A neglect complaint was filed against a 16 years old mother alleging that she left her child with her mother and other unknown individuals without making adequate provisions for her care. A New York Family Lawyer here were also allegations of poor hygiene and medical neglect with respect to a…
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Court Rules on Child Neglect Case
This is an application for guardianship of a child pursuant to the provisions that are set up under the Social Services Law. The petitioner and appellant of the case is Graham Windham. The respondent of the case is Deborah K. This case is being heard in the Supreme Court, Appellate…
Case Brought to Court for Father Failing to Pay Child Support
This case deals with the respondent Robert Marrero and the appellant Ada Centeno. The case is being heard in the Second Division, Appellate Division, Supreme Court of the State of New York. The appellant mother, Ada Centeno is appealing an order that was made in the Family Court of Rockland…
Custody Awarded to Grandmother
This case deals with Jessica W, Sandra A.H., et al as the petitioner and respondent. The respondent and appellant in the case is Josefina M. The appellant, Josefina M. is appealing an order that was made in the Family Court of Bronx County by Referee Peter Kuper. A New York…
Father Loses Parental Rights
This case deals a dependent child under the age of eighteen years old. The respondent and appellant in the case is Frank G. The petitioner and respondent in the matter are the Catholic Guardian Society and Home Bureau. A New York Family Lawyer said that Frank G. is appealing an…
Court Strives to Maintain Child’s Relationships with Both Parents
Whenever a couple faces a divorce, they must also face custody decisions that involve the children of the marriage. The love that a parent has for their child is the greatest love that exists on this planet. To require that the time that they spend with that child be split…
Court Decides Custody in Light of Abuse Allegations
Child visitation issues in divorce actions are reliant upon the agreement of the parents, cooperation from the children, and decisions of the courts. A New York Family Lawyer said the court of New York strives to enhance the relationships of the children with their parents. However, it is not always…
Family Court Decides Jurisdiction Issue
Child custody and visitation issues in divorce actions are traumatic events in the lives of the parents and the children who are affected by the court’s decisions. Many people panic when they file for divorce and fear the loss of custody of their children. When parents panic and make bad…
Court Considers Special Needs of Infant in Custody Battle
The New York child custody laws are designed to ensure that the rights of the children are protected as related to visitation and custody. In general, a parent is not restricted from visitation with their children as long as they have not harmed the children or have been found to…
Court Discusses the Rights of a Non-Marital Parent
On October 15, 1999, a child was born between the petitioner mother and respondent father. The respondent father acknowledged his paternity and his name was placed on child’s birth certificate. A New York Family Lawyer said the respondent visited regularly and contributed to the child’s support for 18 months. However,…