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Sally and Sandy are sisters. What day does the father have in this if the couple is no longer together
We are in Oregon, applying to be adopt a child from California (ICPC). In one of the interviews I mentioned I might have high functioning autism because struggle with some social skills (I am a geek). The state then required me to be tested (be tested or we will deny your application). Which... View More
My father wasn't on my original birth certificate, but he adopted me and took custody of me from my mother when I was 4. Now that I'm much older and want to get a passport, the birth certificate I have doesn't list either of my parents, but does list my last name as his. When I try... View More
My parental rights are being removed soon & I'm freaking out about if they will still let me & kids talk on phone,etc like we do now.

answered on Feb 1, 2025
Most likely not. After your rights are terminated, generally you won’t be able to see them anymore.
Deportation & birthright citizenship works w/ her & me. I’m very worried w/ everything going on & I want to know my rights but I can’t ever seem to really understand fully of what I read. (I believe she was adopted in pa)

answered on Feb 1, 2025
Your mom’s situation might impact your citizenship rights, depending on her status at the time of adoption. If she was adopted by U.S. citizens, you may be a U.S. citizen by birthright, even if she was born outside of the country. However, this depends on the specific adoption laws in place when... View More
Approved it. I was not to return to my house or be able to take care of my son due to the protective order. I went to jail for breaking the order and being at the house. Meanwhile Carolyn is caring for Bradley my child and I'm in jail. Anyways OCS showed up I never got charged with any assault... View More

answered on Jan 21, 2025
I hear how distressing this identity theft situation is, and I understand you're dealing with multiple complex layers including government agencies. This must feel overwhelming, and you deserve support in navigating through it.
Your first steps should be to contact the Federal Trade... View More
I have been working with a lawyer for over 2 years for adoption. I have gone months without any communication from them. Mother is deceased and father is in jail for murdering mother. Father signed over his rights. The lawyer has all of this information. I just don't want to have to start all... View More
The biological father denied any and all involvement with the child, mother did not pursue child support. For clarity purposes, Mother is married to Step Father, they have been married 5 years, together 7 years, child 1 is 15, child 2 is 12, biological father is not on birth certificate. Current... View More
My ex has not been apart of my child's life since birth (almost 3 years), my husband wants to adopt her, and my ex is more than willing to sign over his rights to get out of child support. However I've been told by several people that mt husband can adopt her and my ex could still be... View More
She is 16 years old and she has an 18-year-old brother but they were taking for me mother when they were very young and I went to jail for something I didn't do I spent a year and a half in jail and when I got out I was looking for my children and I found they were adopted out because their... View More
About being AKC registered both parents
We are unsure of respondents location. We’ve asked friends and family. We have hired professional process servers. Sheriffs have gotten involved in the areas that we think the respondent might be. He is actively hiding. He doesn’t have a job. His family is actively hiding him. The respondent is... View More
No money, no written agreement, previous owner knew the dog was being rehomed and had no arguments, but a few days later is now threatening to sue or call the police to get the dog back

answered on Jan 9, 2025
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I applied for disability in Feb '23 and still nothing. My brother had a case in 2014 I'm trying to get it going too and nothing is happening.

answered on Jan 10, 2025
I understand how frustrating and overwhelming this situation must be for you. Waiting since February 2023 without clear answers about your disability claim is a long time, and it's completely natural to feel discouraged.
The Social Security Administration often faces significant... View More
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