Iam a single mom and the father has a record of domestic abuse what steps do I take to insure he cannot take my son?

yes, you have a good chance for custody. however, in order to give you solid advice, the lawyer you hire needs to know much more information. if...

Can divorce papers be signed if both parties agree after a motion of default has been filed by the petitioner?

judy is correct. however, another answer is for you to withdraw your motion for default, settle the case with your husband, have him file an...

Increase in non custodial parent income and adjustment of child support?

as much as i respect judy and david, you may be entitled to a retroactive increase in support. go to an experienced divorce lawyer with your...

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I am 15 and want to move in with my dad, because I believe my mom is mentally abusive.

unfortunately, until your dad files a petition to change things, there is nothing legally that can be done. you could run away from mom but...

Dropping Adult College Student from Parent's Health Insurance

on the other hand, if it is no additional cost to keep this child on the insurance, why not keep the child on so long as he is eligible to be on...

Access to Dependents Medical Records and EOB Detail - Illinois

if you know what hippa is, you know that the insurance carrier cannot give you information without the consent of the patient in writing. if the...

Can I dissolve my Mexican Civil Union from the United States? My wife lives in Mexico and I live in the United States.

if your civil union is valid where entered, mexico, the illinois court should have power to end it legally. judy is correct, consult an attorney....

What are the laws about taking parental rights from a father in the state of Illionis

you cannot terminate his rights unless there is someone else willing to adopt him. if so, file the adoption case now. if not, then you cannot...

Do i have to do a will in order for my kids to be granted to a family member if something would happen to both parents?

the answer to your question is yes, you should do a will and name someone as guardian of the children in the event both parents are dead and the...

My spouse and I want to continue our divorce pro se.What documents need to be filed and in what order?Do we use the same forms ?

do we use the same forms as what? what documents have already been filed? it may be way easier and less hassle and less expensive to just...