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The other parent is also homeless and has not provided me or court of new address. And now is demanding to get kids for winter break. Even thought has not contacted me prior or fallowed his parenting plan for months, i have had the kids in my care on his times for about 6 months now. And he comes... View More 
Child's attorney has abused his position by not applying equally the law to the other side with regards to the best interest standards and has disregarded the statements of his client's mother where she admits in the deposition to lying to her husband, her older son dealing drugs out of... View More
In oregon what are the laws for purgery, not following the ceast and desist order giving firearms away that belonged to me
I filed for divorce, he sold and gave my personal items away, took me off health insurance causing outstanding bills and collections, financial hardship. And withheld atleast 2 pention/retirement accounts. His attorney admitted to my ex having other accounts and still wanted to stay with the... View More
I am an "interested party" in an upcoming trial that lives in a different state than where the trial is being held. The trial isn't about me, but there are many lies about me involved. I'm not happy that someone is using lies about me for their own means. How can such a situation be approached?
A lawyer has requested me not to talk to a specific elderly person about topics that *may* upset the person under threat of getting the court to disallow communication. Those are the primary topics that said person likes to discuss. They aren't illegal topics. Just sharing opinions.... View More
answered on Dec 11, 2024
In Oregon, when a Guardian has been appointed for an incapacitated adult (protected person) the Guardian may limit association between the protected person and another person "To the extent the guardian determines necessary to avoid unreasonable harm to the protected person’s health, safety... View More
is this legal they also took my phone my mom gave me and still pays for but I searched up that its still illegal to do so is this also correct?
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answered on Oct 29, 2024
Turning 18 grants you legal adulthood, meaning you have the right to choose where you live. Your father cannot force you to stay with him against your will. If you prefer to live with your mother, you have the autonomy to make that decision independently.
Taking your phone without your... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2024
This looks like something that an Oregon criminal attorney should probably advise you on. The question was probably overlooked for three weeks because of the "Personal Injury" or "Family Law" headings. If you're being charged, don't lose further time awaiting guidance... View More
Can I ask him for a list?
answered on Oct 22, 2024
Did your mother pass away or did she hire a probate attorney? Were the expenses incurred by the attorney or someone else? More information is needed before your question can be accurately answered.
I was coerced into facing the grand jury for my partner and was told if i didn't go in front of them and speak up about what happened, then I would be charged with a crime. I did not want to go, nor did I ever want to press charges, let alone have a no contact blessed on us. It's... View More
answered on Oct 7, 2024
It is very common for victims of DV to later recant and/or want no contact orders lifted. Very rarely is that granted. You can try talking with her attorney to see if you can do anything to help her legal position but ultimately, the legal process will play out and you can't alter it very... View More
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answered on Sep 2, 2024
You do not give enough information to meaningfully answer this question.
Has there been a custody proceeding between you and the mother? Has there been any other court involvement? Are you currently paying child support? Were you and the mother married? Was there domestic violence between... View More
Would go to my daughter. He is getting married at the end of this month and my daughter is concerned. How do I protect her interest.
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answered on Jun 5, 2024
That marriage will give spouse rights. Why did your lawyer not get you a life estate/remainder deed at the divorce hearing? You might record a certified copy of the divorce decree in the County of the house, but the surviving spouse might try to ignore it. A contempt action probably does not... View More
I have specific dates listed on my parenting plan and my children’s father is scheduled to have them while they’re still in school (he lives out of state) I’ve been tirelessly trying to work with him and plan our summer for months and to see if he wanted to extend his dates or change them. He... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2024
The language of the parenting plan controls.
If you did the divorce yourself, it is likely deficient in spelling out exactly what the rights and responsibilities are of each parent. You should not need to work tirelessly to arrange parenting time. Those details should be in the parenting... View More
The judge in Jackson county Oregon made a judgement of video visits 2xaweek and my ex's girlfriend only has a phone in the house and she goes on there won't give them the phone to visit me and says they don't love u they don't want to talk to you and hangs up or sometimes no... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2024
The language of the parenting plan controls your visitation with your kids. The ex's girlfriend does not get a say in your relationship with your children.
You need to document what is occurring. After you have some documentation, you can go to the Jackson County Courthouse and ask to... View More
If there is no power of attorney or will. Even after in the beginning the friend was allowed to make decisions for the family member when the said patient first was in the hospital?
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answered on Jun 13, 2024
A "friend", whether it is a romantic partner or a life long friend or even man's best friend, has no rights to make end of life decisions unless that person is named in an advance directive as the decision maker. The hospital will have a procedure it follows for making these crucial... View More
A witness in the case served me thru mail from California to Oregon where I live, cuz judge allowed it after he found I was evading service. Then I filed documents asking the other parent to provide me with evidence and to quash service and terminate the order and my motions/requests went... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2024
First, you should file a motion to set aside the restraining order with the California court, explaining that your previous motions to quash service and request evidence went unanswered. Emphasize that the court’s lack of response has deprived you of due process and that the restraining order is... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2024
You need to contact Oregon Department of Justice/Child Support Division and request that they notify Oregon DMV that your child support is current. Once DMV is notified, DMV should reinstate your license.
answered on Mar 13, 2024
I do not do probate litigation, however, I believe it is unlikely that a will contest case would be handled with a contingency fee.
I have all the necessary evidences to prove against at least a dozen officials for deprivation of civil rights and one with conspiracy. I ant find an attorney. I am lucky to fall under 28USC1331 and also 28USC1332. It's rare to fall under one requirement, let alone they both apply to my case.... View More
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answered on Mar 8, 2024
Filing a lawsuit under 42 USC §§ 1983 and 1985 in federal court is a significant legal challenge, especially for someone representing themselves. To start, ensure you clearly understand the legal requirements for these claims, including the need to demonstrate how each official deprived you of... View More
I have a child with a parent who had assaulted me in the presence of the child in 2017 and has not had contact with them since. They were arrested, charged and took a plea deal. I would like to change his name but want to avoid this other human being as much as possible. I was trying to figure out... View More
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answered on Mar 8, 2024
Search Google for Oregon Minor Name Change. The first answer will be a fact sheet from the Oregon Judicial Department. Follow the instructions. It is pretty straightforward.
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