The Law Dictionary for Everyone
When a family falls apart due to the death of a family member, a divorce, a separation, or any other circumstance, many grandparents fail to recognize that they have certain legal rights when it comes to their grandchildren. Most states have laws that allow grandparents legal rights to seek visitation, or even custody of their grandchildren when they find it […]
Read moreThe foster care system is responsible for placing at-risk children with families other than their own, in group homes, or in institutions when they are unsafe, or are at risk of harm in their current situation. Other situations in which a child may be placed in foster care include the loss of his parents due to death, the inability of […]
Read moreThe absence of fathers in the lives of their children in the United States is an issue of epidemic proportions. While some fathers choose to not share in the upbringing of their children, others seem to be left behind, as they fail to understand their rights as fathers under the law. Both biological parents have a legal right to request […]
Read moreWhen parents separate or divorce, the issue of child custody comes about. Often, both parents believe they can offer what their child needs, and desire to have him or her live in their home. This sometimes results in bitter custody battles. The court’s focus in these situations is what is in the best interests of the child, when it comes […]
Read moreIn the eyes of the law, the raising of children, and the maintenance of a standard of living adequate for their development, are the responsibilities of both parents, and fundamental human rights for the children. When parents separate or divorce, financial responsibility remains with both parents, regardless of where the children live, or with whom they spend time. In family […]
Read moreThe term “child custody” refers to the legal and hands-on relationship between a parent and his or her child. Custody includes the parent’s right to raise, care for, and make decisions regarding the child. The natural state is for the child’s biological parents to make all decisions involving the child’s residence, healthcare, education, and religious upbringing. However, when couples separate, […]
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