What are my rights when CPS is call to investigate abuse in my home?

Unfortunately, your rights as the step father are limited unless you have adopted the child. Your wife, the child's mother has rights as a parent...

Can I file for emergency custody because my spouse has unsafe conditions in California?

Yes. You can file for separation. You can also contact the local child protective services agency if you feel that children's safety is truly...

The focus is on your daughter's rights at the moment. You can help as a potential placement for the child. To convince the social workers that...

Took my child out of state now father has gained temporary custody have I lost my parental rights completely?

No you have not lost your parental rights. In order to help you properly, the attorney would need to know the answer to many questions. For...

Yes. CPS can start an investigation with much less to go on than a recording. There is a difference between starting an investigation and arguing...

I hired a family law attorney, what other attorney do I need to persecute the father?

You need to consult with a juvenile dependency attorney if the social workers are involved. I would be happy to give you a free consultation. My...

I need to know what rights I have to get information about if a CPS case has been opened against my household.

Look up Welfare and Institutions Code Section 827. It explains your rights about getting such information. Even if there is no active court case...

How do I get custody of my grandchildren from CPS in CA.?

When were the children placed with you? Do you have de facto parent status? Have you been designated prospective adoptive parent? Have the parents'...

Is a family court judge required by law to order an investigation into all child abuse allegations?

You can report the abuse to the child protective services agency in your county. However, if a Judge does not think that there is enough evidence...

My 6 year old daughter was taken from our home my cps almost 4weeks ago because me and her dad was using drugs.

You have to contact the social worker to get the visitation set up. You should have also been given notice of the detention hearing. At the...