Courts decide visitation based on what is in the best interest of the child. Usually it is in the child's best interest to have a relationship...

My rights where involuntarily taken a few years ago I can't visit my child am I responsible to pay child support

If your parental rights were terminated, you are not responsible to pay child support. If your parental rights were not terminated, but the other...

What is the best strategy for communication in a domestic violence felony case, for defendant?

If a restraining order has been issued against him, if he has someone contact her on his behalf, he could be found to have violated the restraining...

If my kids mother gave temporarily guardianship to the kids great granparents... does that restrict me from going to get my kid

If there are court orders giving the great grandparents legal guardianship, then you can be excluded from visiting with your children. The mother...

I understand an Attorney is not needed in filing a R.O., but I am interested in hiring one, but unaware of fee's and what kind?

Criminal defense attorneys and family law attorneys are usually most familiar with restraining orders. A good hourly rate is between $150-$250. ...

What can I do if the mother of my child moves from California to utah ?

If you have not already file a petition to determine parentage, you need to file one asap and then file a motion for custody/visitation which...

Do I need a lawyer to accompany me in court?

If an attorney prepares the motion and is identified as your attorney on the motion, your attorney must attend the hearing. If your name is on the...

Can I still petition the court for retroactive child support and does my ex have to have a bedroom/separate bed for son?

You cannot receive retroactive child support. You might not like the father's living situation, but unless the father's living situation creates a...

It is the intent in California for both spouses to become self-sufficient to the extent possible. Eventually a court would require you to seek...

Can I sue for medical malpractice?

You can sue for malpractice, but you have some problems. You have to have an expert testify that your doctors care fell below the standard of care...