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September 2026

If A Parent Moves Out Of State, Is That Abandonment? (Solved)

A parent moving to another state can make an already complicated family situation even more confusing.  You might wonder if leaving means the parent has abandoned the child, especially if visits become less frequent or communication starts to fade. The short answer is no, moving out of state…

If A Parent Moves Out Of State, Is That Abandonment

What Is Reasonable Phone Contact For Non-Custodial Parent?

When parents live in separate homes, phone calls can be a simple way for a child to stay connected with the non-custodial parent.  But this can also become a point of tension, especially when parents disagree about how often calls should happen, how long they should last, or…

What Is Reasonable Phone Contact For Non-Custodial Parent

I Have Joint Custody But I Want To Move (Here’s How)

If you have joint custody and want to move, you may be wondering how much freedom you actually have to relocate, especially if you want your child to move with you.  Maybe you found a better job, want to be closer to family, or simply need a change. …

I Have Joint Custody But I Want To Move

How Many Times Can A Custody Case Be Continued?

Waiting for a court date is hard, especially when it involves your children. Finding out that your custody hearing has been delayed (again) can be frustrating and overwhelming. Most family courts do not have a hard limit on how many times a case can be delayed.  Judges handle…

How Many Times Can A Custody Case Be Continued

Can I Get Back Child Support If I Never Filed? (Solved)

Raising a child on your own is one of the toughest balancing acts out there, especially when the financial burden lands entirely on your shoulders.  Years can pass in the blink of an eye, and it is common to look back at the mounting bills and wonder if…

Can I Get Back Child Support If I Never Filed

Absent Father Now Wants 50/50 Custody (What Now?)

So, Dad has been mostly absent, and now he wants 50/50 custody. If you’re the parent who has been handling school mornings, doctor’s appointments, homework, bedtime, sick days, and all the little things in between, this kind of request can feel like it came completely out of left…

Absent Father Now Wants 5050 Custody

What Happens If You Get Married During A Chapter 7

You've set a wedding date, ordered invitations, and started planning a life together. Then you remember that your Chapter 7 case is still open. The question may feel urgent: what happens if you get married during a Chapter 7? The wedding itself doesn't create a second bankruptcy case…

Can An Ex Parte Order Be Overturned?

Getting hit with an ex parte order can feel overwhelming, especially when it affects child custody, visitation, or other important family matters.  Since the order may have been issued before you had a chance to share your side, you might be wondering what happens next.  The good news…

Can An Ex Parte Order Be Overturned

Can I Declare Bankruptcy If I Have A Job?

Yes. Having a job does not block bankruptcy, and the 2025 federal filing data shows 62% of consumer cases were filed under Chapter 7 and 38% under Chapter 13. Your paycheck is the steering wheel: it helps determine whether Chapter 7 fits or whether Chapter 13 is the…

700 Credit Score During Chapter 13 (Is It Possible)

Can a 700 credit score during Chapter 13 open the same doors as a 700 score without bankruptcy on the credit report? That question matters to people who need a reliable vehicle, hope to rent a home, or want to qualify for a mortgage while completing a repayment…