Divorce and Family Law Appeals Articles
by Turco Legal | Mar 24, 2017 | Appeals, Restraining Order
The Massachusetts Appeals Court recently addressed under what circumstances a court might erase a protective order once issued. Overview of the Case: J.S.H. v. J.S. The case of J.S.H. v. J.S. involved a harassment prevention order under Massachusetts General Laws,... by Turco Legal | Mar 2, 2017 | Appeals, Custody
Leila and Liam divorced. They share physical custody of their two children. Liam has a new girlfriend who has moved in with him. Leila disapproves of their living arrangements, which she claims are against her moral beliefs. She wants to know whether she can prevent... by Turco Legal | Feb 8, 2017 | Appeals, Custody
Alba and Andrew recently divorced after ten years of marriage. They ended their decade-long relationship. They have one child, Andy, and per the divorce decree, the share physical and legal custody. Alba is growing concerned. Andrew recently joined a religious order... by Turco Legal | Feb 1, 2017 | Appeals, Custody
A biological parent whose parental rights have been terminated. Does this parent have the right to participate in a post-termination hearing regarding visitation rights? Yes, according to a recent decision by the Massachusetts Appeals Court. In Adoption of Zak, the... by Turco Legal | Jan 30, 2017 | Appeals, Custody
Tom and Ted are siblings who are one year apart. Tom and Ted’s parents are divorcing and have been separated for a year. The boys stay primarily with their mother. They visit their father twice a week, including at least one overnight visit. The parents in this... by Turco Legal | Jan 12, 2017 | Appeals, Divorce
Suppose that a partner in a committed relationship (but not marriage) wants to have children. The other partner undergoes surgery that prevents them from having children in the future. However, they neglect to inform their partner. This leaves the partner under the...