Unfortunately you cannot. You have shared legal custody. You need to get your ex's permission to take the child to the family therapist. If the...

In paternity case in MA, is court required to preserve the relationship of primary caregiver only as it existed before the suit?

The standard the court uses is "the best interest of the child" The court works to preserve the bonds between the child and the parents...

You can bring a contempt action against her for not complying with the order. You might want to hire an attorney as this sounds like parent...

Can electrician charge us for a quote if we don't end up using him?

The contractor should tell you this up front and he should tell you there will be a fee for putting together an estimate. You are not obligated to...

Of Course you can purchase a car. Just make sure you keep up with your child support payments and don't worry. DOR will not repossess your car.

Should I allow DCF speak to my children privately?

I would not allow them to talk to your children privately again. Twice is more than enough, and if there is really no basis for any type of abuse,...

Sorry, you cannot. Legal age in Massachusetts is 18 years old. You are still a minor. You need to ask you parents for their permission. Maybe...

My ex-wife, who has a history of child abuse currently has custody of our child? Our child calls and describes abuse and ...

Sorry you don't have the right to tape your phone call without your ex's permission. She can listen to the call with your child if she has joint...

Can I relocate with my children within the same state?

The visitation plan should not be a problem as it is still within the state. You do have physical custody of the kids and he only sees them 3...

Can i file for divorce in Tennessee having been married in Utah ?

First you need to check the laws on the amount of time you need to live in Tennessee. State require the individual to have lived in the state for...