I agree with my colleague. If he is able to eat, provide himself with shelter, then he certainly should be able to provide child support. There is...

Given new MA guidelines, in cases of combined income over $250,000, how do you expect judges to handle the "overage" amount?

First, as the child support guidelines changed in Massachusetts effective on August 1, 2013, the new language in the guidelines regarding income...

Are there laws in MA protecting new spouses' incomes when it comes to deciding child support amounts?

He should retain a child support attorney to assist him in this. I am a former DOR Child Support Enforcement Attorney, and based in my...

Do I need attorney to fight the speeding ticket?

Obviously, you will put yourself in a much better situation if you have counsel represent you. I have handled numerous speeding ticket hearings,...

I would reach out to your Probation Officer and discuss the situation with them openly and honestly. You should find out "why" your Probation...

There is a difference between "Can" and "Should." I would strongly advise against two siblings - with such an age disparity from sleeping in the...

What do I need to do to get my license back after my second dui in 1year?

First, I would strongly suggest contacting your attorney with such "case-specific" questions. However, generally speaking, there are numerous...

Should I just give up?

I am a former DOR Child Support Enforcement Attorney. The issue of you legally being the father is well-settled. You cannot fight this. It has...

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Discuss this matter with your probation officer. Inform him/her of your current situation, and the predicament you face. You are not a felon. ...

What happens if i denie a dna test?

If it is court ordered, then you may very well default, and the court could adjudicate the Plaintiff the father without the child submitting to DNA...