If my Estranged wife changed back to her Maiden last name did she divorce me ?

Unfortunately I have seen this happen. If she intercepted the mail and forged your signature, it is possible that she got an uncontested...

So long as you are married, your dower rights remain unless you specifically sign off releasing it. Dower rights pertain only to spouses, so once...

Do I have any rights on a house paid in cash by my mother in law and the house is under her name my husband and mine? No kids

The only equity you and your husband would have is the percentage of the amount paid back to the mother-in-law for the original purchase. For...

Is there a way to get my husband out of my house pending our divorce? I bought the house before we married.

In light of the DWI and the alcohol monitor, you may have a shot at it making the claim that it is "not in the best interest of the children" for...

Can a wife prevent her husband from seeing newborns?

As the legal father, the hospital cannot deny him access to see his children. If they do, then he may have to file a claim against the hospital. ...

Divorce and Social Security

Since you were married for at least 10 years, it is possible that you may be able to collect social security benefits based on your ex-spouse's...

Just received divorce decree can I get my car back now legally

The decree should specify what the property division is. If it does not, then you should file a motion for clarification.

My rental lease states that I have to give 60 days notice if not planning to renew. What if that day is a Sat/Sun?

If the 60th day is a Saturday, Sunday, or legal holiday, then it would be the next business day. But to be safe, get it there before that 60th day...

How is income producing real estate like a apartment appraised for estate planning purposes ?

For gift tax filing purposes the IRS requires a "qualified appraisal" prepared by a "qualified appraiser" to be attached to the gift tax return. ...

Can I collect unemployment in CA if I own (majority shareholder, etc) a corporation?

If you were not previously employed by the business then you will not be eligible to collect unemployment for not working for that particular...