Can the mother choose to place newborn in daycare instead of having the non-custodial parent watch her.

The father can "insist". However, it doesn't mean the judge will find that this is in the child's best interest. There are numerous factors that...

Can me and the father of my child settle child custody without going to court?

I agree with James. However, I would like to add that if you fail to file a lawsuit and do an informal agreement with the other parent, the other...

Custodian Loosing Health Insurance by loosing Job

Do not stop paying until you get a court order that states you are allowed to do so. If you stop paying, you could have a motion to enforce filed...

Selected as the best answer

If both parents agree on all terms, can we decide how much child support. Or is that up to the judge?

Parents can always make agreements regarding their children. However, agreements by parents are always subject to approval by the court. The...

Can he take her? Visitation question

If you file for support, he will likely file a motion for enforcement against you for denying him possession of the child during his court ordered...

My husband told me last night he wants a divorce and he will be looking outside of our marriage for someone else

You may be entitled to Temporary Spousal Maintenance if you do not have sufficient funds to pay for your minimum monthly expenses. However, you...

If I have pocession of my child can her father file for temporary custody?

Both parents have the ability to request the exclusive right to designate the primary residence of the child (i.e. who the child lives with). The...

What can I do if my daughter was moved out of the geographic area set by the courts?

If she moved outside of the geographic area without permission, you can file a Motion for Enforcement. At that time, the court can order that she...

Am I required to request child support after leaving my daughter's bio dad? What are his rights if I do?

You are not required to request child support. This is normally accomplished by filing a Petition to Establish the Parent Child Relationship. If...

Will a judge order a drug test without any evidence, just an angry ex husband making false claims?

More than likely, the judge will not order the drug screen. However, if he does, make sure the opposing party is ordered to pay for it.