Can the cases be merged?

Yes, but the second one rightly should be dismissed. Respond to the second one by telling the court of the first one and asking for a dismissal.

WHAT CAN I DO

You should hire an attorney to look at everything with you. Signing the birth certificate is not decisive. It is just evidence. You can demand...

What rights do I have as a gf or ex gf? What rights do I have as a caregiver? Can other family members come take him from me?

You have no rights under the law. That being said, you can acquire some depending on what dad does. He can work with you to appoint you guardian....

What is the legal ramifications if I travel outside the U.S.? can I be extradited if I'm outside the U.S. & miss a court date

Other counsel is correct. If you are concerned, ask you attorney to get an order allowing you to travel. I am confused as to why the court was not...

Its a really bad idea for you to be in a PTI program and doing anything questionable. You are just showing the court it cannot trust you. That's...

Im looking for a pro bono lawyer im in San Bernardino county and dont know what to do or where to start

Google legal services near you. Contact your local bar association for referrals/programs/ Go to your local law library to see about clinics....

Can I file an implied-in-fact/law breach of contract complaint in small claims court?

Not sure you have any claim. What is the contract you want enforced? It sounds like no deal was actually reached.

Can this be taken to small claims? Can someone advice on how to collect or if there is a lawyer that can do paperwork for me ?

Yes it is perfect for small claims. http://www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp-smallclaims.htm go here and see what to do. Yes, you can pay a lawyer...

Can I get paperwork covering me from paying a loan taken for a co applicant?

If the boat is titled in your name ONLY, you may have some protection. But in his possession, you will have to go and get the thing if a problem...

What options do I have to get my half of an Income Tax return from my spouse.

No, you are stuck here. Until the divorce decree and accounting during the divorce, you will not get an order from the court to make her pay over...