If he died without a will, his estate will pass to his wife and to his children. Whether you have his last name or not is irrelevant. If you are...

Does the Cuomo Executive Order tolling the Statute of Limitations apply to foreclosure answers?

If you are occupying your home as your primary residence, then at some time in the future, when courts resume normal operations, a settlement...

It depends on your contract. Rent to own contracts are very often scams where a landlord will take a large non-refundable deposit up front, then...

What if biological father has residential custody and doesn't follow visitation order?

You should file a Custody Violation petition in Family Court to hold him in contempt of court and force him to comply. If it becomes an ongoing...

Is this really the best legal advice and does a sign book serve as a contract?

The log book is not a contract or formal agreement, however, if it is accurate, it can be evidence of a schedule that you have been following and a...

Child support is until the age of 21. If she's attending college full time, she will not be deemed emancipated even if she is working. However,...

Can I change the locks on the door of the apartment I use to rent with my ex? or when the new lease starts?

I would. As long as he is not living there, you are paying the rent on your own and he no longer has any of his possessions in the apartment, he...

What can I be held liable for We adopted a dog from a rescue who was recommend as a great family dog. But someone within 24

Honestly, don't contact your homeowners' insurance just yet, before you find out the actual damages. Offer to pay for the medical bills. You...

Can my boyfriend and I get married without the state legal rights and without the contract?

No. And basically what he's saying is he doesn't want to be married. Also, New York does not recognize "common law marriage", so living together...

Will I lose the case and if I do, how will it affect my public records and opportunities to get a job.

It should not affect future employment, but if he gets a judgment against you, it will be recorded in the County Clerk's office so it will be...