Domestic Pretrial

Very few cases go to trial, and the judge will have a number of ways to avoid having to take the time to preside over a trial himself---or herself....

How can my boyfriend adopt my child?

Step parent adoptions require a legal step-parent, not just a boyfriend or girlfriend. So, the answer is no. If you want to give stability to...

My car insurance company is trying to accuse me of car insurance fraud

You have omitted a lot of information. Was there a claim made? What was the claim all about? I have personally told divorce clients many, many...

Any time someone asks you to make an affirmative misrepresentation, you are risking criminal prosecution. Not only could the college come after...

How to prove to the FOC your ex spouse accurate income when her business is in her fiance's name. Social media?, Text msgs?

You have struck out in your attempts to represent yourself. You need to obtain an attorney who will get this in front of a judge now, not April. ...

How do i go about changing the venue of my friend of the court case to the county in which i reside?

You can file a motion, but unless you also want to seek an increase in support as part of the overall package, a judge might not entertain your...

I live with my mother and she has taught my son she is his mother and for him to call me by my first name and keeps him in her r

You don't say how old you are, or how many kids you have, but it is absolutely clear that you need to move out of that house! If she is holding...

Can I take him to court for pain and suffering ?

You could theoretically sue for parental alienation, but it would be extremely difficult to prove without the children suddenly undergoing a change...

What Michigan Statute Identifies Grounds for a New Civil Trial?

Yes, but only if you can show that the evidence was not known about despite reasonable diligence by your attorney. A new trial must be sought by...

Can my ex keep taking me to court for the same thing? can i file harassment?

Ask the court to sanction him in an amount reflecting your lost time from work (if you work) and preparing a response. Or, hire a lawyer and let...