Family, Divorce & Domestic Matters
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How do I deal with an eviction notice after my landlord refused to renew because of my service animal?
If you are in Iowa and your landlord refused to renew your lease because of your service animal, an eviction notice can feel urgent and confusing. In general, a landlord does not usually need to renew a lease at the end...
How do I find out whether my deceased father had money turned over under unclaimed property laws?
If your father has died, you can usually check whether he left behind unclaimed property by searching the state’s unclaimed property records and then following the claim process for heirs or personal representatives. In...
Do I have to separate for a certain number of months before filing for divorce in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, there is not always a strict waiting period that prevents a person from filing for divorce right away. In general, a spouse may be able to file before the parties have lived apart for any particular numb...
Is it legal for child support to be recalculated every year automatically?
In general, child support may be reviewed or changed when a court order, agreement, or state procedure allows it, but it is not always legal for support to be recalculated automatically every year without any new request...
How do I handle equitable distribution when we own property in two states?
When spouses own property in two states, equitable distribution can become more complicated because the divorce court may need to identify, value, and divide assets that are located outside Vermont as well as assets loca...
Is it legal for my spouse to claim the children on taxes while the divorce is pending?
In Arizona, whether a spouse can claim the children on taxes while a divorce is pending usually depends on federal tax rules, any temporary court orders, and any written agreement between the spouses. A pending divorce d...
Can I Protect My Interest in My Father’s House if There Was No Will in Illinois?
If your father died in Illinois without a will, his property is usually handled under Illinois intestacy law. That means the house may pass according to state law rather than according to informal family expectations or...
Is it legal for an ex to post on Instagram that I cheated clients in my small business?
In Florida, an ex posting on Instagram that you “cheated clients” in your small business may be legally risky for them, but whether it is unlawful depends on the exact words used, whether the statement is false, and whet...
What are my rights if someone falsely accused my teenager of a crime on Snapchat?
If someone falsely accused your teenager of a crime on Snapchat, you may have several possible concerns, depending on what was posted, who saw it, and whether it caused harm. In general, false statements that accuse a pe...
What happens if my ex posted false accusations about me during our custody dispute?
If an ex posts false accusations about you during a custody dispute, the consequences can vary a lot depending on what was said, where it was posted, and whether the statements can be shown to be false. In Colorado, publ...
What are my rights if child support services lost record of my payments?
If Idaho child support services lost record of your payments, you usually have the right to ask for a review, provide proof of payment, and request that the account be corrected if the records are wrong. In general, chil...
Do I have to pay child support if my parental rights were terminated?
In general, termination of parental rights can change a parent’s future child support obligation, but it does not always erase every support-related duty automatically. In Montana, the effect usually depends on how and w...
How do I handle divorce when we own a small business together?
If you and your spouse own a small business together, divorce often adds an extra layer of financial and legal complexity. In general, the business may be treated as part of the marital property division, but the exact r...
Can child support include extracurricular activities like travel soccer and music lessons?
In general, child support can sometimes include or be adjusted to account for extracurricular activities, but it is not automatic. In West Virginia, as in many states, the basic child support amount is usually meant to c...
What happens if my ex is behind on alimony but just bought a new car?
In Delaware, if an ex is behind on alimony but has recently bought a new car, that can be a sign that the person may have some available money or access to credit. But a new car purchase does not automatically prove that...