If my spouse requests to remove his name from the birth certificate will I have to appear in court also?

You don't say whether or not you are in the process of divorcing from your spouse. If you are not, I would be rather surprised if a judge were to...

What legal action can I take to press charges? Is it too late to?

Sorry to hear your family is in such a tough situation. As to pressing charges? That is the domain of the state, not a private individual. It...

There are circumstances where grandparents can seek court-ordered time with their grandchildren. It would be wrong to describe the hurdles as...

What if a traditional surrogate mother wanted custody of her child after finding out that both intended parents had passed away?

Boy, what a complicated and interesting hypothetical question. With the limited information provided, all I can offer is that A) parental rights...

Would my case qualify for termination of the fathers parental rights?

What a tough situation, I'm sorry to read that you and your child are having to deal with such lousiness. The answer in brief is that No, this is...

Ms. Lemke's answer hits the important points, but I'll add one note: Your wife's PPO almost certainly prohibits contact between the two of you. ...

Can a signed agreement not be enforced? If so why have one?

Your mediation agreement will be enforceable when it is incorporated or adopted by the Court in the form of an Order.

How can I make sure my kids are not being mentally or emotionally abuse. I have proof of the past abuse to the other children.

I'm always a little nervous when prospective clients come to my office stating that they have proof of abuse. I'm nervous because shouldn't that...

How can my husband get the harassment to stop?

Attorney Smith mentioned Family Wizard, which is a good choice if the communication between the parties (parents) is toxic. Software such as FW is...

What can be done to remedy with this situation, and what are the mother's options?

You have several options available to you, or if you insist, "her." The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services may be able to offer...