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Q: I went threw a divorce ten years ago she got a car that got repossessed now they are coming after me for the money

They placed a judgement against me now soon to be garnishment of wages how can I fight it

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Q: I haven't received unemployment benefits for 3 years.Receive a ladder and they violated two of my amendment rights w

I received the latter January 24 I haven't received benefits since 2021. They said they overpaid me, but they did not. Debbie was terminated. My case was vacated. I hadn't been able to draw an input mechanism for just about 3 years. And I spoke with legal aid. They said it is a civil suit... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Divorce and DUI / DWI for Virginia on
Q: I haven't received unemployment benefits for 3 years.Receive a ladder and they violated two of my amendment rights w

I received the latter January 24 I haven't received benefits since 2021. They said they overpaid me, but they did not. Debbie was terminated. My case was vacated. I hadn't been able to draw an input mechanism for just about 3 years. And I spoke with legal aid. They said it is a civil suit... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Pennsylvania on
Q: Are we married if the officiant failed to file our marriage license in Pennsylvania in 1995?

There was no record found during an online search.

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Massachusetts on
Q: property separation in divorce for two are married but live in different state separately due to work.

If two are married but live in different states due to work, what would be the property separation in divorce, assuming a short term marriage within 4 years (no kids/properties)?

1. For example, if the divorce is in “equitable distribution“ states, is it possible to split the mutual... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Kansas on
Q: What forms do you have to file in Kansas to change a divorce decree?

My ex and I did not address his retirement in our divorce decree. In addition, we stated that he was going to keep the house after a period of 12 months. We are amicable and have since decided to switch things. He is going to keep my part of his retirement in exchange for his part of the equity in... View More

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Q: Wife left me 11/2023 but left all her big things here. How long do I have to wait before I can get rid of her things?

Uncontested divorce almost finalized. Does not include anything in it but the divorce itself.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Banking for California on
Q: Ex has not turned off automatic monthly deposit to my bank. It’s not spousal or child support. Can he sue me for $ back?
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answered on Mar 18, 2024

Under California law, if someone accidentally sends you money, such as through an automatic monthly deposit, they have the right to request the return of those funds. This principle applies regardless of the relationship between the parties involved. If your ex-partner has been making deposits into... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for California on
Q: Awarded Alimony for life & will it stop if move in to boyfriend’s rented apt?

I've been granted lifelong alimony due to a lengthy marriage. According to my divorce decree, alimony ceases only upon remarriage or death. My concern is whether moving into my boyfriend's rented place would affect this arrangement. Renting in CA is expensive, so this seems like a viable... View More

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answered on Mar 17, 2024

Under California law, alimony is typically governed by the specific terms set forth in your divorce decree. If your agreement states that alimony only ceases upon remarriage or death, then cohabitating with a partner doesn't automatically end your alimony payments. However, the situation can... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Family Law, Child Support and Domestic Violence for Arizona on
Q: Can i get aid to change the no spousal maintenance divorce decree and get help with child support.

I have been a homemaker for 18 years and i have a 10 year child I am getting railroaded by my ex for no spousal maintenance and 199. a month for child support. I am trying to gain employment but i am dealing with a health issues Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension limiting my ability to do alot of... View More

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Q: Do separation papers from the state of North Dakota that have not been filed, have relevance in a filed divorce petition

Petitioner moved to Kansas. Sent separation papers but they were not filed, both parties signed them but not infront of a witness or notary.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family Law for California on
Q: My husband kicked me out of the house and then changed the locks and then left town with all my stuff still inside?

My husband was abusive and this included financial abuse. He started a fight to kick me out of the house. The cops came and he left for 3-4 days they said. He came back to get me. He has changed the locks and the code to the garage. I am homeless and pennyless yet my house with all my stuff sits... View More

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answered on Mar 15, 2024

If you have been unjustly removed from your home, especially in cases involving domestic violence or abusive situations, you have rights that need to be addressed promptly. The law offers protections to ensure that individuals in such circumstances are not left without shelter or access to their... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Virginia on
Q: I have a question about cross state lines divorce involving a protective order and other issues.

The last residence with my husband was SC. 5/11/22 I filed separation agreement and divorce papers and left, coming to VA to get away and be able to have a fresh strat , he refused to show up to the divorce hearing and I do not know what to do now to get this over with so I can ha e my fresh start... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Appeals / Appellate Law for Maryland on
Q: If parties of divorce cannot agree on partition of property in Maryland, is sale in lieu of partition the only option

by judge? Even if marital home was acquired before marriage under sole ownership and the trial court orders sale by trustee, is the forced sale an appealable issue in light of new Partition of Property Act? Can I buy out other party based on estimated net proceeds of an appraisal of fair market... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Divorce for North Carolina on
Q: What do I do in a divorce when I don't have money until the money becomes mine again and I sue?

My wife left suddenly, one time made it look like somebody robbed the house and then always came with full police even tho i never did anything. She took everything from the house she could as they forced me to stay with them, what I believe broke my civil rights. Then with the Property management... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Divorce for Massachusetts on
Q: my spouse signed an affidavit and claimed taht i had indian citizenship in another country and I would leave with child

I am an american citizen for over 44 years with 20 years federal service , he signed under oath and said this and lied

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Family Law for Florida on
Q: Can a married person who has power of attorney for spouse who is mentally retarded file for divorce and sign for them?
Terrence H Thorgaard
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answered on Mar 15, 2024

No. A power of attorney does not allow the holder (also known as "attorney in fact") to practice law; signing documents to be filed in court in behalf of another person would be practicing law. It would also be a conflict of interest for one spouse to sign papers in behalf of the other... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Domestic Violence for North Carolina on
Q: I married an illegal man out of love but now that he sees it's not as easy to obtain a GC he treats me bad. How divorce?

For 20 years he treated me like a princess. Now that I finally married him and he found out it's not so easy to obtain a green card he is a completely different man. He's violent and will not even talk to me most the time. I truly feel used. I've tried to make it work and Ive never... View More

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