Can I get anything from my husband's VA benefits? he abandoned me 6 months ago and I don't know where he is

Yes, you are definitely eligible for some of his benefits. You need to file for divorce right away and get some temporary orders in place. A lot is...

Yes, the father can request that you undergo a psychological evaluation as part of a custody suit. But, he would have to bring forward a motion and...

Can a 16 year old refuse visitation with her father? Does a child this age have any say over visitation schedule?

I understand your frustration. I believe that you would be able to modify the visitation schedule to allow her to have more flexibility as far as...

How do Grandparent rights work?

Grandparents' rights cases are very complicated. While the Texas Family Code does have provisions for grandparent visitation, they are very...

I am going through a divorce and custody battle, there are temporary orders including temporary restraining

Temporary Orders are valid until a) they are replaced by a new court order b) the underlying suit is closed (dismissed or non-suited). So if you...

Modification of child custody?

I understand your frustration. This is a very complicated legal question and you will definitely need an attorney to assist you in this matter....

Do I need a lawyer to regain custody of my son?

If your mother in law has agreed to give you primary custody, you will need to do an uncontested modification suit, meaning you will need to file a...

Am I fighting a losing battle?

I take it that the Dad wants full custody and for you to have visitation only, right? It is hard to predict what a child custody evaluation will...

From a legal angel, if the case was dismissed, you can get your record expunged. In your position, I would seriously look into that since this is...

Doesn't my ex have to speak to me if I ask things pertaining to her while he has her?

I agree with my colleague: you should refer to your court order, and if it is confusing ask your attorney to clarify. Under the Standard Possession...