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answered on Mar 1, 2018
You can hire an attorney to pursue the arrears. They can try to help you find a good address for him.
original paintings and electronic devices on loan to my deceased brother.
Can I submit a writ of detinue form at the clerk's office to
begin the service to her as defendant
and thereby schedule a court hearing?
answered on Mar 1, 2018
You can file a lawsuit, but I advise you to hire an attorney to help you.
answered on Mar 1, 2018
You will still need to terminate the father's parental rights in order to adopt or he may surrender them voluntarily. You should consult an attorney to help you with the adoption to make sure it is done correctly.
answered on Mar 1, 2018
No, the landlord cannot legally evict you do to having an ESA. If the ESA has destroyed property or is a nuisance, that might be a different story. You should consult an attorney to help.
I was only asking the professor at the time if an outline was necessary since I knew I probably wouldn't finish if I had to write one. He then proceeded to inform me that I had to do it and that it was something I was supposed to have learned in comp. Mind you that I never said I could not... View More 
answered on Mar 1, 2018
It is legal if he did not harm you, but merely put his hands on you as long as those hands were not in an area that would be considered a sexual touching. That being said, it may not have been appropriate conduct for a professor. You should report the incident to the college authorities. Based... View More
we went to court, I have it on our parenting plan what he said.. I have 365 days and father has 0 days. he has not ever wanted to see the child, and last month he contact me asked if he could see our 22 month old, I let him for about an hour. He doesn't want to pay the child support, so he... View More
answered on Feb 25, 2018
He will have to show a material change in circumstances to change the parenting plan. You should consult an attorney to help you if he files for custody.
answered on Feb 25, 2018
She could if the child is in TN. I am not sure about SC law.
The father does not care that it hurts our child's feelings and does not have any appropriate reason to wait so long to see him. The court orders say he has the right to visit at least 4 hours every week. No phone calls or messages from him about the well-being of our child, only messages... View More
answered on Feb 25, 2018
It could be enough to terminate the father's rights, but I would not do so until you are married so that your husband can adopt. You should consult an attorney though to look at all the facts and decide on your best legal options.
We have joint custody.
answered on Feb 25, 2018
It depends on what history he has, how he is doing in school, does he have mental health issues, etc. If this is a first incident, DCS will probably work with you and his father to see if any services can help.
He's moved out (it's been a month). He hasn't seen daughter. I know I can get child support. But what will judge say about him not wanting to see her? She's very attached, but I can't force him to see his daughter.
answered on Feb 24, 2018
You can't force him nor can the court. I would talk to your daughter's pediatrician to see if there is anything that you should do to help her through this (play therapy, etc.).
He was diagnosed 30 years ago with Bipolar Disorder and has been off his medication for the past 6-7 years. He has been homeless and last year we were able to get him a house. He was living well on his own until about 2 weeks ago. He has taken a sudden turn for the worse. He refuses to go to... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2018
You can ask the court to appoint you as his conservator. There are mental health services including mental health case managers to help, but unless you are his conservator, he can refuse those services.
answered on Feb 24, 2018
Your earnings should not be considered in the calculations.
that is why we havent divorced. He currently has my son and will not answer my calls, texts, emails, nothing. He refuses to give my son back to me due to not liking my current significant other. My question, can he legally keep my son from me? Ive contacted the sheriff's dept to have an escort... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2018
You should consult an attorney to figure out the best way to get a court order to allow you access to your son. He can keep him until a court order says otherwise. You too can keep him. As married parents, you have equal rights to the child.
answered on Feb 24, 2018
Is there a question there? It sounds like your son really needs a lawyer. If he can't afford one, he should ask for one to be appointed for him.
Over 2 years ago my sons biological dad signed his rights away and I was engaged at the time so he was going to adopt but we ended up splitting so I was wondering can I still legally get my sons name changed to my last name before he starts school this year?
answered on Feb 24, 2018
If your son's father's surrender is final, then he is no longer the father. As the sole parent, you should be able to change your child's name.
This happens regardless of if I take a break or not. Is it legal to automatically adjust our paychecks?
answered on Feb 24, 2018
Your employer is required to pay you for all the time you worked.
answered on Feb 24, 2018
If you are on probation, probably. It is a very common condition of probation. Otherwise, they would need a warrant or consent.
I won’t get into reasons why , just to be safe. But if like to move with my mom but my dad won’t let me. He believes she won’t pay attention to my grades and help me. My brother (moms son with my step dad) has some of the best grades in his grade (6th) and has for a few years. I’m... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2018
Your mom would have to file to change custody. The fact that you are not happy and cutting may be enough to get custody changed if your dad is not getting you the help you need. Your mom should consult an attorney.
We agree on all terms of the divorce and would like to go about this without hiring an attorney as we can not afford one.
answered on Feb 24, 2018
The court may not grant the divorce until the baby is born and DNA is done. Regardless, until DNA is done and the current husband is ruled out as the father, he will be the legal father under the law. It is not something that you should attempt without an attorney. Many will work with you on a... View More
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