My girlfriend's mother made a list of rules for dating her daughter (i.e.-home by 11, no putting-down her artwork, etc.) and had me sign at the bottom and date. She will be turning 18 in June. When she reaches age 18, can she over-ride what's written on the signed contract? Also, is the contract, written in red pen on a piece of notebook paper, even legally binding to begin with?
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It is the mother's parental right to make any new boyfriend's life hell.  Now, what age were you when you signed it?  If you were under age, then technically no, it can't be legal.  I don't know the age at which she/you are considered adults in your own community.  When she turns 18, will she be living at home or move out?  If she lives at home, mom's/dad's house rules apply.  OR, maybe certain terms can be negotiated with her parents.  Good Luck!
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Just write your own agreement, stating the arrangements you have agreed upon.  Each sign a copy and have a witness for each of you sign as well.  Then if you ever have to go to court, you at least have something written down on what was agreed upon.  My brother and his ex went to court and then came up with their own agreement.  They just cancelled the court date and now share custody of their daughter.
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you have to be 21 funny enough im planning a trip to cali too and thats what i found out. a person 21 or older has to sign you in your room so they cant just do it over the phone, but it doesnt hurt to ask them maybe they'll be nice and let you get away with it
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I'm confused.  Why are they giving you 100 a month for there cell phone charges?  Is the contract in your name?  If thats the case cancel the phone after the contract is up and tell them to get there own contract.  Also I would tell the women who takes care of there kid that if she's not being paid not to do it.  If everyone stops tippytoeing around them maybe they will learn some responsability.  Stupid to get married at 17 to begin with.  She's acting like a child because she is one.  She needs to grow up.
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Age has nothing to do with it. There have actally been children as young as 6 who have published. True, they are usually childrens books but anything is possible.\n\nKeep in mind that your parents will have to sign anything you do since a minor can not join in any contract legaly. \n\nYou take the normal steps otherwise... \nFirst, write it. Sounds simpler then it really is. \nSecond, edit, edit, EDIT.  \nOnce you have an actual manuscript ready you have to find the best publishers for your manuscript. I suggest "Writers Market". \nCheck out Vonda's site for how to properly format your manuscript.\nLastly, you send it off. You keep sending it until you get published. You don't give up because there are many who are trying to get published, and some who get hunderads of rejections before actually getting published.
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Forgetting the sentiments of parents worldwide, the New York State Domestic Relations law says until emancipated, or age 21, except if the child is still enrolled in college, in which case a family or Supreme court judge may order continuation to age 22. \n\nEmancipation under the law is not likely when a child is living at home, except in certain defined circumstances.\n\nAlso, you should be aware that a settlement agreement in a divorce may alter the default provisions of the Domestic Relations Law.
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this was in the paper's recently, a british student, put an auction up of a date with her, she stated that there would be no sex involved and stated the reasong for her doing this was to pay of her debts for staying on in educaton. she got to over £4K, and it was removed, so you could try, it is a good idea, specially if you need the money, but i cant see many sites allowing it.
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When did Lim become 18?  Once he became 18 and continued the terms of the contract (eating breakfast) without refuting the contract due to being a minor at the time of the contract, it becomes enforceable.\n\nAs for Mamat, once being admitted to a mental hospital does not make him/her unable to enter into contracts.  Mamat was released from the hospital "as cured."  Mamat has since entered into numerous contracts for example his attending college, the lease agreement with the hostel, etc.\n\nDon can enforce the contracts against them!
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According to the law, you have to keep her till she is 18. You are her guardian, and she has no choice in the matter. The law says she has to stick with you.
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Seems a little strange that you would post that. Agree with first answer seems like more than a question.  Did you just want to tell the world that she lives with a 39 year old...well you just did.  Hope if she finds out that the 39 year old is not an attorney or knows one because this could constitute harassment. Just a little friendly advice.
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Dear Friend,\n\nThe answer is #5.  E-mail contracts are written contracts.  They are valid under the same conditions as would be paper contracts.  Signature is not required, there is no maximum dollar amount, and it doesn't matter whether the contract is for goods or services.  A deal is a deal.\n\nYour Friend,\nFrancesois
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Tell the friend to get legal advice about child support.  I don't know Singapore law but I image that fathers are held responsible to support their kids just like they are here.  In Canada a 17 year old is above the age of consent and he would not be criminally responsible (unless the guy was in a position of authority).  As for her mental/physical hurt?  Did he rape her? If she had sex with him then she bears at least half of the blame.
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Man, I just went through this! If her bio. father pays child support, then yes he must be contacted to sign away his rights even if she has NEVER laid her eyes on him. If he doesn't pay or contribute in any way, when your child has gone without ANY paternal support for 5 consecutive years, then all you have to do is run it in the classified ads in your town for 4 weeks. The newspaper will give you an affidavit and you will have to sign one stating that you have not received any support from her bio. father. After that point, it is pretty smooth sailing. Hopefully you won't get an A-hole for a judge like I did... the same judge that ordered my son's father to only pay $96 a month for support <--- Please try to hold your laughter until the end of the paragraph. Thank you.
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by the sounds of it she can look for a job all she wants.  If her work permit is only good for a year why can't you renew it?  What type of work permit does she have?  If it is a specific work permit then that is the only type of work she can look for.    All you have to do is look for work, she has a social insurance number why can't she find work?\n\nThere is something missing in the conversation here, she has a work permit and a SIN number she can work?  What is stopping her from doing so?\n\nWhat paper work did you submit to get her here?  Does she have her permanent residence?  And why does she have an expiry date on her SIN number?\n\nSomething is missing....can't help you if I don't know the whole picture
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A contract can be oral or written or implied.  Notarization only attests that the person signed is the one whose name appears on the document, but it doesn't make it any more enforceable.  If you have a signature on a contract, the original of that is best evidence and can be an exhibit to a complaint for breach of contract.\n\nThat lady doesn't know what she's talking about and she will be quite surprised to be served with a summons and complaint.  Be sure to include the costs of serving her with summons & complaint in your damages, as well as any court filing fees, and a prayer for pre-judgment and post-judgment interest.  Chances are she wil pay you the full amount and then some, just to avoid the 10% interest charges that attach to a judgment.
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To answer the question you'd have to know more: \n1) what does the contract say?  Ordinarily it would contain a paragraph stating that the contract contains the full understanding between the parties, etc.\n2) what law applies - this, too, may be specified in the agreement.
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"Whenever I (her mom) try to talk to her, she reminds me that she's 20 years old and doesn't have to listen to me."\n\nSeems your daughter is quick to take your help when she needs it but then shows no appreciation or respect for it or you as her mother. She's right, she is 20 and she doesn't have to listen to anyone. It's also true since she 20 that she's of legal age so my suggestion is this. The next time she spends the night at her cheating boyfriends house, who she left to move home, then pack her things, call a local mom n pop mover and have all of it delivered to her boyfriends house. When she looses it and calls you or comes home, which she will, advise that you're also of age and don't have to listen to anyone, especially her. Send her on her way with one last thought and that is when she's ready to grow up, act like an adult and treat you with the respect you deserve then you're willing to sit down and listen.