He thinks he is entitled to claim our son; he works OT every week half on books half off. He claimed him this year and screwed me. He doesn’t even dress him in clothes that fit him. He also doesn’t think dinner visits are acceptable as in order and rather than listen to him complain I gave in... Read more »

Under IRS rules, the custodial parent is the one that claims the child. This may be changed if you sign the appropriate IRS form releasing the exemption or there is a written agreement between the two of you that says he gets to claim the child.
This is a fictional universe of course but I haven’t found much information on the subject. To make it brief, a young girl runs away from an abusive father and winds up on a man’s doorstep who takes her in. He cares for her until months later, the abusive father gets a legal team to seize back... Read more »

Under todays' laws the answer would be no however you would need to speak to someone familiar with the laws in 1942
My concern is our lawyer is about to start processing my papers for green card, is it possible for me still get it even without her petition?

The Violence Against Women's Act protects non-resident aliens from deportation or denial of status when a divorce is based on domestic violence during the marriage. I have cancelled many such cases in the past.
i live in new york and i have been married for a year and a half. our daughter is 11 months old. i cant live with my husband any longer due to his anger problems towards me and her. he is very verbally abusive and he grabs my child way from me. am i allowed to take my daughter and leave to my... Read more »

You’re going to need to get an emergency order of protection. Can you call law enforcement to get it or get a temp order in court.
My son was left with his father while I was at work. He didn't call me from work or anything letting me know that my child was injured. He didn't even tell me as when. I got home and talked for 10 mins. I found him making a noise as I was about to enter the bathroom and I asked his... Read more »

You can report this to DSS as it is a case of neglect. Beyond that, you would have to speak to someone who does personal injury law to see if you have a case beyond neglect.
I don't want him to lose his career, but he has harmed me physically, emotionally, and financially throughout our relationship and I want it to stop and I am afraid of him. I believe that an order of protection would be enough to stop his abuse, but I also don't want him to lose his... Read more »

If you file for an OP in family court that is a civil matter and it will not affect his license. However, if he violates the order and gets arrested, then it becomes a criminal matter and if convicted of a felony, he would loose his license.
I am looking into what my options are as far as pressing charges so more information would he helpful.

You can consult with local precinct or the local district attorney. Or consult a local attorney. There are civil and criminal ramifications.
Early in 2019, New York passed new legislation extending the statute of limitations for sexual abuse claims in the state. Before this legislation,... Read more »

Hire a private lawyer.
I called the police to report domestic dispute, but she refused to file a report. I didn’t know about the holes at the time. Can I call the police back, and press destruction of property charges?

If the boyfriend is damaging your property, there is nothing keeping you from calling to report a crime. Law enforcement will decide whether they'll arrest, cite, or charge the individual in question.
We have 2 kids together

If you meet the residency requirements, all you have to do is start a divorce action and have him served.
not allowed in bedroom unless its night but the guardian comes to wake up at 6:30 in the morning and they arent allowed back in their bedroom all day they lock the door

The question is why are they doing that. Is there a valid reason to do that.
The individual being financially abused is currently abusing illicit substances, does not have a job, and does not have access to their finances. The individual has children with their abuser. There is currently no physical or sexual abuse.

You can file a petition for spousal maintenance and child support.
A false police report was made by my family members and the NYPD arrested me based on that FALSE/FAKE police report. Now, I need a lawyer that can help me file lawsuits for False police report, wrongful arrest, financial harm, destruction of reputation, mental stress & conspiracy. Thanks.

Do you have proof that the police KNEW the report was false and DELIBERATELY arrested you without evidence? How many years in jail did you spend as a result?
I recently had to call the police on my husband for pushing me off a ladder for standing up for our son. There is a police report filed, however he is back in the house and making threats to break our devices if he sees them, he has taken all of the chargers and my son has not been able to do his... Read more »

You should know, that the Family Court is still open in every county it just might be held in a difference courthouse. Based upon what you are saying, you can go to family court and get an order of protection putting your husband out of the house or at least one that says he can't do anything... Read more »
It's a violation on a order for in lieu of maintenance since 2012. the company that served him messed up and didn't file proof of service nor give me a copy to to do it til 3 mos later. H e and his lawyer showed up so obviously he was served, but it was not calendared, and became paper... Read more »

Write to the Administrative Law Judge

It really depends on the age difference at the time of the relationship. In NY Statutory rape occurs when a person has consensual sex with someone under the age of consent. ... It is considered statutory rape to have sex with anyone under 17 years old in New York. However, there is a close-in-age... Read more »
When I moved to a new state. I reconnected with my ex girlfriend who I still loved. I used my savings to help her move across the country with me (flights, car shipping, etc.) We discussed for her to get acclimated with the new city and then find a job to start helping contribute to our household.... Read more »

The video may have an impact but you will have rights no matter what.

File a petition in family court to be emancipated. There should be a help center in the county family court.
I am getting ready to Divorce my wife after her affair and abuse towards our children and myself. divorce my wife after her affair and abuse towards our children and myself.
I was advised to get an order of protection before serving her with papers.
Is the order of protection... Read more »

An Order of Protection is not effective until it is served so she cannot be arrested until after service. Additionally, your wife has to be served with the request for an Order of Protection and she has a right to be heard on the issue.

The short answer is yes. Usually, its a parent, sibling or partner that was assaulted and later presents themselves as a surety or just wants to resume contact. What you need to check to see if there are any court orders prohibiting the offender from contact. Sometimes those are stand alone court... Read more »
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