It may be legal depending on the age and residence of the cousin. See N.C. General Statute 1A-1, Rule 4. Specifically Rule 4(j)(1)a, which states...

Concerning Mediation in a Divorce...

Couple of issues going on: I don't practice in Watauga County or anywhere else in that area, but here in Guilford County, we are generally...

Can my ex wife sue my girlfriend for alienation of affection after we divorce

I wonder what "now trying" means. Is there actually a suit pending or is it more bluster? The fact that you are now divorced doesn't bar your ex...

Proving damages to rental house small claims?

Agree the other advice already provided. I will also say that you might not get any damages that fall into the "general wear and tear" category,...

Can a magistrage give out your personal information to a defendant?

How did the magistrate know your SS number? Can someone file "charges" against someone the day they get out of jail? Yes, there is nothing...

If the event did in fact take place 20 years, you should be fine. I agree with Mr. Love that this sounds very strange. If you do receive a...

Are there any steps that I need to take as a precaution ?

Does he stand a chance? Once he establishes that he is in fact the child's father, he would have a decent chance of getting some court-ordered...

Can my daughter go ahead and get temporary custody of her child?

Both parties can (and someone should) file a custody action in this case. Without a custody order in place indicating who has custody of the...

If a home telephone was placed in a former spouses name during the time of marriage, can they sue for unpaid debt after the divo

1. Can the phone company sue for unpaid debts? Sure, they can theoretically sue the parties that are contractually liable on the account. I...

Would a separation agreement hold up after divorce is final?

You will want a family law attorney to review the document you are discussing to determine if the proper formalities were followed (correct...