Can a child (age 14) refuse to visit a parent if the parents have joint custody?

The court ultimately decides whether a child can stop visiting a parent when the child reaches the age of 14. Neither a parent nor a child can...

I have a twelve month stalking protective order against someone and that person called me several times. Now it's cleared by arr

He went to jail, and he will be charged with a felony offense of aggravated stalking. He will have a tough time getting a bond, and even bailing...

How do I evict my ex-spouse after divorce when he already says he will violate the settlement the day after agreeing?

Did you have an attorney represent you in the divorce? If not, you need to take your divorce papers in to an attorney, and have them reviewed. If...

Can can I sue a retail store or face-first for defamation for telling employees that I am a shoplifter when I am not?

You can sue a party for defamation, if you can prove a defamatory communication or publication, and special damages. You will be required to pay a...

What is the timeline on an expedited eviction after Writ of Possession in Fulton? Are they trying to scare me out?

You can call the court, and see if the writ has been issued. Until the writ of possession has been issued and served out by the sheriff, the...

Is there any way to hasten an uncontested divorce?

The courts require a wait time of at least 31 days in every case, when an uncontested divorce is filed. The wait time icould be more additional...

If i give my mother in law a vist with my kids and she refuses to give them back what can i do

She has no parental rights. You do. You can call law enforcement, and enlist their aid in getting the children returned. You need to hire an...

Can i convert a chapter 13 bankruptcy to chapter 7 if I file divorce and surrender by half of a house owned by me and spouse?

You cannot convey property without court approval in a Chapter 13 case. If you convert the case to a Chapter 7, that could make the situation even...

Does the mother have to appear in court for legitimation?

Why is your family and your child not important enough for you to take off work and attend a court appearance? Where are your priorities? You need...

Do you actually know this is happening? Have you seen a written contract of sale, or are you basing your decisions on rumors? Either way, you...