I got into an accident. I called the police and they tell me my drivers license is suspended due to an uninsured vehicle. I was not aware of this as I have an active insurance policy. I called the insurance company and they told me it was because of a two month gap I had in the middle of the year.... View More 
answered on Dec 13, 2023
It really depends on your history and the incident. Normally driving with a suspended license for the first time would not result in jail. You need to speak to an attorney.
Things are contentious. He has a history of gaslighting, verbal and mental abuse, and making threats to kick her out of the house even though she's on the deed. She was working as his office manager, and he fired her and canceled her health insurance. She has no income (starts a new job on... View More
answered on Dec 8, 2023
Who is on the mortgage is irrelevant. The deed shows ownership. She has as much a right to live there as he does. If he is harassing her and making her feel unsafe, she can file for an order of protection from the family court. Have her contact a lawyer to discuss her rights.
answered on Dec 1, 2023
That is simple standard language that gives the court the ability to grant other or different relief based on the evidence, than what was asked for. It is common language in a motion.
For one child is it 17 percent of gross minus Medicare and social security? And what about state pension contributions
answered on Dec 1, 2023
The only deductions from gross income are FICA (Social Security and medicare) and local income tax if applicable. No other deductions are considered.
Original stipulation filed 10/17. Objection was denied and filed 11/17. Do I have time to file the motion to vacate? I disagree with his stated income. He is self employed and currently lives in FL. The child support amount paid to me should be considerably more.
answered on Nov 29, 2023
You agreed to the support. You should have done your due diligence before agreeing. Youvan not go back.on it now. Your motion to vacate will likely be denied unless you signed under duress. See a lawyer.
reopen the case & request for back paying being that the noncustodial parent wasn’t disclosing all of his income. I do have a motorized letter from his employer the noncustodial parent was making more money since 2008. whatever income he showed in 2011 was incorrect. can I file for income... View More
answered on Nov 27, 2023
No. You can only be entitled to the amount in your court order. If you file for a modification it would only be going forward from the date of your new petition.
I plead not guilty via mail. I was told I receive a letter of when my trial date is. I was told I was suppose to receive it 2 months ago. I've checked with my TPVA they said my trial was still in pending status. I was never given a supporting deposition when I requested it. Can I get my ticket... View More
answered on Nov 20, 2023
No you can not get your ticket dismissed because it is a few months since your not guilty plea. Sometimes it could take many months before you ate notified. You should contact a lawyer.
I have received a cola letter and want to make sure the calculations are correct
answered on Nov 19, 2023
Child support is calculated based on your adjusted gross income which means your gross income minus FICA and local income tax only. No other deductions are in the calculation.
I prefer any money go directly to my child or to help pay for college and transportation
answered on Nov 19, 2023
You need to file for a modification of child support. You can not simply stop paying as long as there is a court order requiring you to pay regardless of where your child lives. Talk to a lawyer
answered on Oct 25, 2023
Find a local bankruptcy lawyer to gop over your situation to see if you qualify.
I'm starting a relocation case, in the hopes of moving my daughter to Florida. I need to prove the Florida school district is a good choice.
answered on Oct 17, 2023
It is all about the statistics. You need to present statistics about graduation rates, college acceptance rates, national test scores, etc. Best if you hire a lawyer.
Long after we were married, my wife’s parents gifted their property to their three kids. My wife and her two siblings each own one-third of their parents’ property. Is my wife’s stake an asset that is split in a divorce, or does she keep the entire $85K
answered on Oct 14, 2023
A gift is not marital property unless she does something to make it marital (comingling or transmutation) It would normally be separate property not subject to equitable distribution.
This week my child came home and shared details about an argument she got into with her mother during the week, in which things escalated and put her in a position where she no longer feels safe. We have reached out to the attorney repeatedly and have not received a response. She is supposed to go... View More
answered on Oct 5, 2023
You need to file an Order To Show Cause to modify parenting time. Talk to your attorney about this.
answered on Sep 18, 2023
Being "acquanted" may not be enough. If the attorney has specific knowledge relevant to your case that might be prejudicial, then that might be enough to ask the attorney recuse him or herself from the case.
answered on Sep 6, 2023
Did you resolve the ticket in 2022? If not, then you have a default. That is what likely caused your suspension. Resolve the ticket and you can get the suspension lifted.
She lives in Dominican Republic and acquired us citizenship through me. I reside NYC. She lives with her mother. She has tried to kill me and has hurt me in various places. Such as stabs, broken nose, broken lip with stitches and broken head with a bottle. She says she doesnt care if she kills me.... View More
answered on Aug 20, 2023
Not sure what you mean by abroad. Does the child live with the mother in another country? What is the New York connection?
answered on Aug 15, 2023
If the child is under 18 anf you have had some contact with the child, it is unlikely the court would grant this without your permission. Speak to a lawyer to get all of the facts.
My ex-wife received her two year green-card 9/2022, and we have not received the divorce decree yet. Once we receive it, I'm sure she will want to apply for her 10 year green-card, so she will have to attempt to have the conditions dropped and apply for a divorce waiver, correct? At such a... View More
answered on Aug 10, 2023
This is not a Family Law question. This is an immigration law question and you need to post to that forum.
Can NY law override a BCBS national insurance policy? Their policy states: Loss of eligibility as a result of:
Legal separation, divorce, or dissolution of a Civil Union.
answered on Aug 8, 2023
It is likely referring to a court order of separation, not simply an agreement.
I was stopped last year by officers on my way to work for malfunctioning headlights, and I attempted to fix the issue by purchasing a new bulb, which I was about to install when I realized that the existing bulb simply needed proper screwing. As soon as I secured the existing bulb, it lit up.... View More
answered on Aug 7, 2023
If this was only an equipment violation, your license will not likely be suspended. Also you will lose any appeal. Pay the ticket an move on.
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