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Parents have a $24,000 debt with medicaid how can we take care of that debt? we dont have the money to pay for it?
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Answered on July 31, 2012
They will not be able to discharge this in bankruptcy, and as suggested by the attorneys below, they should consult with an attorney to negotiate a...
My ex will be recieving unemployment soon, can i have child suport, and alimony taken out of this money?
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Answered on July 31, 2012
Yes, his unemployment pay may also be garnished to collect child support and spousal maintenance (alimony). However, there are restrictions as he...
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Need to file ch. 7 and have to establish residency.
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Answered on July 31, 2012
Generally speaking, wherever you permanently reside is your homestead for purposes of taking the exemption. I assume you would then surrendur the...
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What to do if my Summons With Notice -Action of Divocrce was not propoerly served to me?
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Answered on July 31, 2012
I am assuming by your posting that you want the divorce. Your spouse will either need to show proof of personal service of the divorce summons, or...
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What are my options to avoid lengthy & costly court proceedings for divorce in NY state. Ex refuses to settle out of court.
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Answered on July 31, 2012
Hello, you may apply to appear telephonically for at least the initial court appearances so you do not have to travel here. However, I strongly...
Do both parties have to appear in court for a divorce?
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Answered on July 31, 2012
If you have your paperwork executed correctly (i.e., proof of service upon your wife or a signed admission of service upon her and her signature...
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Is New York a no fault divorce state?
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Answered on July 29, 2012
Hello, yes, New York is a No Fault State. When they enacted the No Fault law, they also enacted rules which benefit the spouse earning less money....
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My son may be the father. What do we do?
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Answered on July 29, 2012
If the mother is unwilling to voluntarily allow the DNA test, then your son may file a paternity petition. This petition will cause the court to...
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Do you have to file for custody in the county where the child lives?
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Answered on July 19, 2012
As the prior answer suggests, you would need to request the venue of your case to be changed. Generally, the court will grant the request to...
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Is this legal and can I be in trouble for giving my mom this idea?
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Answered on July 19, 2012
First, CPS may go to the school and question your siblings. The caseworkers have these privileges in investigating reports of abuse or neglect. ...