In a long distance relationship, want to end it. But the other person is threatening suicide. Can I get in trouble if they do it

No, you are not criminally responsible for such a decision by a troubled person for simply ending an undesirable relationship. However, I think it...

I am in NJ and was granted a FRO through court for harassment. My ex filed recently to remove.

If your ex repeatedly files and is denied a termination of the FRO, presumably because there is no reasonable basis to lift it, you can ask that...

If a woman divorces a man in NJ will he be obligated to pay her money? Not just for the kids?

You don't give enough detail to say for sure, but it is certainly possible that you would be entitled to spousal support (alimony) in addition to...

Is it illegal to miss the phone calls of the father of my children when he calls any other time except for the weekends?

It is not "illegal" in a sense that you are committing a criminal act. However, if the children are available when he calls, why not put them on...

Can I move my things out before turning 18 but live with my mom still or will i get in trouble?

You may move out anything that you individually purchased or that was given to you as a gift, but it sounds risky to move out anything that your...

1: Is it legal for a DYFS judge to grant temp custody to my mother with no evidence just accusation?

It sounds like the court appearance you had is what we call a Dodd hearing. That is a hearing that must take place almost immediately after a...

How can I figure out about how much alimony a father would have to pay if he makes about 60k more then the mother?

Alimony is not formulaic like child support. The alimony statute gives us a whole host of factors that must be considered. As a result, it is...

It is important to distinguish between your parental rights being terminated and you surrendering custody. If your parental rights were terminated,...

Impute income as custodial parent for child support

The judge is almost certain to impute some income to you even if you retired in good faith and were eligible to do so. your child has a right to be...

Child Custody

It is not clear whether you have been to court to address custody or child support at all yet. It sounds like you may not have ever filed anything....