My husband passed away one years ago. My mother-in-law has been giving me a hard time and might pursue legal action to have visitation with our two children. Right now I do not allow her to be alone with the children. Does she have any legal rights as a grandparent? Children are not neglected or... View More 
answered on Feb 6, 2018
Major caveat: I am not licensed to practice in Ohio. You should consult at least one Ohio family law attorney.
Grandparents have the ability to go to court and seek grandparent visitation in some circumstances, which may include yours. However, at least theoretically, the court is... View More
My child's grandparents on his fathers side are threatening to take me to court for grandparents rights. We were never married and the father has nothing to do with our son he is also a threat considering he's threatend us with a firearm. The grandparents aren't very fit to care for... View More
answered on Jun 21, 2017
First, let me make clear that I am NOT admitted to practice in Tennessee -- and I strongly recommend that you consult not the Internet, but a Tennessee family law attorney, in person, if at all feasible.
That said, it's my understanding that Tennessee does allow grandparents to sue for... View More
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