My husband and I have been separated for 13 years, he lives in Mexico and I live in West Virginia. Can I file for divorce?
Thomas's answer
|
Answered on February 11, 2020
Yes, you can get divorced. Jurisdiction is in the place where you last lived together as husband and wife. If that was outside WV, as long as you...
Archived
Can my landlord evict me for having guest?
Thomas's answer
|
Answered on February 11, 2020
First of all, a landlord cannot evict you on the spot. There is a process to follow.
Second, though, a landlord can set rules. You mention...
Archived
Grandparents Rights
Thomas's answer
|
Answered on February 11, 2020
You can try. Your only recourse would be to a) call CPS on them if you think the child is at risk or b) seek guardianship if you think you can...
Archived
I am a mom of a 12 year old boy. I signed temp custody to my mom to get help 10 years ago for treatment, how can I get custody?
Thomas's answer
|
Answered on February 11, 2020
I agree with my colleagues and all depends on what court proceedings preceded this. If guardianship was given, petition to revoke the...
Archived
My daughter is 13 and my son is 6 months, are they supposed to share a room?
Thomas's answer
|
Answered on February 11, 2020
There is no specific rule on this, common sense and economic realities apply. But when in a custody battle with the other parent, sometimes this...
How can I annul an addendum to a leases?
Thomas's answer
|
Answered on February 11, 2020
Did you sign the addendum? Did you read it? If so, you cannot just unilaterally annul it. You are responsible for reading everything you sign....
On a No Trespass letter in Massachusetts, how many names can it be addressed to?
Thomas's answer
|
Answered on February 11, 2020
I'll answer your three related questions here:
1. You can address the letter to the owners of the property. The constable will serve them. You...
Archived
Does a violation of an order allow custodial parent to withhold visitation?
Thomas's answer
|
Answered on February 11, 2020
No, you cannot just do that. Otherwise, the other party cites you for contempt. You either seek contempt, or modification to change the rules of...
Archived
D Does d cf take the kid away if the case is supported?
Thomas's answer
|
Answered on February 11, 2020
If supported, it depends on the nature of the allegation whether DCF will take the child. They do not in all circumstances - it is possible to...
Archived
Can I be evicted over one party?
Thomas's answer
|
Answered on February 11, 2020
First depends on whether you have a lease or not.
If you have a lease, it depends whether you broke any terms of the lease or rules. Even if...
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
The Avvo Rating explained
The Avvo Rating explained