Wareham, MA asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Massachusetts

Q: If there is a court investigator assigned to my custody case Can I still file a modification for child support

I am currently on workers comp, I have a court investigation going on due to my ex filing for emergency custody based on made up allegations

1 Lawyer Answer
Lillian J. LaRosa
Lillian J. LaRosa
Answered
  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Woburn, MA
  • Licensed in Massachusetts

A: Yes, you can still file a Modification of child support if there is a material change in income and the new Guidelines would result in a change in the amount of child support. Bear in mind that there is an issue as to whether the fact of your workers compensation payments not being taxed results in a same or higher income on your end.

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