I am unwed in texas, with newborn. Father has provided limited support during pregnancy and has signed AOP. What are my rights?

You have the right to seek financial support from him the moment you became pregnant. If he has committed family violence against you, then you...

Can i sue the state of tx for the death of my child he was in a foster home and he died in their care wat can i do

I'm sorry to hear about this tragedy. Suing a governmental entity such as the State of Texas requires overcoming the immunity doctrine. This...

How does a father go about signing all his rights away and can a mother waive the child support if he does so?

Any parent can execute a voluntary relinquishment of parental rights. This form is widely available on the internet but must contain certain...

If you have filed for divorce in Dallas County, then the case was assigned a cause number. Call the clerk and determine if that cause number is...

When a husband dies and he has 2 adult children and I have 1 adult child from a 1st marriage, do his kid have rights to house?

It depends. Did your husband die with a will? Or did he die without one (intestate)? If he died with a will, then the house and all other property...

What can I do about back child support since I have become a triple amputee and can not work?

It is critically important you do two kids. 1) file your income taxes. 2) file a motion to modify your child support obligation with a court and...

Default Judgment in a divorce , Default Final Decree, and motion

The first step is to obtain service on your wife. You are quite right that if she is avoiding service you can proceed with a Rule 106 Motion for...

Has the statute of limitation passed?

The Americans with Disabilities Act is a comprehensive civil rights act which prohibits discrimination based upon a persons disability such as...

How can I close my divorce since being changed to contested when I know have a letter and decree indicating mutual agreement.

File a motion to set on the non-jury docket and give at least 45 days notice of the setting. On the day of the setting, go to Court with a prepared...

Criminal attorney

If you cannot afford an attorney, then the Court will appoint an attorney for you after reviewing some important financial information to assure...