Can a parent legally take away a 16 year old's possessions?

Are you emancipated? Do you live with your parent(s)? Do you pay for your food and shelter? I assume the answers to be no. You are an...

Domestic Violence and Leaving marital home

When you say "is it legal" if you are referring to criminal law, then yes, you can leave and you will not be arrested for doing so, however, you...

If I am legally married for 2 years but not filing for divorce, can I still get spousal support as I can’t live in my home becau

I agree with my colleagues. While you do not have to start a divorce to get spousal support, the Family Court will order it, usually based on the...

Can i extend my stay for more than 6 months.? What I should do? Will it affect me in anyways in my future visits??

This is not a Family Law question. Please repost in the immigration forum.

Hello,

You can not terminate arrears. You will continue to pay for past child support to DSS until paid off. You can file for your own child support to...

I am not legally divorced but separated more then ten years. He is now in jail , can I get child support and alimony?

If the father and mother are separated the custodial parent of a child under 21, even if not legally designated, has the right to child support. ...

Husband and I are divorcing and he’s not giving me any money. I need advice.

You need to start the divorce right away. Motions for custody, support and other things can be done immediately with the start of the divorce. ...

You can not marry someone who is already married. He needs to get divorced in his home country first.

Does my son's father have the right to take him without my permission.

Without a court order of custody, both parents have equal legal rights to the child. That means the father did nothing illegal. You need to file a...

What to do if my sister will petition and would like to bring my husband and chlidren along with me ?

This is not a Family Law question. Repost in the immigration law forum.