What is my next step? Can we do anything to protect ourselves other than bankruptcy?

You can both use the AVVO find a lawyer feature and talk in person with a lawyer in your area to determine if you have assets that heed protecting,...

Where do I go to give up my rights as the mother of my child to someone else?

You can use the AVVO find a lawyer feature for custody and parental rights lawyers in your are - Good luck.

Mr. Hart is correct - the mechanic's lien is based on possession. It sounds like you need to work out a payment plan, since you seem satisfied...

As others have said - no one has to do community service - like no one has to get a driver's license or pay taxes . . . HOWEVER, the "downside" is...

Judge openly admitted to committing the same offense that I was being accused of committing.

Dear Hampton - you made a bold move trying to right a wrong, and learned that the powers that be do not agree. I suggest avoiding that jurisdiction...

Dear Norfolk - see Chapter 34 of the Virginia Code, which specifies the exemptions from levy, as well as bankruptcy exemptions. Good luck.

I am responsible for all transportation of my daughter but it doesn't say from where or to where,can I add a location?

I would add that you might consider seeking the court's intervention unless the cost is too much. Good luck.

Can I be found guilt of contempt of a court order of I had no car/transportation to drive my daughter to California.

The key is for you to document: - your car issues; and his failure to pay you. Then, it is a matter of showing the judge the evidence of both. Good...

What is the statue of limitations on buying and using a false ID to purchase liquor in NY. Buyer was 17-20

you need to ask New York lawyers, not Virginia lawyers. AVVO has a state-by-state feature that you can use to re-direct your question. Good luck!

Does the new property manager need to send notice of rent increase or do we honor the previous owner request?

You should expect to pay the increased rent, regardless of which owner gave you notice. Good luck!