In Massachusetts, if a child is 18 yrs or older and gives birth to a child... is this an emancipating event?

First, this - by itself - would not be an "emancipating event" in its own. For example, if a 13 year-old had a child, there would never be such a...

Is there such thing as the Digangi Rule in middlesex family court

No rule exists, every case is different and fact specific, and if this is the only issue that you and your husband disagree upon this case would...

How do we pay child support to Massachusetts enforcement from Canada?

I am a former DOR attorney, and unfortunately, I am very confused as to your predicament. DOR is in the business of collecting and enforcing child...

As a former DOR attorney, I can tell you that you raise a few issues here. First, even if DOR stops collection on the child support order, that...

Getting out of apartment lease without consequences in the first 2 weeks?

There is no "30 Day" rule in regards to landlord/tenant law. You have been misinformed. You are bound by the terms of the lease, and will be held...

Does Massachusetts recognize separate property?

Everything in Massachusetts is up for grabs during a divorce proceeding. Consult an attorney if you need more of a detailed explanation. I wish...

What legal rights do I have as a 16 year old as far as custody goes?

Unfortunately, your situation is not unique. However, you would not be allowed or able to bring any sort of action in the Family Court. I would...

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Had x wife served in MA she didn't show up in court , I think she left the state. What can I do to force her to return?

Retain an attorney, and file a Complaint for Contempt against mother. Good luck! Anthony Rao, Esq. www.lawrao.com 617-953-0836

How much and how long can I expect to pay in support/alimony?

If she is Ivy League educated, I would argue for a higher attribution of income than 53K. I am assuming, however, with reasonable efforts and her...

Hello - Would my ex-husb. be granted an increase in child support for my 19 y.o. son? Court is 10/2

You raise several issues in your question. First, you certainly can ask for a continuance, however, you do not raise any issues that would...