How long will my boyfriend sit in jail after a bail was set on domestic violence if he can post bond

The speed of release from jail on bond depends on the local jail. Some are slower than others. You can get a pretty good estimate from your...

Dv assult in the 4th degree

Pushing your boyfriend as you describe may be domestic violence. You should get an attorney ASAP. If you can't afford one, the court will appoint...

Prior to private practice I did child abuse cases for WA state. Moderate spanking was legal if it did not leave a bruise or welt, and done with the...

Should child support be adjusted for a summer job or should it wait until it may become permanent?

Your son's child support obligation should not be adjusted to reflect a short term increase in wages.

I need help!!

You should schedule a free consult with an attorney ASAP. See my AVVO Legal Guide on child custody.

Can a parenting plan enforce that a child attend a school in a district/city different than the custodial parent?

In theory the court can order that the children remain in the same school district after the custodial parent moves. This would be unusual,...

Getting married. Should I get a pre-nup? In WA state.

Yes. You have some significant assets to protect.

Can I sue my parents if their smoking gives me a disease?

Talk to your doctor about your parents' smoking and its effect on your health. If the doctor does not call CPS, call them yourself.

Personal infliction of pain

See my AVVO Legal Guides on Grandparent custody. You say that your mother's petiton for nonparental custody survived your motion to dismiss. You...

Im seaparate with my ex husband for 2 years now,(wer not divorce yet)my concern is we have a lots of bilis i want to file

Technically you are allowed to file a bankruptcy petition whether or not you are divorced. However, many attorneys don't accept bankruptcy clients...