Family, Divorce & Domestic Matters
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What happens if we lost the signed original copy of our prenuptial agreement?
If you lost the signed original copy of a prenuptial agreement, that does not always mean the agreement is automatically gone or unenforceable. In general, a court may still consider other evidence of the agreement’s exi...
Is it criminal damage to property if I smashed my ex’s phone during an argument?
In Minnesota, smashing someone else’s phone during an argument may be treated as criminal damage to property if the phone belonged to your ex and you did not have permission to destroy it. In general, intentionally damag...
How do I revoke a prenuptial agreement after we are married?
In general, a prenuptial agreement does not have to last forever. After marriage, spouses may sometimes revoke or replace it if both agree and the change is made in a legally proper way. In Vermont, the specific rules ca...
Do I have to include screenshots and call logs when I file an antiharassment petition in Washington?
In Washington, you generally do not have to include every possible piece of evidence when you file an anti-harassment petition, but supporting documents often help explain what happened. Screenshots, call logs, texts, em...
Can I Press Charges for Fake Evidence and Reputation Damage in Georgia?
In Georgia, the answer usually depends on what happened, who made the fake evidence, and how it was used. In general, a private person does not personally “press charges.” Criminal charges are usually handled by law enfo...
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...
What happens if one spouse wastes marital assets on gambling before separation?
In Wisconsin, gambling losses or other spending that reduces marital assets before separation may matter in a divorce, but the legal effect depends on the facts. Courts generally look at whether the spending was ordinary...
Can You Sue and Win Over a Parent’s Last-Minute Will Change?
A last-minute change to a parent’s will can sometimes be challenged in Oregon, but only if there is a recognized legal reason to do so. In general, a court does not overturn a will just because family members think the c...
Husband Owns the Car and Controls Finances—What Rights Do I Have During Separation?
In Oregon, your rights during a separation usually depend on the overall financial picture, not just whose name is on the car title or who manages the bank accounts. If you are married and living separately, the law gene...
What happens if my spouse bought a car during the marriage but titled it only in their name?
In Louisiana, a car bought during a marriage may still be treated as part of the marital property picture even if the title lists only one spouse’s name. Title alone does not always control ownership questions, especiall...
Can a prenup keep my retirement account separate if contributions continue during marriage?
In New Jersey, a prenuptial agreement may be able to help keep a retirement account separate, but that does not automatically mean every dollar added during the marriage will stay separate. The answer usually depends on...
Is it legal for the state to suspend my driver’s license over child support arrears?
In general, yes. In Arkansas, a driver’s license may be suspended when a person falls behind on child support, depending on the amount owed, the enforcement process used, and any available exceptions or ways to get back...
My Ex Won’t Remove My Name From a Joint Phone Plan — What Can I Do?
If your name is still on a joint phone plan after a breakup, the main issue is usually that the account holder and the phone carrier still see you as financially responsible for the account. In general, a joint plan can...
How do I respond to an eviction notice when I am protected by a temporary restraining order against the other tenant?
If you are in Vermont and you receive an eviction notice while you are protected by a temporary restraining order (TRO) against another tenant, the first step is to look carefully at who is named in the notice, who is be...
How do I enforce a divorce decree when my ex refuses to transfer the car title?
In Nebraska, if a divorce decree says one spouse must transfer a car title and that person refuses, the issue is usually one of enforcing a court order. In general, a divorce decree is not just a private agreement; it is...