How do my husband and I get legal custody of his 10 and 11 year old sisters who are emotionally abused by their grandma?

You have two options: (1) file a complaint with Children's Services: they are legally obligated to investigate the matter, and if "substantiated,"...

What's the worst that could happen to me for juvenille petty theft?

The "worst" that could happen to you is 90 days in Juvenile Detention. That generally doesn't happen. They will probably put you on Probation, make...

You have to file a "Motion to Terminate the CPO" in the Court that issued the Order. Usually, the court will schedule your "Motion" for a Hearing...

Child custody / child support ?

If what you said is accurate, he does not have much of a chance or "percentage" of getting "custody" of your son. There are many legal factors a...

YOU NEED TO CONSULT WITH AND/OR HIRE A LAWYER IMMEDIATELY. Sex offense allegations involving children are very serious and have dire consequences...

My 15 yo ADHD/ODD daughter shop lifted from both Kohls and Walmart (over $300). Will her diagnosis help or hurt her?

First, she is legally-entitled to a court-appointed lawyer or Public Defender if she/you cannot afford to hire one privately. She should DEMAND her...

Yes. If you signed a Lease, then you must abide by the written terms of the Contract, or suffer the consequences for not doing so. Your Landlord...

What do I do When the contractor who hired me as subcontractor refuses to pay for services?

You need to file a lawsuit against him. Depending upon the amount of money he owes you, this can be done in Small Claims Court (less than $3,000);...

Ex has been in contempt of divorce decree for 17 years now my daughter is 18 what can i do ?

Yes. Hire a good, experienced, local attorney and file for Contempt. The only thing you can do is ask the court for help and if he does not pay up,...

Do the cops have to say anything to you to let you know you are under arrest?

Yes. Police officers placing someone under formal arrest will usually give the person his/her "Miranda Warnings:" Your are now under arrest. You...