Ask An Attorney Your Legal Questions

Question – “Can I adopt my girlfriend’s child in Ohio if the birth certificate was never signed by the bio father and [he] hasn’t made contact in 3 years?” Laws vary from state to state so you will need to seek the advice of an attorney licensed to practice law in Ohio. The lawyers atcontinue reading…

Question – “Should I get a new Social Security Number if mine is stolen?” If your SSN is stolen, and it continues to cause problems years after the fact (presuming you’ve taken all steps to rectify the situation), it might be worth considering. However, it’s not an easy process and it comes with some caveats.continue reading…

Question – “Are divorce law and family law the same thing?”       No. Divorce law pertains to divorces only. Family law encompasses divorces and other family law matters like custody, child support, and adoptions. If you are facing a separation, knowing this distinction is important when searching for an attorney that best suits your needs. Ifcontinue reading…

Question – “Should I put a credit freeze on my child’s account?” Yes. Children are at a higher risk for credit fraud because it can remain undetected for years, recognized only when the child applies for their first credit card.  By that time, there is already significant damage to the child’s credit. Before the Equifaxcontinue reading…

Question – I won a judgement over a limited liability business and she shut down. How do I proceed from there and will I ever see my money again? If your judgment is only against a limited liability company which has now ceased operations, you may not be able to collect. However, if the Companycontinue reading…