Any time you are in physical danger or are being physically harmed, your first call should be 911. Kids often worry about what will happen to their...

Victims of certain crimes, particularly domestic violence, can qualify for a U-Visa. A simple google search can provide you with information about...

Yes, the judge can keep a no-contact order in place so long as the judge has the appropriate jurisdiction to do so, which includes any period of...

The short answer is yes, there is always a risk. However, there is an easy recourse. You have the right to communicate with your DCFS CPI (Child...

No, you cannot sue the Sheriff's Office for complying with a court order. It is not their job to second-guess whether or not an emergency...

A party always has the right to ask the judge to set aside a ruling and re-hear the matter. However, anyone missing court should expect the judge...

The first step is always to review your divorce decree or parentage judgment to see what that says. For example, my form custody agreements always...

Probably not. In order to get a restraining order, order of protective, or other form of protective order (names vary by state), you will typically...

A party may always file a motion to advance a currently-scheduled court date. However, you have to file motions through your lawyer so long as you...

The judge should at least put into the written order that the motion is granted or denied, and should be giving his reasoning orally at the time he...