My boyfriends mom is trying to get a restraining order on me or what she says is a peace bond, can she do this?

Your boyfriend's mother may file a petition for an order of protection. Depending upon what she alleges in her petition, she may receive an order...

Does my husband have to pay child support?

If your husband consented to the step-parent adoption of his children, then upon completion of the adoption your husband's parental rights (and...

If I get a second job after a child support order is issued do I have to report that income

If no action is currently pending, you have no duty to declare the income from a second job you may acquire. If the matter is up for review, you...

I would like to know how hard it would be to get custody of a grandchild with special needs?

There are many factors to be considered, so you should definitely consult with an experienced family lawyer to discuss the specifics. Given what...

If injured on the job, can workers compensation refused his claim because MRI results identify a possible congenital problem?

I am sorry this painful episode happened to your son, and have no doubt that the workplace incident caused the pain. The issue is not so much...

Accident took place 2 years ago and Im being sued $50,000. I was uninsured. They offered I can make payments of 200 per month.

What you cannot afford is to have a $50,000 judgment against you (unless you plan to file bankruptcy). You must speak with an attorney experienced...

I received a judgment in a MO court. Defendant has assets in Kansas. Do I need to register a foreign judgment in KS to collect?

Yes, in order to execute your Judgment against assets or garnish wages in another state, you will first need to register your Judgment there as a...

If a minor child receives proceeds from a tort or injury settlement, a minor settlement hearing must be held. If the amount actually going to the...

What kind of lawyer do we need and what are our rights?

Is there a pending juvenile case against your son? Have you finalized your adoption of him? Not clear where you are in the process.

I was shot inside a nightclub in KansasCity, Mo. in 2012. Is it too late to sue the owner?

I have not handled this type of case in Kansas City, Mo with good results in the past. Maybe you should hire a lawyer who flagrantly promotes...