Medical expenses generally includes mental health expenses. With that said, you should carefully review the language of your decree. Is the therapy...

I signed a paper giving up my parental rights can they take child support

If you signed over your parental rights and an adoption was finalized, you are no longer responsible for the ongoing care and support of the...

My ex has not paid child support on time. What can/should I do?

I agree you should direct your questions to your counsel who is already familiar with your case and the decree in question. As far as the provision...

If i used drugs half way through my case but quit for the remainder of it? Will dcfs give my daughter back even with those mista

First, the relevant statute has very specific guidelines and time frames when it comes to reunification in child welfare cases. This makes it...

These issues are dependent on the order of the Court contained within the Decree of Divorce or Custody. You should check your current decree and...

I agree with the prior answer and would add that if minor children are involved (custody and support issues) which you do not mention either way,...

In two weeks you will be considered a legal adult and can live where you would like and with whom you would like. If you want to leave earlier, try...

Can I change parts of an affidavit that I don't agree with?

The "legal way out of this" would be to report the abuse. If abuse has occurred or is imminent call 911. The father should be investigated for...

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Your order is controlling unless modified by the court or by agreement of the parties on a temporary basis. I know the Courts in Weber and Davis...

What are the laws on getting custody on a child I've been raising if the biological Parent is being investigated by DCFS

You may be able to obtain a temporary guardianship. Custody is also a possibility as under limited circumstances, persons other than a parent, can...