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What to do if my landlord has said they are going to use part of my rent to cover back fees?

Assuming you owe back fees to your landlord for the unit you are renting, …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 3 months ago

If I have a son and the mom wants me to sign over my rights so that her husband so he can adopt him, will this eliminate my financial responsibilities?

Typically, terminating your rights relieves you of any obligation to your child from the …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 3 months ago

What to do if my wife is divorcing me and she is a permanent resident but we have been married for less than 2 years and I have information that may get her in trouble?

If you have proof that she married you not for bona fide reasons but …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 3 months ago

How can I get a court date to review the amount of child support garnished from my pay?

To request a modification of child support, file an Order to Show Cause (court …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 3 months ago

If I wasn't properly served a subpoena to testify in court as a victim and so missed the court date, can a bench warrant be put out for me for contempt of court?

Assuming you failed to attend court regarding a trial subpoena and a bench warrant …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 4 months ago