Q: Why is child support paused when one requests a modification? How is support determined with commision paying job?
A: In Louisiana, child support may be temporarily paused during a modification request to allow the court time to review the current financial situations of both parents and to ensure that the new child support amount reflects any changes in income, including commissions. For parents with commission-based jobs, child support is determined by averaging their income over a reasonable period to establish a consistent monthly income figure. This process ensures the child support amount is fair and reflects the parent's actual earning capacity, considering the fluctuating nature of commission payments.
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