I will be filing a motion to modify support. There was a $1,000 add-on when our child was a few months old so that my wife could

A Private Nanny may not be a reasonable expense absent an unusual reason. The issue should have been addressed when the nanny expense was ordered....

What happens to the children when their parents have their parental rights terminated? Are they wards of the State?

Depency a quick review: Children are "detained" on grounds that they are in danger of harm and a court hearing is held within 48 hrs ; If the...

What happens when children are wards of the state?

If the children are wards of the court you must address your request to that court. Sarting with the social worker on an informal basis so s/he...

If I live in California, can I get adopt my grandchildren in a Virginia Court if they had a prior juvenile dependency there?

It appear that Virginia has jurisdiction you should consult a lawyer in that state.

Father wants to give up parental rights

Father seems to be looking for a way to escape the duty to pay child support. Unless you are doing a step parent adoption there is no reason for...

Can my son's mother strip me of my rights? (we aren't married and can't afford attorneys)

Taking the child from you and denying you visitation (without a court order or immienient threat of harm to the child followed up with police and...

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How to give custody to my father?

Your dad should be able to arrange this. You can also tell adults in authority about any abuse.

How eay/difficult is it for a father to get a restraining order against the mother of his children?

Judges need to hear testimony that provides a basis for a restraining order. Although they are good judges of credibility they have a large case...

Is a public notice in the paper where last lived good enough?

As part of the adoption, you will have to petition for termination of parental rights based on abandonment and if unable to serve him, petition the...

In my landlords property insurance responsible for damage to my car from a tree on the premise?

If the landlord was negligent in the management or maintenance of the property then they are responsible. If its an unforeseeable Act of God or...