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She said if I don't give her my son for 3 days she will take me to court and take him from me keep in mind my son father is alive and in the picture. I do let her come visit him whenever she wants. The other day I had my family over and told her to not come over cause she has cause problems... View More
answered on Dec 5, 2018
You should not have to live in fear from your child's grandmother. In general without any court orders in place you owe her no duty to allow her visits. If she is being harassing consider filing charges with the police. Also, it is a good idea to get orders in place for specific periods of... View More
is incarcerated preclude a lawsuit?
answered on Dec 4, 2018
First, sorry for your loss. The answer depends on a lot. It depends on the facts of the incident. How did this occur? What happened? When did it occur? We would be available to speak to you concerning the answers to these questions.
answered on Dec 4, 2018
Generally there are rules that vary for adults vs. minors. Consult with an attorney in your area to find out the specifics.
answered on Dec 4, 2018
If you believe that your vehicle is worth more then we would negotiate for the higher amount. We would do our own evaluation with your input. First, make sure that you have exhausted all options. We represent those who are injured and have for many years so if you have any more questions please... View More
answered on Dec 3, 2018
You should consult an attorney who handles car accident cases and provide them with as much information as you have. You may also be able to retrieve the police report from the investigating police entity. If you do not know then consider contacting the police in your area. We hope that you are... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2018
This may be of some help:
Sec. 71.004. BENEFITTING FROM AND BRINGING ACTION. (a) An action to recover damages as provided by this subchapter is for the exclusive benefit of the surviving spouse, children, and parents of the deceased.
(b) The surviving spouse, children, and... View More
Misdemeanor possession of controlled substance they want urine and hair follicle test before he can visit his kids is this legal
answered on Dec 1, 2018
Generally, mediated settlement agreements are binding on all parties who signed the agreement. With the limited information provided it is probably unlikely that he can get out of that agreement.
answered on Nov 30, 2018
Who do you want to sign guardianship over to? Is it to the foster caregiver? If so, CPS would normally take care of those issues. Just make sure that the specifics of what you are doing is read and understood. It appears that you do not want to give up your daughter permanently so be careful in... View More
answered on Nov 30, 2018
If you do not have a hearing date that you were served with then the standard is the Monday which will follow the elapsing of 20 days. Begin counting with November 15th. If there is a hearing date of any sort before then then you have to appear as well before the time passes however.
Only one day of work was missed, and the employee was fine to return to work the next day. The injury was unrelated to the job, happened outside of work; and the employee doesn't need workers compensation, just a day to rest at home and take some medication. Can the employee refuse the... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2018
One of the reasons employees file workers comp claims is to get paid for lost income and medicals. So, more than likely it will be of no consequence that one refuses to file the claim.
I have a snapchat account and my dad claims he can terminate the account or acquire the password through the court system. Is it my intellectual property? Does he have a legal claim to my account?
answered on Nov 28, 2018
Unfortunately, 17 is not considered the age of majority in Texas, 18 is. Further, Snapchat may have their own rules on age requirements for certain items. Hopefully, you can communicate with your father to help him understand your desires and come to some common ground. Good luck.
A person crashed me in juarez mx and the insurance she gave me was not valid what legal action can i take?
answered on Nov 28, 2018
You need to hire a lawyer in Mexico where it occurred for a proper answer. Laws differ in Mexico and the United States.
There are to many details to list it is a weird case
answered on Nov 28, 2018
Every child should have their parents involved in their lives if the parents desire to do so. You have rights that have to be spelled out by the courts if they are not already done. These rules will depend upon whether there is a case pending already. So, if there are orders in place one could... View More
I have in text him saying he refuses to use the app. I have since blocked his phone number due to harassing messages. Told him to use the app.
answered on Nov 27, 2018
If your order states that the parties are to communicate through the app then that is what each party needs to abide by. Keep documenting and communicating through the app and do not let him bully you into doing otherwise. Good luck with this situation.
is there some other way to figure out the identity of that driver and bring them to justice?
answered on Nov 26, 2018
Certainly, we can assist you in negotiating your claim. We can pursue other damages in addition to those for your medical bills if you have the appropriate coverage. Do you have uninsured motorists coverage? If so, feel free to give us a call as we handle accident claims nationwide.... View More
it derailed.
answered on Nov 26, 2018
In serious accidents one can pursue several types of damages such as pain and suffering, mental and physical, lost wages and if permanently impaired wages to compensate for those. If PTSD and issue that should be addressed as well. We handle and negotiate claims nationwide. Feel free to contact... View More
sue for as emotional distress?
answered on Nov 26, 2018
When was your car accident and did you employ an attorney? Who was negligent in the accident? With those answers you can be provided better response. Thanks and sorry for the pain that you have to endure.
CPS removed kids from Bio Mom in late 2011, my husband got them placed in his custody in early 2012 and in 2014 the case was finalized on the last order of 2013 temporary decision hearing for him having sole custody. Bio dad for the girl died before she was born. There is a history of physical... View More
answered on Nov 24, 2018
This is a very technical legal case. I would suggest that you consult with an attorney in your area as on its face it appears that you have good arguments for your adopting them. Good luck in this matter.
I'm surviving an emotionally/psychologically/verbally abusive relationship. I'm trying to plan for a safe escape/divorce. I want to know how I may prove cruelty/abuse when I file for divorce. My husband emotionally/psychologically/verbally abuses me daily - if I leave voice recording... View More
answered on Nov 24, 2018
If you think that you are in jeopardy of physical violence staying to get evidence is not advisable. You can file for divorce and get certain temporary orders in place to provide for payments of bills and rent/mortgage depending on your specific circumstances. The evidence can be reviewed and an... View More
He is in contempt on a temp. injunction order he filed on me when I was in rehab out of state , I never received the citation for the hearing. I've tried everything to work this out with him and his attorney neither one is welling to come to an agreement on the final decree or anything. I cant... View More
answered on Nov 24, 2018
Based on all of the various serious facts going on I would advise you to obtain a lawyer and figure out how to get them paid. You are just asking for more trouble by handling such high level legal facts on your own. Find out if there are any free legal services that may provide you assistance in... View More
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