enforce them. You can also call the police for a civil stand by to help facilitate visitation.... Read more »
I allowed extrnded visitation due to covid and to avoid stress on kids. Husband doesnt allow constant contact now and a child support lawsuit had been filed against me. What do i do? Do i file here in nevada or there in california?
Where to file depends a few factors.
- If you already have an open case then file where you have the open case.
- If you had a prior case that decided custody then you will either need to file in that state or file to domesticate/register your prior order in the new state. Once... Read more »
Child support arrears from another state can be enforced where the non custodial parent lives.
My ex-wife co-signed a personal loan and vehicle loan while we were still married. Our divorce recently finalized and in the divorce decree it states that I will take responsibility for both loans. I am past due on both loans due to loss of income. I had to switch jobs due to medical issues.... Read more »
Good Morning,
You can include the loans and if you complete your bankruptcy then you will no longer be personally liable.
Since the bankruptcy does not include your ex-wife then she will still be liable.
She can file against you in family court if these were debts were... Read more »
What form i need to fill out, to get custody of my daughter?
Generally speaking in custody cases the court bases its decision on the best interest of the children. One of the factors when attempting to determine the best interest is preference of the child. If you file a motion with the court to change custody, include that your daughter wants to lives with... Read more »
My husband has decided that he will only pay for the house payment and all of the other money is his. I only make enough money to cover medical insurance. He has paid all of the other bills for 25 years. He has decided that all of the money is his and too bad for me. Should I file separation and... Read more »
I am sorry for the way you are being treated. Only you can decide if you are ready to file for separation or divorce. You can request support with both a divorce or with a legal separation.
Also, once you file with the court you can also file for a request for Joint Preliminary Injunction.... Read more »
I move to Vegas 7 months ago, she move with me 3 months ago, my case in San Diego. Can I fill out the paperwork from where i live?
You can file in California to modify the current custody order.
Once your daughter has been in Nevada for 6 months. You can file a Petition for Registration of an Out of State Custody Order in Nevada. Once the Petition has been approved/ordered by the court, then you can file to modify the... Read more »
She moved back in after being kicked out by a boyfriend and was told she could live with me if she followed my rules and if she did she had until April and if she didn’t the date would change. She hasn’t and I told her that she had a month to move out because I want her gone and she is... Read more »
I am sorry you’ve been put in this situation. If she’s an adult you must follow the normal eviction procedures including timelines and notices.
I received a move away order two years ago to move out of state with my daughter. Now that I am finishing my education I would like to move to a different state. My daughter is about to be 13 years old and would like to also voice her opinion in regards to visitation but I have not perused that... Read more »
Congratulations on finishing your schooling. It is understandable that once school is done that you may want to relocate. Normally, you should consult with the other party to see if he will agree to the move.
If he does not agree to allow the move, depending on your order, you may need to... Read more »
You can always ask. Request the return of the deposit in writing and send the request by certified mail. This way you have proof you made the request. Please note the the deposit is usually used make sure the property is left is suitable condition and many landlords find reasons to keep the... Read more »
Your employer is not required to pay you mileage. However, when you drive your personal vehicle as a part of your job, you may claim your mileage and/or wear and maintenance for your personal vehicle as an unreimbursed business expense on your tax return. The easiest way is to keep track of mileage... Read more »
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