Can I file for divorce if my spouse has already filed?
It depends. If the previous case is still pending, you should not file a new case. If the previous case has been dismissed, a new case is possible.
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It depends. If the previous case is still pending, you should not file a new case. If the previous case has been dismissed, a new case is possible.
Yes, assuming that your spouse has done something for which he or she might be civilly liable.
Truth is an absolute defense to a defamation suit.
It's impossible to tell whether you have a claim or not without knowing the specific words that were published, where and when they were published...
It is probably too late to resurrect the libel claim. Assuming a notice of entry was served and proof of service properly filed, the time to appeal...
A notice of entry is a formal notice that the decision or action of the court attached to the notice has been taken and officially entered in the...
You should discuss your case in detail with a local divorce lawyer. The kind of analysis necessary to determine whether spousal support is likely...
It's highly unlikely. But you should consult a local divorce attorney to discuss the specifics of your case, which could change the situation.
You need to seek enforcement and/or modification of the provisions of the decree. Your attorney will know how to draft the motion papers.
There's a decent chance that you are entitled to support, but it's impossible to be certain without a full review of your finances and situation....