Posts in October, 2017

Oct 26 Can the court order drug/alcohol testing of the other parent?

Yes, if competent evidence that either the parent has a substance abuse issue, the court can order the drug or alcohol testing of ...

Oct 19 Can the court order counseling for either the parents or for our children in a California family law case?

Yes, the court can order counseling pursuant to family code section 3190 if it finds that such counseling would be beneficial to ...

Oct 12 What is a special master in the child custody context?

A special master is someone appointed by the court that both parents must bring their grievances to rather than the Court. The ...

Oct 05 Am I able to put on live testimony (call witnesses) at my Request for Orders hearing?

If you intend to put on live testimony other than the parties to the action, you must provide written notice to the other party of ...