You can obtain a restraining order most quickly by calling the police. Family court personnel and shelter volunteers can also assist you in getting one.
Be extra careful in dealing with child protection agencies. You will need legal counsel to be certain that your children are not taken away from you.
There will be an adjustment period as you welcome home children who have been removed. Focus on improving your children's lives and getting any assistance you need to cope with the situation.
You can prevent an underage marriage by not giving your consent.
Underage marriages require the consent of a parent or legal guardian. Procedures vary among the states.
A child becomes emancipated when he or she lives independently - usually with parental consent - and a court agrees that this is appropriate.
Emancipation occurs when your child moves out and gains legal recognition as an adult. To prevent this from happening, do all you can to maintain a friendly, easy and communicative relationship.
Common-law marriages occur when a couple has lived together for a length of time; they are then considered to be legally married.
Court-appointed special advocate (CASA) volunteers speak for children who have been victims of abuse and neglect.
It may be a good idea to give authorization to a regular caregiver to make medical decisions for your child in your absence. That way any necessary treatment won't have to be delayed.
A Power of Attorney authorizes someone else to handle your financial affairs.
Name a guardian in your will to ensure that your children will be raised by the person you have selected should something happen to you.
Choosing a guardian can be difficult, but it is an important decision to make.
Guardianship over an adult can be obtained when the person is seriously impaired and can no longer manage his or her own affairs.
Most people sign prenuptial agreements before they get married because at least one of the spouses has children from previous relationships and wants to provide for them, or because at least one...
The Family and Medical Leave Act allows employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave per year for family or medical reasons.
You have the right to 12 weeks of unpaid leave if your company meets certain criteria. Smaller companies develop their own policies.
When Vermont Gov. Howard Dean signed the most sweeping same-sex partnership law in the United States, he called it a "courageous and powerful statement" about his state. But what does the bill,...
They say death and taxes are certain, but these days, so is the need for a good lawyer. Through the years, there will be times you might require legal assistance: adopting a baby, resolving...
You may be called to testify at a deposition, even if you are not involved in a lawsuit. If you are a party to a lawsuit, your lawyer should prepare you for the deposition. However, if you are...
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