How much consideration is given by the judge if a child of 8 speaks to the judge and states that she wants to go back to her Mom

It depends on the circumstances and what the child tells the judge. A child of that age is not presumed to know what is in their own best...

I want to know if theres any chance i could take full custody of my little cousin

Of course it's possible, but it depends on the fitness of both his parents and who else might be seeking custody. among a number of other factors. ...

A single semester student loan dismissed vs discharged in bankruptcy court

I think you really need to retain an attorney. I recall from your last question that you thought you received a discharge of your student loans...

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My daughter hurt her back in an accident in which her friend flipped the car over. Do we need a lawyer ?

I think you should speak to an attorney first. Bringing a personal injury claim is difficult and the insurance adjuster's job is to pay you the...

How bad is my sons hit and run?

It is very important that you not post any more details online and if there is a way to delete this I suggest you do. Contact one or more of the...

Filing for divorce for my father. I have full legal rights over him.

I agree with Mr. Bedford. You should consult with an experienced Family Court attorney. Any one of us here on Avvo would be happy to speak with...

How do I prove lost income to insurance company as a retail business owner after motor vehicle accident left me unable to work?

Obviously, it is much more complicated to prove lost wages for those who are not on payroll. We generally provide them with past tax returns and...

Can my ex get a judge to block me from posting about my pregnancy online?

I agree with Mr. Levesque. I don't think that is going to happen. On the other hand, your ex sounds kind of bizarre and controlling. That is...

Do I need to refinance or ??

You really need to speak with an attorney. It is probably not advisable to do anything like that until your divorce is resolved.

How can i divorce my wife when i have two stepdaugthers?

I presume that you concern is that the two girls are not legally your daughters. In Rhode Island, we recognize the rights of what is known as a...