When a divorcing couple has children, the court often orders child support to ensure the well-being of those children after the divorce. Although child support is commonly recognized, there are many misconceptions that can lead to confusion and uncertainty. When you...
Florida family court recognizes that circumstances can change, and people sometimes need to modify a child support order. Either parent may request a modification, but they must present evidence that the change is necessary, and there are specific situations in which...
As a parent who owes child support, you could face different hardships. Whether you struggle to make payments on time as a result of financial challenges or you have already fallen behind, it is crucial to understand your options (such as creating a payment plan or...
If you finished Florida divorce proceedings a few years ago and worked out the kinks of a parenting plan, you may believe that going to court is in the past. However, now that you have teenagers, current child support no longer covers expenses. As a result, you may go...
Child support is an obligation of both parents. In general, if a child lives mostly with one parent, the other parent will help supplement the costs of raising and caring for the child through child support. The court determines the amount of child support through...
The divorce process has its complexities, but having children complicates things further. No matter when the courts finalize the divorce, it is reasonable to assume that you or your ex-spouse has child support payments to make to the other. Once the courts decide on...
Anyone can easily fall behind in child support payments. When this happens, most people will work to pay off arrears quickly. However, if you have a situation where your child's other parent owes you a large amount of back support, you may be waiting a long time to...
If you are struggling because of unpaid child support, you likely face different challenges. Aside from anxiety or even depression, you could have a hard time paying bills, buying food for your children or providing them with the supplies and resources they need. If...
In most child custody cases, women are the sole or primary custodial parent. Despite increasing participation in the workforce and the fact that women, on average, are more highly educated than men, women still make less money. This holds true even for women in...
As this economic downturn continues, the attorneys and staff at Rubinstein & Holz are here to assist. If you are obligated to pay child support or alimony and your income has decreased due to an involuntary change in your job or income status, such as termination,...