My husband is unemployed (Calif.) and has a court order for child support. Does he have to pay while unemployed?

Yes, your x-husband is required to continue making his child support payments. That said, your x-husband is allowed to go back to court and...

I have sole phyisical custody of my two children and my husband has visitation. I would like to move out of california.

You will need to hire an attorney to petition the court for the right to move out of state. If you cannot afford an attorney, you should go down...

In chapter 7 can we protect a savings account with 20,000 that we need for living expenses until we find jobs?

I am sorry the economy has taken its toll on you. That said, I have some more bad news. You cannot retain any savings, unless in a protected...

What kind of a document do I need to establish my identity? I have used two names since childhood and its creating complication

First of all the United States does not recognize dual citizenship. That said, if you are a U.S. citizen you need to get a copy of your original...

I’m out of money how Can I continue our divorce

You will need to file a motion to have your spouse pay for your legal fees. If you can't afford to have your attorney file this motion, you can go...

What do you do next after you get summons that states you are being sued by a credit card company?

You need to contact a civil litigation attorney to file an answer to their summons and complaint, if the action was filed in Los Angeles Superior...

My neighbor has put up surveilence cameras pointed to my door, recording my comings and goings (he is mentally ill and paranoid)

Although it may not be ILLEGAL, you may be able to bring a nuisance claim against the neighbor in small claims court. However, as you admit...

Is it ok that i left my old apartment without giving 30 day notice and didnt find any new roomate and next month rent?

If you didnt sign a lease with the landlord, you will not owe any money to the landlord. If you did not sign a written lease with the roommates,...

Can a landlord (i.e. with multiple properties across the nation) refuse to rent to me in the future due to past legal action?

As stated by Mr. Mashal, if your lawsuit is brought on bona fide grounds, you should pursue your claim. If, in the future, that particular company...

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Can I sue for 4 years of back rent?

Although your friend cannot sue for back rent paid, he can sue for ALL of his moving expenses, utility hook up fees, and possibly constructive...