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I have a stable job, my own car, the kids will have guaranteed heath insurance through my job, I live in a home where they will have their own bedrooms. I am almost 2 years sober and have completed 30 days of rehab, 6 months of sober living and 1 year of probation no issues.
He recently got 2 makeup days but there was a major communication fail because I was to pick up our son on my way home and after calling and texting him the Night before and the day of he wouldn't respond to me which made me miss a day with our son and then he ended up staying another night... View More 
The county that allegedly things took place due to the power positions that are also in hand.
I have sole custody of my 2 children. I found out that the non-custodial parent applied for SSDI benefits on my oldest child (he is autistic). Is this allowed? I was under the assumption SSDI on minors could only be paid to custodial parents?
He kicked me out, I lived in my car for 5 days and am now with family. The house was only in his name (purchasing), however I paid him rent every month which he changed most every month and I paid cable. He took my house keys the night he kicked me out because he was drunk and belligerent and will... View More
I have sole physical and legal custody of my daughter. We signed a paternity affidavit but the father never took the dna test to get joint legal.He doesn’t wanna pay child support and is insisting on 50/50 custody even though when we lived together he didn’t care for our child. He doesn’t... View More
I'm worried about getting it filled out more than representation at the moment once it's approved then I'll need representation. I was unaware I could file a appeal on a tpr case which is why there is such delay in this matter. My rights were violated and I wasn't able to speak... View More
Widow kept it until her death at which time her brother took it for his wife. Any recourse for me?
My father signed a POA before he passed leaving everything to his wife & her kids. His wife just passed away as well. I find no evidence of a will. I've contacted his lawyer to see if he had a trust but she won't respond. Do i have any rights?
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answered on Jun 5, 2024
POA ends at death of principal. The heirs probably own the real property, which may be the heirs of the wife. Hire an IN attorney to search the title and for assets.
She moved out of an abusive home as soon as she turned 18, less than a year ago. My son and her are expecting their first child and she needs her birth certificate in order to get state health insurance for prenatal care. Her abusive mother refuses to turn over her birth certificate, and it's... View More
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
1. Obtaining a birth certificate from another state:
- Most states allow individuals to request their own birth certificates online, by mail, or in person at the vital records office.
- She doesn't need her mother's permission to obtain her own birth certificate, as... View More
My case was 5 years ago and so was my felony I graduated a inpatient rehab and drug court and been sober that long I need to get placement of my grandson please help me
answered on Jun 3, 2024
Let CPS and the court know that you are willing to have a hair follicle drug test done to prove you no longer are on drugs.
If CPS won’t work with you on this send an e-mail to the judge saying you’re willing to take a hair follicle drug test to prove you’re not participating in... View More
I live in Indiana. My daughter’s dad has a record of abuse. We eased into visits having no overnights for a couple months at first. Now he has a gf from another state and goes there and leaves our child there and never tells me where she is, if she left state or who has her while he is working.
answered on Jun 3, 2024
He is obligated to tell you were he will be taking your child especially if your child is “being left” with the gf. He is required to inform you why is your daughter being left with the gf. Where is he? Look in your court documents to see if the parents were given “right of first... View More
Violating parenting time order
Violating court ordered therapy for children
Violating initial agreement for living accommodations
Removed my access to children’s medical records
answered on Apr 25, 2024
A motion for contempt is not a DIY project. You need to consult an attorney with experience in the area of family law in or near the county of the court that issued the orders being violated. It is very easy for an inexperienced attorney--much less a layperson--to fail to satisfy the specificity... View More
My wife's son, from a previous marriage, has filed for guardian and conservator over my wife and apparently was already awarded emergency guardianship. He emailed my son and I unofficial and incomplete documents wanting us to sign my right to be notified away and we refused because my wife... View More
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answered on Apr 17, 2024
In Kentucky, the law requires that certain interested parties be notified of guardianship and conservatorship proceedings. According to Kentucky Revised Statutes (KRS) 387.580, the person for whom a guardian or conservator is sought (your wife, in this case) must be notified, unless the court finds... View More
My sister had a baby in the hospital two years ago. A first time parent. She had no drugs or alcohol in her system. She was asking for a lot of help. And had post partum. Her family came and was told everything was fine but nurses said otherwise. They said there concerns for her ability to properly... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2024
If your sister's situation unfolded as described, it could potentially involve wrongful actions by the hospital staff and the Department of Child Services (DCS). It is concerning if a social worker practicing with an expired license was involved in the decision-making process, as this could... View More
My wife has had her family taken and turned against her, She has encountered a very difficult life since the Rape occured. Her ex spouse has taken all her properties, Her 2 children, Stalks her, Harrasses her, Forced her into medications to control her. I am her husband Kenneth, Here recently her... View More
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answered on Mar 22, 2024
I'm truly sorry to hear about what your wife and you are going through. It's crucial to prioritize her well-being and safety. You should report the rape and other criminal activities committed by her ex-spouse to the local police as soon as possible. They can initiate an investigation and... View More
My daughter was 12yrs old n taken from her biological parents, us, for the first time, and placed with her oldest sister n her fiancee. When I first was told by DCS where they placed her, I immediately said no, her sister, so I thought, will abuse her cause she's always been jealous of her... View More
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answered on Mar 17, 2024
I strongly recommend consulting with an experienced attorney who specializes in child welfare cases and civil lawsuits against government agencies. They will be able to review the details of your case, advise you on the best course of action, and help you understand your legal rights and options.
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