Questions answered by Erin Patricia Farley

Archived

Do I need to talk to CPS and an attorney?

Erin's answer | Answered on November 28, 2012

It sounds like your counselor is trying to help you, but legally you are not obligated to do anything or tell anyone. If you are comfortable...

Archived

What are my rights as a father when my son's mother marries the man who has been convicted of felony child abuse against my son?

Erin's answer | Answered on November 28, 2012

I agree with the other attorneys who have answered, but have this to add: Be prepared to take baby steps. The court wants children to have two...

Archived

What are my rights as a mother when the father has emergency temparay custody?

Erin's answer | Answered on November 28, 2012

There is not enough detail to tailor this response to your facts; but, in general, you should have received a copy of the court order giving dad...

Archived

Can you sue dhs

Erin's answer | Answered on November 28, 2012

This is not my area, but I have re-tagged your question so that personal injury attorneys can respond. I imagine the short answer will be "maybe."...

Archived

Am in a high conflict divorce, from an abusive husband of 9 yrs, he's been abusive financially, physically and verbally

Erin's answer | Answered on November 28, 2012

This is more of a family law question than a child abuse question, so I will tag it as such. It is not clear how old your children are; therefore...

Archived

If a young woman now 20 comes forward about her older brother molesting her from the time she was 5 til 8. He was 12

Erin's answer | Answered on November 28, 2012

As both victim and perpetrator are adults, the case will be part of the criminal system. If the sister has gone to law enforcement with the...

Archived

At what age in california does a chid have the right to choose who to live with?

Erin's answer | Answered on November 25, 2012

The law says that the court shall consider the wishes of the minor child regarding custody and visitation, if the child’s age and capacity to...

Archived

Do I need my parents permission to get emancipated in California?

Erin's answer | Answered on November 25, 2012

I have attached a pamphlet regarding emancipation for your review; but in general, the answer is yes. It is tough to give any guidance without...

Archived

I am not to sure of the other person's details but she was just charged with endangering the welfare of a child by letting a 15

Erin's answer | Answered on November 25, 2012

A charge of endangering the welfare of a child is no small matter. I advise you to get as many details as you can about the charge and make sure...

Archived

Is it possible to legally move out of my current household, without the consent of my father at 16(Or even get an Emancipation)?

Erin's answer | Answered on November 25, 2012

You are in a tough spot, and I am so sorry to hear it. Is there an adult you trust to whom you can talk? A doctor, a school teacher or counselor,...

Erin Patricia Farley's Answers (883)

Do I need to talk to CPS and an attorney?

What are my rights as a father when my son's mother marries the man who has been convicted of felony child abuse against my son?

What are my rights as a mother when the father has emergency temparay custody?

Can you sue dhs

Am in a high conflict divorce, from an abusive husband of 9 yrs, he's been abusive financially, physically and verbally

If a young woman now 20 comes forward about her older brother molesting her from the time she was 5 til 8. He was 12

At what age in california does a chid have the right to choose who to live with?

Do I need my parents permission to get emancipated in California?

I am not to sure of the other person's details but she was just charged with endangering the welfare of a child by letting a 15

Is it possible to legally move out of my current household, without the consent of my father at 16(Or even get an Emancipation)?