In a situation where there is "slander per se," doesn't the Plaintiff still have to provide proof of mitigation in order to win?

No, the victim does not. The victim can "win" simply by showing the elements of slander and damages. -- http://richarddwyer.com, mountain view

Can I still file a response past the 30 days if no request to enter default has been filed?

Yes. And you should do so immediately!!! Don't risk the default. The response form is simple and user friendly. An attorney is not necessary...

Parental Alienation Syndrome...what to do?

You can enforce the child custody order. Your spouse does not have the right to deny you custody or visitation without a modification of the...

I recently filed a Temporary Restraining order and when I went to court yesterday for the hearing the Defendent had a lawyer and

You should retain counsel and have counsel negotiate with the other party's new counsel. They might be offering a CLETS order in which the other...

More time with my children

Yes he can. He will have to file an OSC re modification of child support. The support will be based on Dissomaster calculations.

Serve him with written discovery (request for production of documents, form interrogatories, special interrogatories, requests for admission) and...

I am 16 and my mom and stepdad are threatening to throw me out. Can they?

Your parents can be charged with neglect if they throw you out. You should retain counsel to protect your residency and to insure that you receive...

I want to make a legal parenting plan to see my daughter. How do I do this without an attorney?

Yes, you can. But you need to seek a modification of the existing child custody order in Washington state in the Court that issued the original...

How do I file a request with the court? Is there any special form that I need to fill out?

I agree with my colleague. You should get the cases consolidated as there can only be one judgment for dissolution. You can do this by...

Do the custody orders still stand?

The custody orders remain in effect until they are changed or dropped by the Court.