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Are they allowed to keep the dad from his newborn without a reason
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answered on May 27, 2021
If your brother is not married to the mother, he has no rights. He needs to contact a family law attorney about obtaining rights.
Ex is ordered to pay child support and same Judge issued an award on attorneys fees and ex claims he cannot afford to pay both and is behind 2 months in court ordered atty fees. How do the courts handle these situations? Ex has filed downward modification for cs to zero in hopes to then pay atty... View More 
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answered on May 26, 2021
Child support is not going to be eliminated in order for someone to pay attorneys fees. He would have to prove that he has exhausted all resources and cannot pay the fees. Talk to an attorney about your case.
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answered on May 25, 2021
Hopefully, your agreement states that your ex has to give you year end paystubs.
We have joint custody he is currently serving 6-7 yrs. I’m needing to move because I havre a better job opportunity and will like to be closer to family for support so I’m able to finish school
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answered on May 24, 2021
You need to send him a written letter or communication that you are moving and give him the address you will be moving to. This must be done 30 days in advance of the move. Given that he is in prison, it is unlikely he will mount a challenge to stop the child from moving. So, send him the notice... View More
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answered on May 23, 2021
If your daughter has been in Michigan longer than 6 months, Michigan is the only state that has jurisdiction over custody, so you should speak to an attorney there.
We separated on the 16th of may, and I was served the petition on the 20th. It originally began as contested so he got a lawyer. I cannot afford one. However, we’ve come to agreement on our own since we still live in the same house, and we’d like to get rid of the contested and make it... View More
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answered on May 23, 2021
In order for the case to become uncontested, but parties have to sign uncontested paperwork. You should consult an attorney BEFORE signing anything to ensure that what you are signing actually reflects your agreement.
This is for a child custody battle. I have no prior record and the request is not subpoenaed. Do I HAVE to answer? 9-11-26 and 33 says I have to answer but nowhere does it explain the boundaries for such questions. Wouldn't HIPAA override this request?
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answered on May 19, 2021
In general, HIPAA doesn't apply to individuals. In a custody battle, most information is relevant, so you likely will have to answer.
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answered on May 18, 2021
Yes, under limited circumstances.
He said he wanted to continue it and then asked the judge if he could order us all to go to counseling? I wouldn't have a problem with it at all but the TPO would still stay and I wouldn't get to go to work & coach my girls? I work 4 my dad for 31 yrs! I feel like this was done to get... View More
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answered on May 18, 2021
You need to speak to an attorney to get specific advice about a case in progress. This forum is best for general questions.
My husband's exwife filed some sort of medical claim or lawsuit while they were married. It is finally settled and she is just now getting compensation for it. Is he entitled to any of that?We are not really wanting any of it, however she has spent the last 2 years threatening to take him back... View More
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answered on May 18, 2021
He has no claim on her settlement. Tell him to just ignore her. If they don't have any children together, there is no reason for them to communicate.
if i do not live there does it matter? or have any property or anything of such.
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answered on May 13, 2021
You should contact an attorney in Massachusetts.
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answered on May 13, 2021
Yes. Both have equal rights, so she can take the child to another state. If the father has an issue with it, he can file for divorce or separation.
My ex constantly bombards me with court related matters plus receiving communications from his atty. I asked my ex to not speak to me about court related matters and let communications regarding court go between myself and his atty. My ex communicates in a threatening type manner and is very... View More
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answered on May 13, 2021
You aren't required to respond to anything not related to children or business between you and him. You can respond just to the attorney about court related matters.
I worked for a company and retired after 30 years. Retired in 2004. I started work in 1973 , married in 1987.
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answered on May 11, 2021
Part of the account is marital, part is premarital. The marital portion is subject to be split. It may or may not be, depending on the facts of your case and other available assets. Talk to an attorney about your situation.
Been separated for 7+ years. Custody and child support are not an issue. We both want a divorce and to remarry. Divorce would be from Tennessee
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answered on May 6, 2021
Divorce is not free. There is a filing fee for each case. If you want to file without an attorney, you can do that, but there is a fee to file, which varies depending on which county you are in.
There are no kids involved only thing I have is my house that's been in my name and a car thats in both our names But she doesn't want neither one. Also she went to a different stateShe left with no warning She doesn't even want to work on it And neither do I
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answered on May 3, 2021
You can file the divorce here in Georgia and the case will proceed. You can either reach an agreement or the judge will decide the division of assets and debts.
Specifically, mental abuse. A lot of insults, and not allowing the child to have friends or a love life (child is 16). Punishments for unusual things like accidentally making a mess with food.
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answered on May 3, 2021
You could expose yourself to being arrested for interference with custody if you take in a minor with permission of the parents. If the child needs help, you can contact authorities in your area who can investigate.
Also, my husband just took my daughter to his parents without my consent. Is that legal?
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answered on May 3, 2021
Both of you have equal rights, so he is allowed to take your daughter to see her grandparents.
She 14 in aug.
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answered on May 3, 2021
You have to follow the court order unless and until it's changed. You can file a modification to formally change the custody arrangments.
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answered on May 3, 2021
Most attorneys don't work pro bono unless it's a case referred by an agency. You cna reach out to legal aid in your area to see if you qualify.
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