My husband and I have been separated a year now. Everything we purchased within the union of our marriage including all my personal things are in storage. Right after we separated I Had nervous break down so he took care of moving for me. He was the provider and its real hard for me to get back on my feet but anyway he wants me to pay half of the storage fee before I can get my daughter and my things. He doesnt pay alimony and I really cant afford a lawyer trying to go through legal aid but they are giving me the run around. Please if anybody know where I can go to get legal help I am open to suggestions. I am really not worried about my things my child wants her things.
2006-08-20 20:16:29 · 11 answers · asked by QUEEN ZENOBIA 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I have a job but it just enough for me to live!
2006-08-20 20:28:29 · update #1
When you rent a storage area, there is a contract that is signed. Is the contract in his name, or in yours? Have you signed any kind of agreement with the storage company?
If it is in his name only, you should contact your local law enforcement and explain the situation to them. They should be able to retrieve your items for you. If your husband wants you to pay half of the storage costs, he would need to pursue a claim in conciliation (small claims) court.
You don't say what state you're in, so I can't give you a link to your state's bar association, but every state has a state bar association that will offer you a list of attorneys who will help you at no charge. You can find the phone number by using Yahoo or google and searching for "bar association" and "Idaho" (substitute whatever state you're in).
If you and your husband are not working toward a reconciliation, you should probably pursue finalizing your divorce sooner rather than later, for many reasons - including the fact that you will likely be awarded maintenance (alimony) and child support. In addition, there is nothing currently that is keeping your husband from running up additional debt, which the court may split between the two of you when you do divorce. You really do need to speak with an attorney licensed in your state about all these issues.
Good luck to you.
2006-08-20 21:30:43 · answer #1 · answered by Vicki D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, since half the stuff is yours, I think any court would rule that you are half responsible for its storage. If your soon to be "ex" does not continue to pay, all of this stuff will be auctioned off for the past due storage fees. I am not being unkind, but how about if you get a job? Then you could possibly afford a lawyer to protect your and your daughter's legal rights. If you just sit there and let things happen to you without making an effort on your own behalf, 9 times out of 10 you will get screwed.
2006-08-20 20:23:45 · answer #2 · answered by 420Linda 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should be able to get alimony if he was the sole provider in the family. It probably wont be as much as you need but it will help. Also if you have primary custody of your child then you would get child support. The % of child support varies from state to state. If you get child support you normaly dont get alimony. If you had an agreement before the storage unit was rented then you are responsible for your 1/2 of the agreement. If you did not have an agreement you should try to settle the storage area problem as civily as possible. If you need anymore help just contact me
Good Luck
2006-08-20 20:26:21 · answer #3 · answered by Amber 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-08-21 08:29:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
do You have a "First Call For Help" # in Your phone book?
If not, contact Social Services through Your county. if You can't afford to give Your ex storage fee, He surely has to pay You child support. Good luck.
2006-08-20 20:28:12 · answer #5 · answered by Catnipgirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all, you aren't divorced so alimony and child support dont even figure in to it. That doesn't apply to someone still married.
About the storage......
Did he rent it or did you?
Is it in his name or yours or both?
If it is in your name or both, all you have to do is show up and request access. Say you lost your key or if your own lock was provided, simply cut the lock and replace it.
If it is only in his name you have a difficult road. Best bet, if it is only your daughters things you are concerned about, get your daughter to ask him to take her there so she can get them.
2006-08-20 20:28:25 · answer #6 · answered by mslider2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can either buy new things and forget about the old belongings or you can pay him half the storage fees. If he hadn't stored your things for you, what would have happened to them? Honestly what he's asking for sounds reasonable and fair to me.
2006-08-20 20:27:00 · answer #7 · answered by cricket 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He can not hold your things nor your child's thing because of a store and lock bill -- It is against the law to withhold ones belongings............
Now he can take you to small claims court to try to collect half of the money due to the store and lock
So call your local police dept and tell them just what you said here and they most probably will escort you to get your things ....and inform hubby that this is the actions you will be taking
2006-08-20 20:23:03 · answer #8 · answered by ibelieve 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You would probably need to speak with the police.I don't think they will arrest him but they may be able to force him to give you your daughter and your personal possessions.I'm no expert so that's all the advice I can give you but I do want to say that your husband is a a$$hole for doing this to you and your daughter.
2006-08-20 20:23:36 · answer #9 · answered by jenn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the local law centre, citizens advice bureau or contact the local Law Society they will help you.
2006-08-20 20:22:19 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋