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Couple still legally married, but broken up for years. Wife gets pregnant from boyfriend. Can child have boyfriend's last name
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Answered on June 24, 2010
There is no law that requires the child to have any particular last name - either the husband or the boyfriend.
However, since she is still...
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How long does a misdemeanor show up on a work background in Houston, TX
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Answered on June 24, 2010
The county will have the records forever, so whenever someone checks the county records, that arrest or conviction will show up. Some employers...
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My husband was divorced but we married before the waiting period was up. Are we legally married?
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Answered on June 24, 2010
You are probably common law married, even if the ceremonial marriage occurred before the waiting period was up. A common law marriage is...
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My water company is chargeing me for 2 years of sewer services they forgot to bill me each month, can they do this?
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Answered on June 22, 2010
The good news is that they can't go back and bill you for 10 years of service, since the statute of limitations is 4 years. The bad news is that...
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My husband is a crim atty and I'm contemplating divorce. Do family attys do a pre-counsel to guide on what to expect/gather?
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Answered on June 22, 2010
Yes,any good family lawyer will talk to you about what to expect. Some will do a low cost initial interview to discuss the process. They generally...
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Does a father have certain legal rights over an unborn child?
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Answered on June 22, 2010
Sorry, but you can't get rights over the child - even if it's yours - until it's born. What you are asking for is rights to dictate your...
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How do i know if im already divorced?
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Answered on June 22, 2010
Assuming you don't want to ask your ex wife, contact the court clerk where the divorce is filed to find out if the decree has been signed.
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Can an incorporated homeowners association charge a homeowner interest on an outstanding balance?
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Answered on June 22, 2010
Anyone can charge up to 6% per year for unpaid debts. If you charge more than that, you need to have a written agreement signed by the debtor. ...
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Can landlord hold our deposit for 30 days if they are terminating our lease early? Are we allowed a buyout?
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Answered on June 22, 2010
It sounds like your landlord owes you your deposit, and prorated rent for the last week of June. The landlord is not allowed to charge you for...
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How do i find out where to send a payment to a bill that was found on my credit report but i have no memory of being called
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Answered on June 22, 2010
Start with the credit report - there's should be contact information for the creditor there. Good luck!
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