To modify spousal support in Oregon, you must file a motion for order to show cause, and have a judge sign an order requiring your former spouse to...

Parking lot accident

You will need an attorney to pursue your claim. Because the amount of damages is less than $5,500, Oregon law provides that you are entitled to...

What are my options in this situation, my truck was damaged through no fault of my own.

You have a good claim against the restaurant and the contractor. The value of your claim is measured by the decrease in value of your automobile,...

Never married and father never paid child support for 12 year old. Where do I start? Do I need a lawyer?

If you've never had a child support order, you can get one by calling the Child Support Division of the District Attorney's Office in the county in...

If kids under temp custody of state A are in state B visitng can I demand (as the parent) that they stay until a court hearing

No. Only one state at a time has jurisdiction (or authority) to issue a custody order. If one state has already issued a custody order, then no...

Father died,no will. owned house and 401k. will wife of 2 years get it all or are children entitled to a portion?

The answer depends on who your father named as the beneficiary of the 401(k) and Oregon PERS accounts. The named beneficiary will receive those...

If the child is adopted (for example, by mother and her spouse), then you have no legal duty to support the child. Otherwise, the answer is no. ...

When my son turns 18 is he still entitled to child support if he takes college classes

In Oregon, the answer is yes. Generally, if he is under age 21, attending community college on at least a half time basis, and getting a C or...

How do i reverse a restraing order that my wife filed as a domestic viloence even when my daughter wasn't in danger?

You have 30 days from the date you were served with a copy of the Family Abuse Prevention Act restraining order in which to file a request for...

I bit into a piece of razor blade in my meal at a restaurant. Can the restaurant be held accountable?

Yes. Under Oregon law, there are several legal principles that hold the restaurant accountable, including breach of contract, breach of warranty,...