How is abandonment not neglect? You have to be able to show proof that the child has been and continues to be in your care and custody, and how...

Business partner under reporting all sales tax and may be keeping

First step is to be careful about advice from out of state attorneys. You should consult with an attorney with a practice focused on business...

Right to petition for post secondary support

You're on the right track. If you want to amend the child support order to provide for post-secondary support, you have to petition, and you have...

What kind of legal action can my company take against me?

California law is more protective of employees than Washington law, so I would warn against being quite as "in-your-face" in your approach as the...

What is the age a child can choose which parent they want to live with? In the state of washington.

Strictly speaking, at age 18. Until then, the court determines which parent the child should primarily live with based on the best interests of the...

This is not ok, and not fair by any stretch of the imagination. But the real question is; is it legal?

You really have two questions here. The first is whether what was done was legal, the second is whether you have recourse. What was done was not...

If I sign a settlement agreement contract which contains a lie to benefit another party, is that perjury?

You're not commiting perjury because you're not under oath. But you may be acting against your own best interests in a variety of ways. Without...

Can a company force resign an employee after working there for 3 months?

The company can terminate him at any time for any reason or for no reason, so long as it is not for an illegal reason. The question is whether they...

Can I relinquish my parental rights if she is in full support of it?

Sounds like a tough situation for both of you. However, the state views both child support and your visitation time with the child as a benefit to...

What are the standard limitations in a parenting plan when the father is abusive?

There isn't a standard. Each situation works out a little differently, depending on the details. However, if you can prove what you say in your...