What can my daughter do to get her daughter back from her dad who is not careing for her like he should?

The answer depends on whether or not there is a parenting plan order already filed in court. If so, then your daughter should file a petition to...

Duress would not normally include threats to go to court for a modification of the parenting plan or child support. There is legal support to...

What constitutes a major event or serious illness?

Yes, pneumonia would be considered a serious illness. Failure to notify you of this illness may constitute contempt, but the court requires very...

How is child custody usually awarded when one parent wants to move to another state?

See my AVVO Legal Guide on interstate child custody jurisdiction. I handle many of these cases, other attorneys call me to consult. Some of your...

I don't see a problem. Why doesn't the sister simply get a passport and buy a ticket? If there is an issue you don't mention (e.g., the sister...

How do I get the rights revoked from a father that hasnt wanted to see his son in years, he is a felon and never calls or visits

The dad has definitely abandoned his son. "Revocation" of his rights, however, is not normally allowed unless it is within the context of an...

Cps seems to be pushing Adoption on my boyfriend (we have had his 6mo.old granddaughter since birth)what are our rights

CPS is required to find permanent placements for kids under their supervision. You probably have 3 choices acceptable to CPS: Adoption,...

If I have an order to return personal property, is there any thing I can file to postpone it pending further litigation?

You have to obey the current order until it is changed. You could file a motion to reconsider or revise. Otherwise, it is unlikely that the order...

Writing a declaration.

Any logical, articulate statement will do. Make sure you file a Note for your motion. It has to be personally served. The Pierce County Court does...

Is this bad faith?

Having his wife draft his parenting plan is not by itself bad faith. "Bad faith" appears in the parenting plan to find out whether the person...