This is awful. I am so sorry this happened to you. Yes, you're responsible for keeping your animals safely confined at all times. But, hey, things...

Yeah, I'm not really understanding why she wouldn't take the dog when you said you could no longer keep it, even though her contract required you...

A dog was left in our care for two weeks, after 3 months we got rid of the dog. Now the owner wants to sue me for theft of prope

My first question is: If you were asked to take care of the dog, why did you "get rid of the dog"? Moreover, if you were only supposed to take care...

I want custody of my son. I love him more than life itself! What are rights and options?

I am sorry to hear about your situation. Yes, you definitely have parental rights and should be able to enjoy at least equal custody of your son...

I live in a apartment complex. Received a dog running at large warning. Called animal control and they said as long as she is on

My esteemed colleague from MI has good advice for you. Additionally, you may want to think about always having your dog on a leash if you go...

When regarding an unmarried couple, why would be it negative for the child to have a different surname than the father? Mother?

Typically, since this is a patrilineal society (family name is passed down through the father), the child would be given the father's last name,...

What are the rights of a 17 year old, when he is kick out of his home?

Children have the right to have their basic needs provided for by their parents or, in the absence of a parent willing or able to do so, the state....

Getting ready to file for divorce. How much can I legally take out of any joint bank accounts prior to filing? Half or all?

You have the right to withdraw half of the funds in any joint bank accounts, either before or after filing for a divorce. I agree with my colleague...

Can I file for child support or is it too late?

As long as your child is a minor--well, in Arizona, until they turn 19 or graduate high school, whichever occurs first--you can apply for child...

I filed grandparent rights of my grandson. Judge sees no purpose. They've defaulted on all paperwork n court dates. No shows.

There is no such thing as grandparent rights in Arizona. If at least one parent is living and willing/able to parent, they can decide whether the...