Family, Divorce & Domestic Matters
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What happens if a hidden camera video of me was uploaded online?
If a hidden camera video of you was uploaded online, it can raise serious privacy, safety, and reputation concerns. In general, the fact that the video was posted publicly does not make the recording legal. Depending on...
What happens if someone edits a recorded conversation to make me look bad?
In California, an edited recording can create legal problems, but what happens depends heavily on the facts. A recording that has been cut, rearranged, or selectively presented may be challenged if the editing makes it m...
Can a minor get protection from harassment by another student in Washington?
Yes, a minor in Washington may be able to seek legal protection from harassment by another student, depending on the facts and the type of conduct involved. In general, Washington law can provide protection orders or oth...
What happens if someone violates a restraining order issued by an Alabama court?
If someone violates a restraining order issued by an Alabama court, the person who sought the order may be able to ask the court to enforce it. In general, a violation can lead to serious court consequences, and the resp...
Do I have to divide a lawsuit settlement that was received during the marriage?
In Montana, a lawsuit settlement received during a marriage may be treated as marital property, separate property, or a mix of both, depending on the facts. The key issue is usually not just when the money was received,...
How do I divide tax debt from a joint return in divorce?
In general, a debt tied to a joint tax return does not automatically disappear because spouses divorce. A joint return can create joint federal tax responsibility, which means the IRS may look to either spouse for the fu...
What happens if I received a recording that someone else made illegally under Penal Code 632?
In California, receiving a recording that someone else may have made illegally can create legal risk, but the exact consequences usually depend on what you knew, how you got the recording, and how you used it. Penal Code...
Can a divorce court divide student loans taken out during the marriage?
In New Jersey, a divorce court may treat student loans taken out during the marriage as part of the broader property and debt division process, but the answer is usually not automatic. The court generally looks at who in...
What are my rights if my spouse transferred $30,000 to a relative right before filing for divorce?
In Washington, a transfer of money to a relative shortly before a divorce filing may raise questions about whether the money was marital property, separate property, or an attempt to move assets out of reach before the c...
What happens if the prenup says my spouse keeps the house but I paid for renovations?
In Connecticut, the answer usually depends on what the prenup actually says, how the renovation money was treated, and whether the agreement clearly addresses improvements to the home. If the prenup says one spouse keeps...
Is it legal for a family member to record a private conversation about elder care decisions?
In Pennsylvania, whether a family member may legally record a private conversation about elder care decisions usually depends on who is speaking, where the conversation happens, and whether the people involved know about...
Do I have to go to court if we reached a full divorce settlement?
In South Carolina, reaching a full divorce settlement often reduces how much court involvement is needed, but it does not always mean you can skip court entirely. In many divorce cases, a judge still has to review the pa...
What happens if my ex refuses to report child support payments I made directly by Venmo?
In New Hampshire, the answer usually depends on what your support order says and whether the Venmo payments were actually meant to count as child support. If the court order requires payments through a state disbursement...
Can I get child support if the father is paid in cash and says he has no income?
Yes, possibly. In Ohio, a parent’s child support obligation is generally based on income and other financial facts, not just what the parent says on paper. If a father is paid in cash, works off the books, is self-employ...
What happens if my ex refuses to reimburse childcare costs within 30 days like the order says?
In Wisconsin, if a court order says your ex must reimburse childcare costs within 30 days and they do not pay, that usually means the payment is past due under the order. The order itself does not automatically collect t...