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Is it possible for the father to get custody of the kids if he leaves before they get up, after they are in bed, sees them only 1 day a week? He leaves around 6a.m, never gets home before 10:30p.m.
answered on Feb 10, 2018
Custody decisions are complicated. The court will consider many factors. Mom's mental health will be one. Dad's schedule will be another. It will be helpful if mom is getting treatment for depression and her depression is under control. Mom should contact an attorney to help her. An... View More 
answered on Feb 9, 2018
The forms on the TN courts website don't fit this situation. You really need to consult a lawyer to help you. Many will work with you on a payment plan.
Children are involved and she is refusing to agree to a divorce.
answered on Feb 9, 2018
He will need to proceed with a contested divorce if he and his wife can't agree to all of the terms of the divorce. He should consult an attorney to look at all the facts and advise him how best to proceed.
I have shared custody of my 3 kids. Our parenting agreement does not address rights when grandparent of children is sick or has passed away. My ex is fully uncooperative on ANY issue not addressed specifically by agreement, and will not make any exceptions to agreement ever, no matter what. My... View More
answered on Feb 9, 2018
You don't have a right, but you can probably get the court to order it. You should contact an attorney to file an emergency motion.
answered on Feb 9, 2018
Are you clean now? If so, you may have a chance. The court will consider many factors in deciding custody. You should consult an attorney to review all of the facts and advise you regarding your legal options.
My husband and I were married for 15 years, we separated and divorced but got back together divorce Became final 11/27/17 we remarried 12/23/17, just before remarrying we both did new Wills, living Wills, power attorney ect. He passed in his sleep on January 30, 2018. His sister and one of our... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2018
That will be for the court to decide. You need an attorney who is experienced in contested probate matters to help you.
Her ex-husband cannot possibly be the father and will not want responsibility for the baby.
answered on Feb 8, 2018
You can try to sign a voluntary acknowledgement of paternity at the hospital, but they may not let you since she is married. Since she is married, her husband is the legal father of the baby until such time as it is proven through DNA not to be his. This can be done after the baby is born. Then... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2018
That depends on what your previous record is like, how you are doing in school, what your home life is like, etc. You should have an attorney represent you. If you can't afford one, ask for one to be appointed for you.
He was injured at work. He was building a fire like he did daily. He usually doused the wood with diesel, but the can was filled with gasoline . It ignited the can and the can exploded. He was severly burned over 80% of his body. My husband was left out of the obituary . And has been treated... View More
answered on Feb 8, 2018
Your husband should consult an attorney. If he died without a will, then he is likely entitled to inherit along with any other siblings.
The case is a domestic abuse case, they were not mirandized, but they confessed during a conversation with the police without being read Miranda rights.
answered on Feb 8, 2018
If the were not in custody (under arrest) at the time they made the statements, then the statements will probably not be excluded, but either way, they should have an attorney look at all the facts and see what the best course of action for their case is. If they can't afford one, they should... View More
I've been in my sons life since day 1 he's 2 now and even though we have no court arrangement's I get my boy every weekend he's a big part of my life she has said twice in the past that I am legally able to take my son from her but recanted both times
answered on Feb 7, 2018
You can file a petition for custody of the child. You should contact an attorney to help you.
answered on Feb 7, 2018
Who is "they"? If you received a citation from anyone that directs you to contact the court or show up for court, then you need to pay attention to that.
answered on Feb 7, 2018
It depends on what the citation is for, what the history of the juvenile is, etc. The best chance of it "blowing over" is to hire an attorney to represent the youth.
She had Ran away from her husband that they claimed sexually abused my niece and she filed a report. She ended up going back with our warning about him and losing her child to CP services but went back anyway and ofcuarse Child protection took my niece. My sister had told case management that my... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2018
You can file your own petition. DCS is only allow to place with a relative if a parent agrees, but the Court can place with you if the judge chooses. You should consult an attorney to help you with the proces.
She has money but won't buy them beds. They sleep on chairs and the floor when they're there. She also has a child with another man so when our kids are with her she puts all four kids in her back seat that only holds 3 people. What can we do? Like i said, I'm the primary parent.... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2018
There is no "law" regarding beds. However, you may have enough facts to seek a modification of the parenting plan given the safety concerns and lack of adequate sleeping arrangements. You should consult an attorney to evaluate all of the facts.
answered on Feb 7, 2018
You can file your own unruly petition at juvenile court. Officers are often reluctant to get involved. If you do, however, you should know what you are getting yourself into. The juvenile court and DCS will be sticking their nose way into your life. They may also be able to help your child get... View More
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answered on Feb 7, 2018
A person's primary residence is not an asset for medicaid. It will be subject to estate recovery, however, following the death of the person covered by Medicaid if they were cared for in a nursing home. You should consult an experienced elder law attorney to help you figure out how to best... View More
state,we went to court july 1,2016...she visited the child that july,sept,and jan 2017.she has not been ordered child support and has not paid anything.she has not sent him anything including birthdays,christmas or any kind of daily need items.she has called and talked to him about 3 times and... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2018
Unless you go to court and change the order, then the order is the order. I would consult an attorney to see if her lack of involvement is reason enough to seek a modification.
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