Even if you are a child's natural parent, you can be charged with kidnapping if you ignore a custody order and decide to take the situation into your own hands.
Joint bank accounts and death: What you should know
A lot of people have joint bank accounts because they want their spouse, parents or favorite niece to have access to the funds in case an emergency happens.
How to avoid common adoption mistakes
If you are considering adoption, know that the process often proves complicated, but can be tremendously rewarding. No two adoptions are the same, and there are many factors at work in any given adoption situation that can lead to roadblocks along the way as you grow your family. The better you understand the process, the more likely you are to avoid these roadblocks, so one way to expand your knowledge is to recognize some of the common adoption mistakes prospective parents like you sometimes make.
Is adoption of an stepchild child important?
Is it really worth the time, effort and expense for a stepfather or stepmother to adopt a teenager or adult child?
Proving an established, beneficial relationship with a grandchild
Every state has different rules regarding the rights of grandparents to maintain an active relationship with their grandchildren despite the wishes of the children's parents.
Adopting through the foster care system: Points to ponder
If you know you want to adopt a child, but you are unsure of how to start, you may want to consider the benefits of going through the foster care system. Many people have concerns that keep them from going in this direction.
