What are the laws about taking your child with you if you leave your partner?

Leslie is correct. There are several ways that your situation could be handled, depending on your answers to several questions. Consult with an...

Will a judge consider child's medical records and doctor's notes stating that abuse likely, in making a custody decision?

To answer your question, "yes", a judge will consider the medical records if properly presented at the appropriate time. Much more information is...

How long does it take to settle an Estate?

If the estate file was opened with the clerk's office (estates division) in the county where your father passed away, the executor should have...

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Is a divorce settlement legal if signed with the wrong last name

The document is still legal, because you can attest to the fact that you were the one who signed it. Also, if you were his wife, as referenced in...

Trying to sue for work I was not paid for. I tried small claims but they can't catch him.

Because you have tried to serve him via Sheriff unsuccessfully, you can serve him by publishing a specific notice in the newspaper for a specific...

If my ex has to start paying child support will she be automatically gain visitation rights to our children?

That's correct; one has no impact on the other. If neither of you initiates any court action with regard to custody, the children do not have to...

I would like to know if it is legal to leave a five year old child home with a handicapped adult.

There are several avenues available, depending on your relationship with the child. Regardless if you contact child protective services, if you...

My ex husband and I share custody, I have information that he is abusing prescription pain pills that he is buying on the street

Also, be prepared to have documentation of dates, times, places, etc. where you or someone else has witnessed your ex exhibiting odd behavior,...

My wife and I are bieng accused of neglect of her mother. Who lives with us and is bieng cared for by hospice. What should I do

Make sure you keep good records of all of your actions regarding her care (i.e., who you seek advice from, what steps were taken based on the...

What to do if someone is violate their Court Ordered parental Agreement?

In addition to your motion for contempt, you may want to seek and Order to Show Cause and an emergency order ex parte. These remedies will allow...