How to secure custody of a grandchild.

The Court will make a determination based upon the best interests of the child. Based upon your facts, I would say that I not only applaud your...

If a tenant answers no to smoking in an application and then is seen smoking outside residence, can he be evicted?

Smoking on the property can be prohibited by the owner. If the application says that the tenant doesn't smoke and then is seen smoking on the...

You ask a very good question. I am not aware of any requirement of a telephone landline connection in a Section 8 rental property.

I am 3 months pregnant and the father doesn't want to be involved at all, can I do it alone if I am able?

The biological father can absolutely be left off of the birth certificate and does not need to be part of you and your child's life if he does not...

Can my mother's boyfriend claim my child without permission?

To the best of my knowledge, the answer to your question is NO. Your mother's boyfriend cannot claim your daughter as a dependency exemption on...

What can I realistically expect to pay in legal fees to hire an attorney to dismiss a protective order?

The others on this feed and I have the same sentiment. Perhaps Abe Lincoln said it best when he stated that "a lawyer's time and advice are his...

My bank used my personal account to cover a large check my husband was depositing in our joint account.. What are my rights?

Based upon your facts, it does not seem that the bank had anything to do with your decision to close your account or to put the money back in your...

What does "damages permitted by law" mean?

The phrase "damages permitted by law" can be damages above and beyond "actual" or "presumed" damages. An example would be punitive damages which...

Is this language on release of claims form acceptable?

The language which you describe is relatively standard vocabulary in a settlement release. I understand you concern but what truly is important is...

Child support deposition

It doesn't matter whether your child's father is in the NBA or works at Target. What matters is that you both have lawyers. Listen to yours. My...