Are lawsuit settlements subject to division when getting a divorce.

If the accident or incident giving rise to the lawsuit occurred while you we're living together, the settlement process are marital property...

My goddaughter has lived with me since she was 2. I gained legal and physical custody of her in 2006. She is now 11 yrs.

Absolutely. If the child's parent files a Petition, you will need to retain an experienced family law attorney as there is a presumption that the...

Will I look bad if I don't give my son father his social security number if he asked for it

Why does he want this information? If you are involved in a "custody battle", your attorney can find out why he wants it and he/she can decide if...

I was arrested for simple assault domestic and harassment.

You didn't ask a question. However, you should retain an attorney as there are very serious charges filed against you.

In the case of shared custody, one parent has remarried and lives with his wife and her two children.

His new wife has no legal obligation to support his children. While her significant income may warrant an adjustment from the guideline amount,...

You should be able to file a Petition for Protection from Abuse through your county legal aid office free of charge during business hours. If you...

Since the father is not on the birth certificate, paternity has not been established and there isn't a court order for custody in place, it is my...

Question How do I go about leaving state with my children if their dad lives in another state then me?

You did not indicate in your question whether you already have a custody order in place, but I am assuming from your comments that you do not. ...

What are the chances of getting full custody of my son?

Based upon the information contained in your question, it appears that you have strong evidence to support an award of primary physical custody. ...

Do we have the right to see our grandsons once a month. We hurt the mothers feelings and now she will not let us see the boys.

PA law provides grandparents with standing to file for primary physical custody or partial physical custody under certain circumstances. You will...