Does a parent lose legal custody after a six month absence from the state?

I agree with Atty. Rich, the 6 month issue is only one of possible jurisdiction, not of custody. You haven't lost custody until a court says you...

Can I legally break my lease?

Consult with a local landlord-tenant attorney before you do anything, but every lease has an implied covenant of habitability, and this sounds like...

Can I sue for defamation or Character or slader

Your main question asked if you could sue anyone. I don't see any grounds for that. As for the other parent's claim, I cannot state whether this...

Could my landlord sue me for a month's rent If I leave a month earlier than the date on their notice to quit?

I would not worry under this scenario. He is obviously covering for a faulty notice to quit. He will not suffer damages of lost rent for that added...

Summoned for child support by state, not the mother.. My name is on birth certificate, but I'm not the father.

I agree with Atty. Taylor. You may very well be on the hook. When you get to court/speak to DOR, tell them you are not the father, ask for a...

Does my husband need to request a legal name change?

Yes he will.

I agree with Atty. Stevenson. He has to file a lawsuit. He has to make a valid claim that somehow your activity damaged his house. He has to have...

The complaint you need to file to establish title is an action to quiet title under MGL c. 240, filed in either Superior Court or Land Court. Proof...

My deceased father is inheriting money . I am his trustee. How should the check be made out so it can be deposited?

I agree with Atty. McMahon's advice. Ask for it to go directly to the trust if you can, assuming that is where it belongs. The inheritance payments...

I live in WV...i divorced & remarried quickly & now divorced....can i take back my 1st exhusban's surname?

Speak to the clerks at the court whether it is possible.