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How much time do I have to appeal Child Protective Services soc. worker's decision who found Child's testimony unsubstantiated?
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Answered on July 11, 2013
Without being certain, I would guess 30 days. Most, if not all, appeal periods are 30 days from the date of the decision being appealed.
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Can a priest testify in court about what Child told him about his physical/sex abusive father?
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Answered on July 09, 2013
I think that the answer to your question is "no". The priest would not be able to testify as to your son's statements. And this is assuming that...
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Husband not following verbal separation agreement - recourse?
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Answered on July 08, 2013
I agree with my colleagues that written separation agreements are usually worthwhile if anything, no matter how small, is being divided. In this...
I NEED A FLAT RATE CUSTODY LAWYER!!!
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Answered on July 08, 2013
I could quote you a flat fee, but it would be very very high, and you probably wouldn't like it. Child custody cases are complicated and a lot of...
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Absolute Divorced
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Answered on July 08, 2013
I agree with my colleague that two acts are necessary for an order to be official--1. it must be signed by the judge, and 2. it must be stamped by...
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How can I prove that current living situation(joint physical custody sunday-sunday) is causing emotional stress on my 6 yr old
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Answered on July 08, 2013
In order to prove that a particular factor in your child's life may be causing your child emotional distress, you will have to present testimony. ...
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I have reasons to distrust my child's best interest attorney.Can I request that the Court appoints a different attorney instead?
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Answered on July 08, 2013
You may certainly ask the court by filing a motion to appoint an alternate best interests attorney, however, you are unlikely to succeed based on...
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What can I do about divorcing my wife when we have children together?
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Answered on May 07, 2013
FIRST, you have to decide whether or not you want a divorce. If the answer is yes, THEN you have to find a way to move out, or get her to move...
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Guardian ship and custody?
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Answered on May 07, 2013
You state that you have an attorney, therefore, I think it would be improper for another attorney to advise you. You should consult with your...
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My brother was granted a court ordered DNA test and the mother did not show up with the baby. What can he do now?
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Answered on May 07, 2013
If the mother was court ordered to attend a lab to get a DNA test, and she didn't show up, she is in violation of the court order. If you brother...