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Q: Can my husband’s ex-wife come after me for alimony arrears after he dies?
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answered on Jun 6, 2022

No. I cannot think of a situation where she would have standing.

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3 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Massachusetts on
Q: Can the courts force me to visit my child? I pay support fully and on time, but I absolutely refuse to visit.

At this point I’m considering a restraining order against my ex, we agreed that I didn’t have to visit as long as I paid support. But she started trying to force me to visit, she shows up at my house with the kid occasionally. Last time I called the police and they made her leave but she’s... View More

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answered on Apr 25, 2020

While I practice in Florida, not Mass., in most states, courts cannot “force” a parent, against his or her will, to spend time with a child, but many can sanction a parent for their refusal, in some way, as forcing you seems contrary to the child’s best interest. Further, the court can... View More

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