The respondent father brought a motion to amend his pleadings and re-open a partially heard summary judgment motion to file further evidence.
He sought to add claims for joint custody, child support, and a restraining order.
The court found no evidentiary basis for joint custody or child support claims, noting the father was not the primary caregiver and the parties could not communicate.
The court permitted the father to amend his pleadings solely to advance a claim for access, as it was in the child's best interests to have a relationship with both parents.
The court also adjusted temporary child support to reflect the father's updated income.
