What can I do if my mom is medically diagnosed bipolar, she abuse me physically and verbally.

It's unlikely that you, at 16, will be emancipated. You're not living independently, nor are you likely to be fully able to support yourself. But...

Can I get a name change decree amended or which state do I need to do a name change in to supersede a previous one?

You can try to amend the order in Idaho, though I don't know what those rules are - you'll want to repost this in an Idaho forum. But you can...

There is no specific law prohibiting a babysitter of any particular age. The answer is too dependent on the maturity and ability of the babysitter...

How do I write a response to the court?

The answer depends upon what and where he filed. If he filed a Motion for Modification of Child Support in District Court, then you will have to...

I have a no contact order against someone I work with, how will that work?

You need to notify your employer and they should arrange your respective work requirements to avoid contact. Honestly, this is impossible for small...

My husband has a significant amount of accrued leave that has a cash value, am I entitled to half of it?

I agree with my colleagues, though it will also depend upon whether there is a prenuptial agreement. The harder part will be to assess its value. ...

I live in the state of Nevada, if my child's father is not on his birth certificate does he have any legal rights?

I'm going to disagree with my colleague to say that the father absolutely DOES have legal rights, and you stand to pay a high price if you ignore...

Can I marry some one else even tho I'm in a domestic partnership in Nevada

No, you will have to terminate your domestic partnership first. If the partnership is (a) less than 5 years old, (b) if there are no minor...

My fiancé was just released on an OR can my ex get full custody of our kids?

I agree with Ms. Whitbeck. I will add that if your ex is leaving the kids in the care of a third party instead of taking his time, that suggests...

I am an illegal alien married to a USC. I came to the US with my son 13 years ago. Can my husband adopt my son?

Ms. Whitbeck is right. Your husband cannot adopt unless the biological father has died or has had his rights terminated or consents to the...