Parents often spend a big chunk of their time in negotiations trying to figure out what sort of custody option suits their family situation best. While many options offer benefits to different types of families in different situations, joint custody is one option that...
If you owe child support, it is very important to understand the penalties you could face if you fail to stay current. Aside from losing your driver's license and potentially facing contempt of court charges, missing child support could impact other aspects of your...
Going through a divorce with children is challenging. You need to ensure that your children will receive the support they need in the present and the future. Part of your considerations should include your child’s education. Unfortunately, your spouse is not obligated...
Single parents could face financial challenges when providing for their children after a divorce. Kids have specific needs that affect how they develop and grow. Those needs may change as they get older. As noted by U.S. News, states issue guidelines for court-ordered...
Experts of divorce often advise parents to work together and try out shared custody situations whenever possible. After all, studies across the globe have shown that this method of parenting causes the least damage and offers the most help to children of divorce. But...
The courts may order parents to pay child support as part of their divorce settlements. In some cases, however, parents may be unable or may refuse to pay. Parents failing to meet their support obligations may affect custodial parents’ ability to provide for their...
If you have to pay child support, or you are getting a divorce and expect to pay support in the near future, you need to go over different issues related to these obligations. Aside from understanding how courts calculate child support and preparing for monthly...
For a while, the child support order you worked out with your former spouse worked well. Recent changes in your life or finances now make you wonder whether to change your child support order. Money Crashers discusses how and when to alter child support. You do not...
Whether you count on child support payments from your ex or you have to make payments, make sure you understand your rights. From pursuing enforcement due to the other parent's failure to pay to paying arrears as a result of falling behind, the way you approach child...
Whether married or not, when parents separate, it can have a detrimental effect on the time they spend with their children. In fact, the National Conference of State Legislators reports that when these splits occur, 70% of parents do not have a court-ordered schedule...
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