Can a father get joint custody of a child not in his physical custody without the mothers knowledge.

Custody can only be awarded or modified by the court, and the court will require that the parties receive notice of any proceedings of this kind.

Defamation of Character?

While it is true that you are not a skunk, I don't think anybody actually believed him. In that way, I doubt that your reputation suffered any...

Are taxes paid on life insurance left to beneficiary's?

Without specific facts, I am unable to provide you with specific legal advice. However, as a starting point, the beneficiaries of a life insurance...

I believe you may be relying on some poor advice. Medical debts are valid debts, and they are subject to the same rules as other debts. The first...

When does a sublease become legally binding? When the tenant signs it, both parties sign, or when tenant receives a signed copy?

The sublease is effective as between the lessee and the sub-lessee when it is signed, unless the lease agreement between the lessee and the...

Can I file for divorce in MA with grounds of Adultery if I am the adulterer? If I do will this have any legal ramification?

I can't think of why you would choose to divulge this information to your spouse or to the court if it is not absolutely necessary. Massachusetts...

Two tenants-at-will in same apt

First, depending on the terms of your lease agreement, it is very likely that the landlord has the right to seek and expect the entire rent amount...

I am have to go to court for a credit dept from 1996 and the last time they contacted me was 2004 can they still collect?

The good news is that the creditor's lawsuit may be completely barred by the Massachusetts Statute of Limitations. My advice would be to hire an...

Can someone tape record you without you knowing it is being done?

No, this is not okay. This is a crime in Massachusetts.

Is there a maximum number of days that a landlord can require for a tenant to give notice of their intent to vacate?

There is no statutory maximum or minimum that addresses your specific situation (intent to vacate). Your lease terminates on a certain date. ...