Could we take my mother to court for child abuse?

Attorney Kemp is absolutely correct. It is unclear where the father is in all of this. If this child is truly in a neglectful and/or physically...

I am currently married and living with my husband but he refuses to support me and our 3 kids. The water is off and he refuses

I am sorry to hear of your difficulties. First things first......you have an absolute obligation to take care of your children. I'm not sure that...

What is my best potential angle to protect my children?

Your best, and only angle, as far as I can see it, is to hire an attorney NOW. This is clearly not a simple, agreed divorce and custody issue, and...

Yes, you absolutely need a lawyer, and you need one ASAP! Some attorneys offer free consultations. You need an attorney who regularly handles...

What must I do to remove my stepson and his family from my home?

You do not provide enough information for me to really be able to tell whether or not your stepson has any claim on the home. It is not clear...

Is it too late to sign a waiver of service?

If you have properly filed an answer in the case, then a waiver is unnecessary. If the divorce is amicable, and you both agree on all issues, you...

I do not recall there being an answer for application to protective order. You could, however, file a general denial, as previously stated. At any...

Do I need to put the father of my newborn on child support if he's already on child support for my oldest?

Consult an attorney or the Office of the Attorney General. It will be necessary to file suit to have a court-ordered child support obligation...

That issue should be decided by the court (if you and your spouse do not enter into an agreement) upon dissolution of the marriage. Good luck.

My finace is wanting to give up all rights to his 13 year old son. His son and ex wife are harrassing and threating our lives.

First let me apologize for what I think will seem an insensitive tone on my part. That being said, your fiancé cannot have his parental rights,...