What would constitute abuse from a step father toward children other than physical contact in Massachusetts?

This is a somewhat murky question. While there's a statutory definition of abuse that focuses primarily on physical acts and threats of physical...

As has already been pointed out, before any of this can be answered, there's a question about how the property was held. Whether the...

Jury, race an an innocent defendant. Does race matter? - Domestic violence

As already mentioned, it's impossible to determine what the outcome will be. It's also very difficult to prove the causative effect of race in...

Can I file for grandparents visitation in another state?

That would depend on VT law. Repost the question with your location as the town in VT where your granddaughter lives.

My son is seven years old iam trying to move to maine without his father, he's on the birth certificate butnocustodyorderhelp me

I have to disagree with Attorney Poor. Though you have sole physical and legal custody, if your son's father is listed on the birth certificate,...

How to file an answer after being served?

You should also note that there are certain times when you need to file a motion to dismiss prior to filing an answer or you lose your right to ask...

Help! I need an great Attorney in New Hampshire about an abuse case for my child.

Attorneys aren't allowed to solicit potential clients under the ethical rules governing our conduct. Attorneys aren't allowed to solicit Askers in...

To be explicit, you need either agreement from your ex or a court order to move out of state. You cannot do so unilaterally. If you have a...

I'm 17 and my girlfriend is 15 is it legal to have sex and could her parents press charges if we did have consensual sex?

Go to google.com and type in "age of consent florida".

How likely will a judge grant grandparent visitation?

There's a jurisdictional issue that needs to be addressed before you get to the merits of your case. It sounds like your daughter lives in VT. If...