When can a child move out of the house?

I'm sorry for what you've experienced but applaud your courage to ask for help. Laws regarding emancipation may vary from state-to-state, but...

Can the parent not provide contact of adults watching children when he's away?

This matter is a bit difficult to address accurately without more information. Suffice it to say, if you are concerned about your children's...

What legally separates "erotica" from "pornography?" At what point must I recognize 18 U.S. Code § 2257 ?

Pornography or "obscene" material is notoriously difficult to identify and has been for decades now. In a well-known Supreme Court opinion, issued...

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How do i protect my rights to my son if my babys mother decides she wants to take him from my house because she dont get her way

There are many very complicated issues presented in your question. Suffice it to say, you should most definitely consult an experienced family...

Am l doing something wrong? (about entertainment laws)

An organization operating for-profit can be called a company when it has been registered with a state department of assessment and taxation as a...

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How old does a child have to be to make there own decision on what parent they want to live with?

Generally speaking, a court will take into account the minor child's competence, in addition to his or her age. I'd venture to say that 11 is a...

What can I do to make sure I get custody of my son?

You should definitely speak with an attorney prior to signing any legally-binding document, and have that attorney review the same. Any...

Can I create an animated movie based on real stories or is there some sort of copyright?

Mr. Tencza gives a great response to your question. To be safe, many creative storytellers add disclaimers to their works. However, as long as...

What can I do to make sure I get full custody?

Each of the attorneys above offers sound guidance, in light of the present forum and facts presented. Mr. Koslow has also generously provided a...

Does teen get to choose whether or not to visit?

Responses from the previous two attorneys are accurate. I'd also add that a minor's competence, i.e., to decide whether or not the minor is...