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Would he has full rights with the baby being married in wedlock? Or how would that work?

Loretta's answer | Answered on March 29, 2016

I agree with my colleagues. If she is married to the other kids' father at the time the new baby is born, he will be presumed under the law to be...

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Do I have a wrongful termination claim?

Loretta's answer | Answered on March 29, 2016

In all likelihood, you do not have a claim. Georgia is indeed an employment at will State, so you can be fired for any reason unless your...

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Can we adopt her if the mother won't agree. And how do we start the process?

Loretta's answer | Answered on March 26, 2016

Without the consent of the mother, it is certainly a more difficult process. I encourage you to get a consultation with an attorney who regularly...

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What can I do to fix this?

Loretta's answer | Answered on March 26, 2016

Unfortunately, there is not enough information in your post for any of us to give you a substantive answer. If these are not your boyfriend's...

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Can I change my sons last name as a result of abandonment? Can we do a publication and change it anyways?

Loretta's answer | Answered on March 26, 2016

I agree with Mr. Ashman. You have to provide notice to the father of the name change petition. The court will grant it if the father consents or...

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If laid off is the non compete effective if signed?

Loretta's answer | Answered on March 23, 2016

No one can answer that question without reading the noncompete agreement, if any. If you find the documents you signed, take them to an attorney...

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Can visitation be established with a restraining order in effect?

Loretta's answer | Answered on March 23, 2016

I agree with Mr. Ashman. The answer will be situationally specific. Sometimes if there is a temporary protective order between the parents, the...

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Can you use grandparent visitation for third party?

Loretta's answer | Answered on March 22, 2016

I agree with Mr. Hopkins. If the putative father is just there when the GPs are exercising their visitation and there is no prohibition in the...

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What are the labor laws for minors from the ages of 16-18 in regards to independent contractors and delivery drivers?

Loretta's answer | Answered on March 21, 2016

I agree with Mr. Herrington. There are only very narrow circumstances under which these individuals can be considered independent contractors and...

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Can I apply for the benefits or what can I do ? Pls I do not need lectures only helpful answers my kids are under 15 months old

Loretta's answer | Answered on March 18, 2016

Anybody can apply, but since you voluntarily resigned for reasons not connected to your employer, your benefits would most likely be denied. Is...

Loretta Ann Smith's Answers (7038)

Would he has full rights with the baby being married in wedlock? Or how would that work?

Do I have a wrongful termination claim?

Can we adopt her if the mother won't agree. And how do we start the process?

What can I do to fix this?

Can I change my sons last name as a result of abandonment? Can we do a publication and change it anyways?

If laid off is the non compete effective if signed?

Can visitation be established with a restraining order in effect?

Can you use grandparent visitation for third party?

What are the labor laws for minors from the ages of 16-18 in regards to independent contractors and delivery drivers?

Can I apply for the benefits or what can I do ? Pls I do not need lectures only helpful answers my kids are under 15 months old