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Child Support
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Family Law Prof Blog
HHS grants DOGE access to child support database, overriding objections
By Family Law
From Washington Post:The Department of Health and Human Services has granted associates of the U.S. DOGE Service access to a sensitive child support database with troves of income data, overriding the…
A Brief Review
When Can a Court Deviate from Child Support Guidelines? Avoiding Reversal on Appeal
By Megan Wade
When awarding child support, Connecticut courts must follow the child support guidelines, which establish a presumptive amount based on the parents’ incomes. A court may deviate from these guidelines, however,…
Minnesota Family Law Blog
Does a Parent Have the Right to Income Withholding Through the Minnesota Child Support Office?
By Jason Brown
Child support is a critical financial resource for children of divorced or separated parents. It ensures that both parents contribute to their child’s well-being and helps cover essential expenses such…
Minnesota Family Law Blog
Can Minnesota Divorce Courts Require Me to Sit for a Vocational Evaluation?
By Jason Brown
Divorce proceedings often involve financial considerations, including spousal maintenance and child support. In cases where one spouse is unemployed or underemployed, Minnesota courts may consider a vocational evaluation to assess…
Manassa Family Law Articles
I Just Got a Raise. Do I Need to Pay More Child Support?
Receiving a raise is often a moment of celebration, a sign of professional progress, and an opportunity for better financial security. However, for parents who pay child support, an increase…
Family Law Prof Blog
$25 Child Support Minimum A Symbol Of ‘Broken’ NY System
By Family Law
From Law 360:In New York City, $25 doesn't go very far when it comes to groceries: You may be able to buy a dozen eggs, a gallon of milk, a…
Canadian Lawyer Mag
NS Supreme Court orders father to pay decades of unpaid child support or face jail
Imprisonment is a severe but warranted measure due to his long history of non-compliance: court
Family
Dad Gets Parenting Time, Mom Not Allowed to Introduce Photos
By Kathryn Owen
Tennessee child support case summary in divorce and family law. Dad entitled to more parenting time, Facebook photos not admitted into evidence. Carrie M. Thompson v. Stephen Matthew Thompson The…
Illinois Divorce Law Blog
Illinois Divorce Lawyer: How is Child Support Now Set in Illinois?
By Michael Roe
The question of child support seems to be a basic question, but one that sometimes causes confusion. It used to be some years ago that the noncustodial parent was obligated…
Family
Dad Must Pay Child Support for Disabled Son, Even After Adulthood
By Kathryn Owen
Tennessee child support case summary in divorce and family law. Dad must pay child support for disabled son after graduation. Jeromy Tyson Ratcliff v. Melody Leann Ratcliff Neal The mother…