Q: Child support unique situation. I intend to avoid knowing reprecussions.
Non-married, child. 12/15 breakup. Verbal agreement 50/50 sharing. I paid for 80%+ of food, toys, clothing, etc. Everything good. They popped another child out 10/16 and another one 10/17 with partner. Bad financial management led to them getting evicted, 03/18. Provided ex and children a roof over heads. While ex went out and got drunk and smoked pot, I took care of kids. I found out ex stole my CCs and spent thousands on. Stole my tablet, kitchen pans, all my sons clothes, etc. Tried stealing car after I allowed ex to borrow it. One day ex took off with child, 05/18. No idea where. Slipped into grief and depression, sucicidal but didn't tell anyone. No family nearby to checkup. Found out sometime in 2019 ex left state. 09/19 I moved to TN for family support. Found out 10/19, ex moved back to FL. Now threatens child support FL. Self employed LLc TN, gated private residence, no trespassing, never leave home really. How likely does ex have a chance of succeeding in support if I avoid?
A: If you are sued by your ex for child support and are properly served, and then you fail to respond, be it in Tenn. or Fla., you'll likely end up with some kind of default order against you. Which can lead to further issues. Best not to ignore lawsuits if one is filed--things usually just get worse. You'd be wise to consult counsel.
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