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Can I demand a paternity test during a pregnancy if the mother in question claims that I am the father and how?
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Answered on July 24, 2015
Under Florida law, you can demand a paternity test. Marriage or non-marriage may have an impact on the same. Also, the jurisdiction of where...
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Can a girl who might be giving birth to my child (refused paternity test) anywhere down the road ask for back child support?
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Answered on July 23, 2015
Yes. Depending upon where the child was conceived, that state would have long-arm jurisdiction over you. Or, she could sue you in the state that...
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What type of lawyer do I need to sue the general contractor for my house
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Answered on July 22, 2015
I would go with a construction lawyer. While many civil litigators may have the skill set of construction work, a full on construction litigator...
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Do I need an attorney
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Answered on July 21, 2015
Yes, you do need an attorney. It sounds as if there has been a substantial change in circumstances justifying a modification. The modification...
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Who gets vacation house in Florida when both parties live in New York?
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Answered on July 21, 2015
Your description was a little sparse on facts. I assume that you are married to the other person/owner. If there is a divorce action in New York,...
How to get DCF to testify in family court? Do I need to subpoena the case worker?
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Answered on July 21, 2015
I agree with my colleagues regarding going into court without representation. To answer your question, yes, you can subpoena the DCF investigator....
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Is it such thing as common law marriage in fl.
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Answered on July 18, 2015
Unless you were married in a state that recognizes "common law marriages" or before January 1, 1968, Florida will not recognize your union. ...
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What actions should I take if the mother of my child is refusing to let me see the child?
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Answered on July 11, 2015
You need and attorney to file a Petition to Establish Paternity, Parental Responsibility and Other Relief. This will be a separate action. The...
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How do I get the judge to let me submit civil transactions as evidence?
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Answered on July 11, 2015
You have to subpoena the records from law enforcement through a Notice of Intent to Serve a Subpoena Duces Tecum on Non Party. That should be...
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I got a cease and Deseas letter, but does the person have a right to sue?
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Answered on July 11, 2015
Could you get sued? Possibly. However here are the elements of a cause of action for defamation: Defamation has the following five elements: (1)...