Questions answered by Elsabeth Damgaard McGohey

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For a credit card account when does the statue of limitation starts, I know is 3 years

Elsabeth's answer | Answered on September 24, 2016

Your payment in September of 2013 probably puts the debt collector within the three year statute of limitations to collect on the debt. You should...

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Can my ex get child support from me , from years ago?

Elsabeth's answer | Answered on August 10, 2016

Your question is difficult to answer because you have not provided enough information. Based upon the information that you have provided I...

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What do I do if I want to propose equal financial responsibility over our child, instead of one paying the other child support?

Elsabeth's answer | Answered on August 10, 2016

I recommend that you consult with a lawyer for help completing the documents you need for the final hearing. It sounds as though you want to have...

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How do I go about changing a parenting plan that was put in place when my children were 8 and 10?

Elsabeth's answer | Answered on August 10, 2016

I agree with the prior answers. You will need to file a motion to modify the original parenting plan. The passage of time may help you to obtain...

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Do i need to give alimony ?

Elsabeth's answer | Answered on August 10, 2016

As the prior answers indicated, the filing of a motion for reconsideration does not delay your obligation to comply with the court's order. If the...

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Is it illegal for an attorney to represent someone in court without filing papers with the court prior to the appearance?

Elsabeth's answer | Answered on July 22, 2016

It is absolutely not illegal for an attorney to appear at a hearing without giving the Court or other parties prior notice. There is no basis for...

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How can I try to negotiate with my ex BF's attorney when he is demanding I buy him out when there's no equity in the house!?

Elsabeth's answer | Answered on July 20, 2016

He could file for a partition or you could buy him out. You may have no option, however, but to actually sell the property as a practical matter. ...

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When an individual is in family therapy, does the involvement of a spouse impact HIPAA and confidentiality?

Elsabeth's answer | Answered on July 20, 2016

This question is more of a HIPAA question than a family law or child custody question. I recommend consulting with a lawyer who specializes in...

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Can the father of my children kick us out of our house that is in both our names?

Elsabeth's answer | Answered on July 20, 2016

I agree with the former answers, namely that a partition action could be filed to force you to sell your interest. You also could buy him out of...

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Should i let my insurance appraiser rip apart my car

Elsabeth's answer | Answered on July 20, 2016

You should not let anyone do the work on the vehicle until both the dealer and the insurance company have had a chance to thoroughly examine it. ...

Elsabeth Damgaard McGohey's Answers (38)

For a credit card account when does the statue of limitation starts, I know is 3 years

Can my ex get child support from me , from years ago?

What do I do if I want to propose equal financial responsibility over our child, instead of one paying the other child support?

How do I go about changing a parenting plan that was put in place when my children were 8 and 10?

Do i need to give alimony ?

Is it illegal for an attorney to represent someone in court without filing papers with the court prior to the appearance?

How can I try to negotiate with my ex BF's attorney when he is demanding I buy him out when there's no equity in the house!?

When an individual is in family therapy, does the involvement of a spouse impact HIPAA and confidentiality?

Can the father of my children kick us out of our house that is in both our names?

Should i let my insurance appraiser rip apart my car