Questions answered by J. Matthew Catchick Jr.

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I am pregnant and 16, my mom will not allow me to live with her if i keep the baby.

J.'s answer | Answered on April 12, 2013

What CPS does is largely dependent on your current living situation and care for the baby. If you have a proper bedroom and crib and food and...

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I am paying child support on my 16 year old daughter that I have not seen in over a year.

J.'s answer | Answered on April 12, 2013

Do you currently have a Specific Parenting Time Order/Judgment that is not being followed? If so, then you should file a Motion with the Court to...

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Speeding ticket written to the person the car is registered to, and not the driver.

J.'s answer | Answered on April 12, 2013

My best advice to you is to retain a Grand Rapids Traffic Attorney to contact the police, have the ticket re-written for you instead, and then try...

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I was wondering if my great aunt can get custody of my daughter but she lives n a diffrent state?

J.'s answer | Answered on April 12, 2013

I don't know WHEN the State took away your parental rights, but I would kindly recommend you ASAP consult with a local-area family law attorney (or...

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Can i record conversations between my sons mother and myself on my property? Can I also do it elsewhere if meeting place changes

J.'s answer | Answered on April 12, 2013

In Michigan, you can record a conversation in which you are a "first party" -- meaning you are an actual participant in the conversation. However,...

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On a month-to-month lease; original signed only by my ex because he had to pay rent as alimony. Now the alimony is ending.

J.'s answer | Answered on April 12, 2013

As long as they are not violating the terms of the written lease, the landlord is allowed to periodically raise their tenant's rent. If you refuse...

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Assaulted at work and curious to my legal rights

J.'s answer | Answered on April 12, 2013

I would strongly recommend you ASAP consult with an employee-side Employment Law Attorney, to assess all your options. Are you are member of a...

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Landlords caught me stealing on camera, its been six months, but was already being convicted of theft from store.

J.'s answer | Answered on April 11, 2013

I'm sorry, but I am a little confused by your post. Are you just now being formally charged on the "landlord stealing" case? If so, and if you...

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How can I get a DNA Test for my Deceased Father without going through his Immediate Family esp, if we live in different States?

J.'s answer | Answered on April 11, 2013

I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Considering he has already passed, time is DEFINITELY of the essence in your situation. I would kindly...

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My ex husband has been laid off. What does that mean regarding unpaid alimony or child support?

J.'s answer | Answered on April 11, 2013

You must be pro-active and bring these violations to the attention of the Judge ASAP. I would kindly recommend you consult with a local-area...

J. Matthew Catchick Jr.'s Answers (1831)

I am pregnant and 16, my mom will not allow me to live with her if i keep the baby.

I am paying child support on my 16 year old daughter that I have not seen in over a year.

Speeding ticket written to the person the car is registered to, and not the driver.

I was wondering if my great aunt can get custody of my daughter but she lives n a diffrent state?

Can i record conversations between my sons mother and myself on my property? Can I also do it elsewhere if meeting place changes

On a month-to-month lease; original signed only by my ex because he had to pay rent as alimony. Now the alimony is ending.

Assaulted at work and curious to my legal rights

Landlords caught me stealing on camera, its been six months, but was already being convicted of theft from store.

How can I get a DNA Test for my Deceased Father without going through his Immediate Family esp, if we live in different States?

My ex husband has been laid off. What does that mean regarding unpaid alimony or child support?