It depends on a number of things. Oftentimes the GAL appointment order authorizes him or her to request drug testing and you may be required to...

I would not recommend representing yourself in court against a Rule to Show Cause. I am not comfortable offering advice on how to represent...

Can I sue the hospital ?

You do not have a cause of action to sue the hospital. This is a DHEC regulation based on SC law that states the legal father of any child born to...

What happens when Defendant {me} is unable to pay retainer ordered for a Guardian ad Litem Lex. Cnty, SC?

I agree many GAL’s will work with you. However, some won’t, and depending on the exact terms of the order, the GAL may not be required to begin...

If I'm the custodial parent . What happens if I dnt show up for child support court? In Lexington sc?

Did you file a DSS child support case? You can withdraw it without prejudicing your right to bring it again later. Good luck.

Does sexting another woman legally count as adultery for a divorce?

You don’t need to wait for the year to pass before you can file something. If you cannot prove grounds, such as adultery, but are living separate...

How can my girlfriend be put on my daughters birth certificate as her other mother?

You will need to terminate the rights of the father and have your girlfriend adopt the child. I would recommend you and your girlfriend get...

How do I respond to a private lawyer's request for child support modifications that I object to?

Your question leaves out a lot of detail that could affect the answer. If she is seeking to modify a current court order for child support and can...

When my daughter was born I was considered to be an apsent father, she has my last name but we haven't had DNA testing,

You are entitled to a DNA test to determine paternity if you want one. I assuming you did not sign the birth certificate. You are also entitled to...

I'm in a custody battle for my kids, I really need better understanding of what's going on and what I need to do

I could not agree more with the previous response. If you missed a hearing it is imperative to obtain a copy of the file to provide to an attorney...