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A court order for child support was placed 8/15 and I haven't received 1 payment. How can I ensure to get this child support?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 25, 2016

I would suggest that you personally consult with an experienced attorney to assist you with this situation. First, the father is responsible for...

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Will I have to pay the same amount of child support if I take a lower paying job willingly?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 24, 2016

First, nothing will change without a court reducing your support obligation. Second, to prevail, you will need to demonstrate a substantial change...

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Why is employer requiring as much as they are after workplace injury?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 24, 2016

This is not a family law question, so I am changing the category for you. good luck.

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Do I have any rights as father ask to spend more time with my son. " Overnight stays," even though his mother moved away

Michael's answer | Answered on October 24, 2016

There are several issues here, and yo don't provide enough information for complete answers. As you apparently are not married to the mother, you...

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I DONT UNDERSTAND LEGAL PRECEDINGS SHOULD I HAVE LEGAL REPRESENTATION

Michael's answer | Answered on October 24, 2016

Yes - that's why there are lawyers. Use the Find a Lawyer tab above.

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My daughter committed suicide. How can I find out if my ex-husband collected insurance from this.

Michael's answer | Answered on October 24, 2016

I am very sorry for your loss. I am changing the category of your question to enable you to get better responses.

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Visitation abuse

Michael's answer | Answered on October 24, 2016

Illinois retains jurisdiction over your case until that jurisdiction is transferred to another venue. If you are If you are living in UK, further...

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How do I go about getting joint custody of my daughter?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 24, 2016

I agree with my colleagues. Yo need to hire a lawyer and get into court, ASAP, to stop him from leaving the state with your child.

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What should i do in this case? Child wants to visit father im just concerned if he has to bring her back.

Michael's answer | Answered on October 24, 2016

I agree with the other answers. The father has no enforceable rights until those rights are established by a Court. If either of you file a...

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My wife has a temporary order of protection on me

Michael's answer | Answered on October 24, 2016

IT will be difficult to predict the outcome of the hearing on your OP. These cases are very fact specific. These cases can be complex, and judges...

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