Category Archives: Child Support
Negotiating Child Support In Fort Lauderdale? Make Sure These Costs Are Covered
Child support is a major issue with unmarried couples and those going through the process of divorce. There are formulas the court follows to determine a fair and reasonable amount, but these still provide room for negotiations. One of the biggest issues concerns making sure all costs are covered and included in financial disclosures…. Read More »
New Bill Proposes Child Support Should Start At Conception
The recent overturning of federal abortion laws has created major controversy. While some hail it as a victory, others see it as a major setback. Both sides generally agree that it should not be on the mother alone to assume all parental responsibilities. A new bill, which is sponsored in part by Florida Senator… Read More »
Nearly Half Of All Parents Not Getting Child Support: Are You One Of Them?
Child support payments in Fort Lauderdale prevent single and divorced parents from having to shoulder the financial burden of providing for children on their own. Unfortunately, nearly half of all parents do not receive the child support they are entitled to. If you are one of them, find out some of the options available…. Read More »
How Can I Get Child Support If The Other Parent Refuses To Work?
Parents have a legal duty to provide for their children, regardless of whether they are living in the same home. Unfortunately, many people fail to make regular payments. Child support enforcement is one of the biggest issues dealt with in the Florida family courts. Collecting payments that you and your child are entitled to… Read More »
Penalties For Not Paying Child Support In Florida
Child support plays an important role in making sure children of divorced or single parents are provided for. These payments help in meeting daily expenses, such as for food, clothing, and shelter, as well as in making sure the child has what they need in regards to school and recreational activities. When a parent… Read More »
Child Support Complications Due To COVID-19
Child support in Fort Lauderdale helps to ensure your child has what they need. Getting a court order for child support helps to ensure this financial obligation gets paid. Unfortunately, some parents still refuse to pay while others suffer job losses or other issues that impact their ability. This has become increasingly common during… Read More »
Child Support and Unemployment
Despite ongoing concerns over COVID-19, Florida is slowly beginning to bounce back financially. While plenty of businesses have reopened throughout the Fort Lauderdale area, there are still many that remain closed on either a temporary or permanent basis. High unemployment numbers take a heavy toll on families. At a time when child support payments… Read More »
Answers To Questions About Child Support Amidst The Coronavirus Pandemic
Child support payments help to ensure children are provided for in cases where parents are divorced or otherwise no longer living together. Typically, obtaining a child support order and making sure it is enforced through the courts is a fairly clear cut process. With the current situation surrounding the coronavirus pandemic, not only is… Read More »
Including Health Care Costs In Your Child Support
Whether you are an unmarried parent or one going through a divorce, making sure any children from the relationship have what they need is a top priority. There are numerous factors to consider in child support proceedings. In addition to ensuring they are provided for in regards to food, clothing, shelter, and educational expenses,… Read More »
Five Frequently Asked Questions About Child Support
Child support plays a crucial role in ensuring your child’s basic living costs are met and that they have what they need to be happy and healthy. By law, parents are required to provide support for their child and we help to ensure this obligation is met. The following are frequently asked questions we… Read More »