Can my relative with power of attorney sign a class action opt out letter for me?

I would think so.....I doubt that a claims administrator will contest the opt out or that a court would not uphold it. I assume that the power of...

See explanation of situation

Nothing is easy....you should probably notify the defendant of the failure to respond (things do get lost) and if you are ignored go to the judge...

Possibly...it all depends..etc....judge's do not like to impose default judgments and are inclined to open them so that the merits of the case can...

Would I be able to cite a right to privacy to quash a subpoena for financial documents in a judgment?

it seems as if you may be able to vacate the default. however, the procedural issues here will be involved. You will need counsel.

Do I have to physically appear in court to get the default judgment vacated or can my attorney represent me?

An attorney can appear for you (unless testimony is needed to show a prima facie case and damages) Your attorney will know best.

If I submit a letter regarding financial hardship in meeting court orders to the court clerk, will the judge read it?

First the judge should read it. That said, this case involves your children. Is there anything more important to you. Get a lawyer! If you...

This s exactly the kind of pattern that a class action lawyer would be interested in. A class action requires counsel as a matter of law. The key...

Will i need to make sure that i ask the attorney to go before the judge an file a appeal

Nothing could be more serious; the relationship between you and your child is at issue; get an attorney..court appointed or otherwise.

Would I be able to appeal for unemployment benefits if I turned offer down?

It is unclear to me from your question about the downside of accepting the job, seeing how it goes, and looking for a new one in the meantime....

What should I do in addition to appealing a denial if the reason given for the denial was a lie?

You are correct that this is a potential problem that needs to be shown on appeal. A compensation attorney is your best bet for bringing the truth out