Susan J. Vandegrift's Answers (676)

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My 12 year old son does not want to move with me (His mother and custodial parent) 29 miles from where we currently live.

Susan's answer | Answered on May 30, 2013

If this is a relocation case and there is a hearing, the assigned Judge may very well talk to the children to see what their preferences are....

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I dont want him to have nothin to do with my child

Susan's answer | Answered on May 30, 2013

A good approach to requesting sole custody is for you to prepare your case before the hearing - organize your testimony, and read the custody...

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Wife and I are separated. Do I have the ability to take her to court to get my personal belongings back?

Susan's answer | Answered on May 29, 2013

Yes, there is way to request that the vehicle or other property be given to you. I recommend that you contact a family law attorney to help you.

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My husband and i believe his 7yr.old son has a eating disorder. can he take his son to see a doctor with out his ex wife there?

Susan's answer | Answered on May 28, 2013

Both parents have not only a legal right but the obligation to the child to seek medical attention if there appears to be a medical problem/issue. ...

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What is considered child abandonment?

Susan's answer | Answered on May 28, 2013

There is more information that we would have to know about the your situation before giving a definite opinion. However, it seems that the mother...

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In PA do you have to share custody of a child on holidays if its not stated in a court order?

Susan's answer | Answered on May 27, 2013

It sounds like the best way to handle this is to comply exactly with the current court order and file a petition to modify specifically to address...

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