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Divorced in MS but now live in WA

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 15, 2010

Contact the Washington State Division of Child Support. They will ask the relevant questions and may be able to help. Otherwise, the noncustodial...

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Mother with a drug history gave her son to his father over a year ago and now wants visitation. What can dad do to protect son?

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 15, 2010

The court should be advised of the mom's history of drugs, violence and criminal activity. The child's dad can do this in several ways. If a...

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Can i cancel my application if I am thinking about a divorce

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 15, 2010

You should check this out with the INS. DISCLAIMER: This answer is provided for general educational purposes only. By using or participating in...

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My daughter is 12 years old and does not wish to speak to her father or go on visits does she have the right to refuse visits

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 15, 2010

Part 2: DISCLAIMER: The previous answer given by me was provided for general educational purposes only. By using or participating in this site you...

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My daughter is 12 years old and does not wish to speak to her father or go on visits does she have the right to refuse visits

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 15, 2010

The dad threatened suicide to his daughter? He's definitely sick. This is a type of domestic violence in my opinion. You should seek a protection...

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Is a married 22 year old entitled to money for graduate school?

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 14, 2010

RCW 26.19.090 provides that "the court shall determine whether the child is in fact dependent and is relying upon the parents for the reasonable...

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If Child protective services comes to my house should i talk to them or get a lawyer?

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 14, 2010

It depends on the circumstances. If your "spanking" went too far, it might be a crime. Corporal punishment of a school age child is often allowed...

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I voluntarily terminated my parental rights to my boy when he was young. Am i still required to pay child support payments?

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 14, 2010

The answer depends on whether or not the relinquishment was accepted in the adoption proceeding. If your relinquishment was accepted, and your...

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What are options for negative equity house in divorce, if one spouse refuses to sell or consult lender for options?

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 14, 2010

With negative equity of $20,000, your best bet is to negotiate a short sale with the lender. If your spouse refuses to cooperate, it might be...

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How do I calculate spousal maintenance, if it is available?

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 13, 2010

Unlike child support, there is no state guideline for calculating spousal maintenance. It is awarded where there is a long term marriage (which you...

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Divorced in MS but now live in WA

Mother with a drug history gave her son to his father over a year ago and now wants visitation. What can dad do to protect son?

Can i cancel my application if I am thinking about a divorce

My daughter is 12 years old and does not wish to speak to her father or go on visits does she have the right to refuse visits

My daughter is 12 years old and does not wish to speak to her father or go on visits does she have the right to refuse visits

Is a married 22 year old entitled to money for graduate school?

If Child protective services comes to my house should i talk to them or get a lawyer?

I voluntarily terminated my parental rights to my boy when he was young. Am i still required to pay child support payments?

What are options for negative equity house in divorce, if one spouse refuses to sell or consult lender for options?

How do I calculate spousal maintenance, if it is available?