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answered on Dec 2, 2019
Probably not since he is not 18. Once he turns 18 the parents will have no say so at that point. Good luck.
Father has child on health insurance. No court agreement or child support. Can the mother move away and not tell the father where they are?
answered on Dec 2, 2019
Yes the mother can move where ever she pleases unless the father initiates a court order with rules into place. The father should retain an attorney for these matters asap. Good luck. 888-343-4529.
The youngest child is in foster care but we already have went to court about him. I’m only asking about my older two.
answered on Nov 27, 2019
It must be heartbreaking to be without your kids especially for the holidays. See if you can get the CPS orders or plans and then take them to retain your own attorney to pursue the proper course of action. Make sure you have all orders as it relates to the children before consulting with an... View More 
What if I get sued? If I plan to return to my country can I use that in the settlement?
answered on Nov 27, 2019
Your automobile insurance should be able to handle this situation. Make sure that they are aware of the accident.
My sons dad was not involved during the pregnancy and even wanted to give up his rights at one point. I am having a hard time wanting to send my son 3 hrs away. However, I let his dad come get him last weekend and that whole week after my son came home his sleep schedule was off. His dad wants to... View More
answered on Nov 25, 2019
Visitation for children is done in the best interests of the child. Factors to consider for overnight are whether the father was living with you and if so did he keep the child overnights before he moved. In general long overnight periods for a newborn at 3 months would not be likely. But, there... View More
answered on Nov 25, 2019
That is not something very easy for someone to do by themselves without a lawyer. If you are really wanting to do this get at leas a consultation from an attorney before proceeding. Good luck.
his dad wants to fight for custody so he can stay. Can he do that?
answered on Nov 25, 2019
Your son has an option to be heard by the judge considering the case. Overall, the court will see if it is in the best interest of the child to act accordingly. Good luck.
I was served a citation for Modifying the Parent Child Relationship by me ex husband. He claims to need to lower child support. In our original order, he was told to notify me of change in employment, and required to cover her on Medical Insurance. He has done none of this. I currently have her... View More
answered on Nov 22, 2019
Make sure that you file your response with the court. Check with various legal aid organizations in your area to see if you can find low income legal assistance. Good luck.
Child support
answered on Nov 22, 2019
You have not asked a question. Contact Medicaid to see why it is being taken away.
Our custody papers state that during the non-custodial parent’s visitation, the non-custodial parent is responsible for the pick up and drop off of the child(ren) from and back to the custodial parent’s domicile, UNLESS the custodial parents county of domicile changes to a different county... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2019
If you want a definite answer to your question, you need to make an appointment with an attorney and let them read your order. If you do not follow it correctly then you could be held in contempt of court. Orders can be different although there are standard orders. But, all people do not have to... View More
During a child support hearing (Ncp and I we’re never married), the visitation was court ordered to a center with supervised visitation. Ncp was ordered to pay intake fees and hourly. He refused to pay the center to see his daughter. Can he get in trouble for choosing not follow the court... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2019
It does not appear from your question that you have a duty to surrender your child for supervised visits if the fees are not paid. Good luck.
I moved in with my Mother in order to save money and cut down on living expenses in order to go to college. I saved money for many years to be able to afford it and saved enough so the child has access to all the same things as before. I’ve recently began taking classes and plan to be a full... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2019
In general just make sure that your child is well cared for and that the child has its own room if possible. A lot of courts believe that is important. Good luck with your life.
I have a CPS case and new allegations arose that can put me in jail for something I never did. I already know several of my rights have been violated but not very proficient in the allegations area.
answered on Nov 21, 2019
Get an attorney that handles CPS cases and criminal cases as well since you stated possible jail time is involved. If you have a warrant out for your arrest you can check with bond companies to verify. Good luck.
Well me and my husband have been separated for 8 years and 2 married we have a daughter all together and she mostly lived with me all her life so my husband ask if he can take her for the summer I said yes because she wanted too but then he desided to keep her and get custody I couldn’t go cause... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2019
This is heartbreaking for you and you other child. If you participated in the case where the custody was changed you may be at a disadvantage to complain about his lies at the hearing. You need to consult with an attorney to get to the specific things you need to do. Write out a timeline for the... View More
There is a domestic violence case between my husband and I. My husband also works out of town half a month. I’m trying to see how much effect a relationship would have on divorce, child support or custody. It’s been a consistent relationship and the kids have met and seem to accept him pretty... View More
answered on Nov 19, 2019
Introducing your kids to a new father figure in their lives could affect the way the judge views your case. You should divorce and end things properly. I've seen a mother lose custody of her kids because she moved in with someone that she had met.
Significant other is not indicted, does not have pending charges by information, is not on bond, is not on parole, and is not on probation for assault. Does this pertain only to assault or can not be on bond for any felony? Divorce court order pertaining to who can be around children
answered on Nov 15, 2019
Your question is not clear. If this pertains to a criminal case pending consult a criminal lawyer and if it is regarding the order in a divorce then consult a family lawyer in your area. Good luck.
I was served in March 2019 with a motion to modify child support review order. Which included pleadings for what they will be making in case. Which are temporary orders and temporary restraining orders. I was then served with TRO with injunction and temporary orders but the motion only explained... View More
answered on Nov 14, 2019
You should retain an attorney in both of these actions. There will be 2 separate actions-one for initial case then if you want to complain about visitation that will be a separate one.
We have primary custody of my step children who are 15 and 17. They are both wanting to live with us full time. Currently, we have 50/50 living schedule. M-Th and Th- M with the exchange time being at 6 p.m. They absolutely hate it there and we have always pushed having a relationship with their... View More
answered on Nov 12, 2019
You can file a motion to modify. But, the best and most efficient way of doing so would be for both parties to agree and then one party hires an attorney to draft paperwork. Since these kids are 15 and 17 a long drawn out fight would not be productive.
No alimony or minor children. Very amicable - agreed on all details. Both of us have IRA's, 401k's but do not currently draw retirement benefits. Is uncontested an option (as is our STRONG preference)? Does this change if my wife buys a house after filing but before finalized (not... View More
answered on Nov 12, 2019
The purchase of the house is community property until the divorce is finalized. That means that the court can consider it for purposes of dividing property in case there is a dispute. The property would be awarded to your spouse in the decree, if in fact she purchases it before divorce is... View More
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