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10 Things To Know About Failing To Pay Child Support In Washington

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Child support is a critical aspect of ensuring the well-being of children after a separation or divorce. In Washington State, the laws are clear about the obligations and consequences associated with failing to pay child support. Here are 10 important things you need to know. 1. Legal Obligation When a court orders child support, it … Continued

If I Make $2,000 A Week How Much Child Support Do I Pay?

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Child support is designed to secure the financial well-being of children following parental divorce or separation. For individuals earning $2,000 per week, understanding how this income affects child support payments is important. Here, we will provide an overview of child support calculations in Colorado, California, and Texas, with considerations for common-law marriage situations. General Principles … Continued

How Is Child Support Calculated In Texas?

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The person who pays child support in Texas is the obligor, and the person receiving child support is the obligee.  In 1989, Texas Legislators introduced statutory “guideline child support”. This sets the percentage of net resources an obligor has to pay based on the total number of children that the obligor must support legally, and … Continued

How Is Child Support Determined In Colorado?

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Child support is the cost a non-custodial parent pays for the care and maintenance of their child. The amount of child support paid by one parent to another is determined by a number of factors, including each parent’s earnings, the cost of raising a child, and time spent with the child. To ensure that parents … Continued

How Child Support Is Calculated In California?

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Child support is a crucial aspect of family law, designed to ensure the well-being of children when their parents separate or divorce. In California, child support calculations follow a structured guideline. Understanding how child support is calculated in the state is essential for both parents involved in such cases. In this comprehensive guide, we will … Continued

The Truth About Avoiding Child Support

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Child support remains a pivotal yet complex aspect of family dynamics, especially post-divorce. In the United States, it's not just a moral obligation but a legal one, impacting the lives of millions of children. This crucial financial responsibility plays a significant role in ensuring the well-being and stability of children in single-parent households. Beyond the … Continued

If I Make $1,000 A Week How Much Child Support Do I Pay?

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Child support is a crucial aspect of family law designed to ensure the financial well-being of children following the separation or divorce of their parents. The determination of child support payments is a process that varies significantly across different states, reflecting variations in living costs, income levels, and legal frameworks. This article focuses on what … Continued

A General Overview of Child Support

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Child support is a common issue in a divorce case with kids. Disputes over child support may significantly impact the co-parenting relationship and will affect the financial circumstances of the parents.  As attorneys, we hear child support horror stories that are misleading or outright incorrect. This misinformation can cause people who are already dealing with … Continued

9 Things to Know About Failing To Pay Child Support In California

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When a child is born in California, both parents are legally obligated to provide financial support for their child's well-being. However, the exact amount of support that each parent should contribute is determined through the establishment of a formal child support order. Failing to adhere to these orders can lead to a cascade of serious … Continued

10 Things to Know About Failing To Pay Child Support In Texas

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Texas does not tolerate parents who refuse or fail to pay child support. Parents that don't follow court orders for payment and willfully neglect their duties can face many consequences. Among these are fines, garnishing wages, license suspension, and even jail time. Here are 10 things you should know about failure to pay child support … Continued

8 Things to Know About Failing to Pay Child Support in Colorado

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Colorado does not tolerate parents who refuse to pay child support or neglect their obligations. There are many repercussions for failing to make child support payments including fines, wage garnishment, license suspension, and even imprisonment. Here are eight things you should know about the non-payment of child support in Colorado. 1. Failing to Pay Can … Continued

How Does the Court Determine Child Support in Fort Collins, CO?

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Child support and child custody are arguably some of the most challenging aspects of a case. In Colorado, as in many parts of the United States, there are laws to ensure children have the financial support of an intact family. Whether parents are, or have been married, or have never been married, the law provides … Continued

10 Steps to Easing the Divorce Process

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Being involved in litigation is difficult regardless of the reason.  Divorce is especially difficult due to there being many moving parts.  Here are 10 steps that may help you navigate through the divorce process.   CALL NOW: (866) 695-0314SCHEDULE YOUR FREE CONSULTATION 1. Build a Support Team It is important to build a group of people to … Continued

Changes To Texas Child Support Calculations

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There was a major change to how child support is calculated in Texas for parents with lower incomes. This article outlines this change while also providing an overall explanation of how the Texas Family Code defines and determines child support payments for non-custodial parents. CALL NOW: (866) 695-0314SCHEDULE YOUR FREE CONSULTATION What is Child Support? … Continued

Navigating Child Support During COVID

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With the latest news from California Governor Gavin Newsome shutting down all “non-essential” businesses starting March 17, 2020, in the six local bay area counties, many parents may be wondering how to keep up with their child support payments during a time of possible unemployment. Some of my clients are lucky enough to be working…

Misconceptions About Child Support in Colorado

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Rather frequently, we’ll get a call from a client who has read an article somewhere about what the law “is”. Because of the information they've come across, they’ll want to pursue an objective, or they’ll formulate an opinion as to their rights. This is particularly common for issues involving child support. Since this issue comes … Continued

Child Support Change Ups

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In any case, involving disputes about parenting time, child support is inevitably one of the issues that will come before the court. Eventually, once all is said and done, in most cases the court will enter a child support order, detailing the obligation that one party owes the other. For whatever reason, as time passes,…

The Nuances Of Child Support

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Cases involving children almost always include child support.  Child support is one of those aspects of family law that everyone seems to “know about”.  However, it’s pretty likely that the extent of your knowledge on the matter is actually fairly limited. This article is directed towards those wanting to know more about the nuance of…