Custody Appeal And Discrimination

Summary

In Minnesota, you can appeal a custody decision within 60 days, but missing the original hearing complicates matters. If your lawyer advised against appealing and its been almost two years, other legal remedies might be available. Discrimination based on ADHD, especially if it affects treatment, may fall under the ADA. Consult a family or disability rights attorney for personalized advice.

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I am wondering if missing a hearing that involuntarily transfer custody of my daughter from me to her grandpa means i can not appeal it now
Hello ****, in most jurisdictions, you can appeal a custody decision, but it may be more challenging if you missed the original hearing. However, laws vary by location. Can you please provide your location?
Mn
Hello ****, in Minnesota:
- You can appeal a custody decision within 60 days.
- If you missed the hearing, the court may be unsympathetic.
- It's crucial to consult with a family law attorney.
Please note that this is general information and may not apply to your specific situation.
My lawyer told me i could not appeal so i did not. This was almost 2 years ago
Hello ****, it's unfortunate to hear about your situation. In Minnesota, the appeal period for custody decisions is 60 days. However, you might have other legal remedies available. You should consider seeking the advice of a different family law attorney.
How about discrimination against my adhd by making me go to abstinence-based treatment rather then treat my adhd
Hello ****, discrimination based on a disability like ADHD may fall under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). You may have rights if you can prove:
*. You're disabled as defined by the ADA.
*. You're qualified to participate in the program.
*. You were denied benefits solely because of your disability.
I'd recommend contacting a disability rights attorney.
I was sent to treatment because i had been self medicating. Going to an abstinence-based treatment red flagged me in for future requests for adhd medication
Hello ****, it sounds like you're dealing with a complex issue. It may be considered discrimination if treatment for one condition (self-medication) resulted in inadequate treatment of another (ADHD). Again, I'd recommend consulting a disability rights attorney to discuss your situation in detail.
So you know of any similar situations
Hello ****, I'm afraid I can't provide specific case examples as every situation is unique. However, I can tell you that there have been cases where individuals have alleged discrimination due to inadequate treatment for their disabilities. Consulting with a disability rights attorney would be a good step to understand your rights.
Do you have access to case files
I'm sorry, but as an online service providing general legal information, I don't have access to specific case files. You should contact your attorney or the court for case-specific information.
Or ones that set a precident
Hello ****, while I don't have access to specific case files, I can tell you that precedents do play an important role in the legal system. However, finding a precedent that fits your exact situation can be challenging. An attorney would be best equipped to help with this.