An assault is an act that is intended to cause pain, or is intended to result in physical contact which will be insulting or offensive. Shoves do...

Am I able to live with my mother instead of my father?

If your parents agree the court will not intervene. If this changes child support arrangements the child support recovery unit may need to adjust...

Am I able to leave home for a month or two if I'm 17?

Your plans involve issues in both Iowa law and Montana law. Under Iowa law you are still a minor and a resident of the state. Your mother could...

My beneficiary warranty deed is signed and notarized by grantor but he died and I didn't file at court house yet is it still val

It should be valid as long as properly signed and witnessed.

Is this considered child abandonment?

It is not strictly abandonment, as the father did leave the child with someone to care for it. There are many concerns, for example, what if the...

Relocating, mother has primary physical placement, dad has liberal visitation.

The Iowa courts, having issued a previous order regarding the child, and because you currently live in Iowa, have jurisdiction over the child. If...

If I understand your explanation of the case correctly; you are willing to terminate your rights, and place the child for adoption. In the process...

Is this enough to modify a visitation schedule?

You would need to file a Petition to Modify. You would need to show the changes in situation since the custody order was issued. Keep in mind that...

How can i get emancipated at the age of 17?

When you seek emancipation there are some things you must prove to the court. Including, financial self-sufficiency, demonstrating an ability to...

Can I file lawsuit against someone for knowingly exposing me to asbestos ?

Mesothelioma can develop well past the point of exposure. It would be well to document your exposure by visiting a doctor and discussing it. If you...