Questions answered by Thomas C. Nelson

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Can I sue my spouse for damages in the divorce in family court or do you advise I take it to small claims?

Thomas's answer | Answered on October 21, 2013

The family court has jurisdiction of any claims between you and your spouse. The small claims court or the circuit court would have jurisdiction...

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My daughter put her baby last name in her boyfriends last name. & he's on the birth cer. as the daddy.

Thomas's answer | Answered on October 17, 2013

Start by consulting with a family court lawyer. The dad will likely want to file a family court action to establish paternity and to seek custody...

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Is there a statue of limitation for armed robbery in SC

Thomas's answer | Answered on October 17, 2013

There is no statute of limitations. He needs to apply for a public defender immediately if he can't afford a lawyer.

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How do I get legal custody of my godson. I have temporary custody but now I am considering full legal custody

Thomas's answer | Answered on October 17, 2013

I cannot derive from your question under what basis you have temporary custody. Is there a DSS case pending against the mom or some sort of safety...

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Tell me Why? a family court employee, would personally get involved, based on hearing false accusations from my spouse

Thomas's answer | Answered on October 16, 2013

There could be more to the story. A party can file for an emergency hearing without notice to the other side. It is called moving for ex parte...

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I want to take back my children to India who are American citizens. Husband is arrested due to domestic violence.

Thomas's answer | Answered on October 16, 2013

I practice a good bit in the family court and do not know the answer regarding your ability to remove your children from the country without your...

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I was injured in a civil assault. I have given the other side a list of my expenses, they want my insurance coverage info?

Thomas's answer | Answered on October 15, 2013

I agree with the others that you need to speak with an attorney. Not only can the procedural aspect of things be difficult to navigate through,...

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I sold my home and now they want to cut off both me and my 13 year old sons check,why.

Thomas's answer | Answered on October 15, 2013

I am sorry but I do not understand the question. Who is "they"? Also, to what check are you referring? Finally, is the trailer you refer to also...

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I received Underage drinking ticket 8 yrs ago. My license was suspended for failure to pay fine. Now saying I owe money?

Thomas's answer | Answered on October 15, 2013

You will need a lawyer to review your situation. Make sure you bring your 10-year driving record (you can get an official copy from the DMV online...

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What are the steps to take to file for a pcr?

Thomas's answer | Answered on October 15, 2013

Don't try this yourself. There are too many procedural and substantive aspects of a Post Conviction Relief action. If you can't afford a lawyer,...

Thomas C. Nelson's Answers (208)

Can I sue my spouse for damages in the divorce in family court or do you advise I take it to small claims?

My daughter put her baby last name in her boyfriends last name. & he's on the birth cer. as the daddy.

Is there a statue of limitation for armed robbery in SC

How do I get legal custody of my godson. I have temporary custody but now I am considering full legal custody

Tell me Why? a family court employee, would personally get involved, based on hearing false accusations from my spouse

I want to take back my children to India who are American citizens. Husband is arrested due to domestic violence.

I was injured in a civil assault. I have given the other side a list of my expenses, they want my insurance coverage info?

I sold my home and now they want to cut off both me and my 13 year old sons check,why.

I received Underage drinking ticket 8 yrs ago. My license was suspended for failure to pay fine. Now saying I owe money?

What are the steps to take to file for a pcr?