Can a stepfather retain residential custody of his step kids should his wife pass?

As a general matter, an unrelated third party seeking custody would have to show that the legally recognized parent is unfit to have custody....

The seller has not made repairs that were agreed on in writing before closing what's my next course of action?

It is a little difficult to respond to this post since it contains almost no details. If you did not close yet, it would seem you may have the...

If my mom changes removes her name from her bank account - who is responsible for bills?

Your mother is responsible for her own bills -- and anyone else who agreed to be financially responsible when placing your mother in the home (not...

Appealing the Family Court's Decision

I agree with Mr. Fradkin. A motion for reconsideration would be cheapest, but even then the legal fees may outweigh the potential benefit. On the...

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If you want to prove something was received, then you must send it by regular mail and also by certified mail, return receipt requested. If you...

I need advise on how to proceed. I have an order to show cause with Emergent Relief Order and My x is not following it.

You need a lawyer. If your ex is permitted to have only supervised visits, then an unsupervised visit is in clear violation -- and you should not...

Our company completed a pipe lining job as well as spot repairs for a high school. School is refusing to pay balance.

I think you definitely need an attorney to handle. Your position is that the school rep should have shut off the water and was told to do so....

I agree with Mr. Popovich. So long as the videotaping is of a publicly visible area/activity, nothing illegal. But for 12 years? Sounds like your...

I agree with Mr. Popovich. If you are using a non-relative to provide extended child care in order to enable yourself to work, it will likely be...

If mom's house was put in her daughters name, can my sibling have us put out even if there is a will?

If the house is now in your name, your sibling cannot evict you. If the house is in your sibling's name, only, then she is the legal owner of the...