I have lived with my girl friend for 19 years, m i entiled to any thing ? we split the cost of every thing,house payment everyth

I agree with Mr. Bodzin. You may have property rights depending on the nature of your relationship. You really need to talk to an attorney to...

Do i have any options of getting out of paying on a equity line of credit if i was defrauded out of the money?

Assuming that your bank that gave you the HELOC had nothing to do with the fraudulent transaction you got caught up in, your bank is innocent and...

1st nite meeting woman 2 weeks later w a ultrasound in hand says she's pregnant.Is me demanding paternity test best first step?

Talk to your doctor. I don't think there is anyway a pregnancy can develop in two weeks such that anything will show up on an ultra sound. You...

Can all my income be taken?

This doesn't make sense. A Judgment doesn't tell you about a garnishment. A notice of garnishment is what you normally get. Attached to the...

Should I pay $4,900 to pay off a collection agency when the original bill was $4,200?

Offer to pay for your brother's attorney fees so he can consult with a bankruptcy attorney and possibly file a bankruptcy. If you just pay this...

I agree with Mr. Bodzin but it might be better to first try calling the respondent's lawyer and simply asking for more time. Make sure you mention...

Is there any form I can fill out myself in Oregon to file for legal separation or do I have to hire an attorney?

Mr. Bodizin is spot on. I will say that there are occasions that a spouse's income is considered in a child support proceeding but your situation...

What can I do to protect my son?

I hope you took a picture of the bruising. Normally, once you report suspected child abuse it gets reported to child protective services so they...

Oregon wages garnished from way below-poverty-line family! Could we use ORS 18.345(i) to stop garnishment?

A bankruptcy will stop the garnishment and wipe out the underlying judgment. Talk to a bankruptcy attorney about your bankruptcy options.

Can I file an Ex Parte Motion for Modification without filing other documents or serving the other party?

I agree with my esteemed colleague Ms. Gruber, this is just too complex to explain all the nuances. You really should see an attorney at least...