Restoring former name after a divorce in California?

It really is only a restoration to the former name that is set forth in the papers. you can try it. A judge may allow it. But for a new name you...

How do you petition for grandparent rights/visitation?

That isn't something that is likely to succeed. The rights of extended family are very limited and you do not seem to set forth the facts to meet...

Can a biological father get back custody of his child after giving them to his first cousin in a closed adoption?

No. Adoption is the end of the matter. You can call and report the abuse, and you might be allowed to foster Amy. But absent you adopting her...

Do I have to pay my ex the money he claimed he spent on me?

No. Those expenses were gifts, unless you had a deal to pay him back. he wasn't investing in you. He was dating you.

How is this legal?

There is no definitive answer to that question. Too many factors make a difference. What is your question, or are you just venting?

Has she told him to leave? She can do that, and then issue a no trespass warning. The police can help. But, if he moved in, has been paying for...

My son just turned 16 on December 27. I am wanting to see if it is legal for him to get emancipated in South Carolina

It is possible, yes. You will need to have a court hearing, with things being show as to why this is in his best interest. You can also just...

No. Reporting is a protected activity under the law and they cannot give you the identity. Also, you cannot sue about the report unless you can...

Can can a forty-year-old get in trouble for s****** with a 17 year old in South Carolina?

First, this is a scam, or extortion at least. Do not pay, block the number, and don't look back. Second, the age of consent has nothing to do with...

My Son has been living with me since June. His mother in a different state and I still pay child support. What to do?

Go back to court so they know you have him. You will not have to pay if you are the primary caregiver.