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I'm providing the home and paying all the bills in this house and buying extra for our daughter when she needs it
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answered on Apr 19, 2019
The child support order will remain in place unless and until you change it. You need to speak with an attorney about modifying the order.
answered on Apr 14, 2019
According to your statement, the divorce decree says "age appropriate devices." It's probably a safe bet that telephone qualifies, but it depends on what your judge defines such devices as appropriate at certain ages. You should consult with an attorney for a better opinion based... View More 
Do they go back to mediation?
What happens if the other party never responds to the motion?
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answered on Apr 11, 2019
There isn't a simple answer to that question. A variety of things can happen after a Motion to Set Aside. Sometimes, the parties settle with or without mediation, sometimes they just to trial.
Child support lien was $19,000 it was changed to $10,000 they have been taking my income taxes every since and have been made to pay weekly back child support. Have all the proof.
answered on Apr 10, 2019
This is not a forum to solicit representation. You need to start contacting lawyers in the area where your order is.
I am filing online. My spouse and I have agreed on an amount to be paid for child support. If we both agree, do we have to fill out the worksheet and go by the standard amount given by the state, or can I just pay what we agree upon?
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answered on Apr 9, 2019
Yes, a child support worksheet is required in all divorce cases.
I have had same job for 5almost 6years he's had several got fired shop lifting and was in jail and he says im u. Steady
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answered on Apr 9, 2019
It sounds like you need to consult with an attorney about your case. If he got temporary custody, then he had some evidence to present to the judge that supported that. You will need to hire an attorney to make sure both sides are fully being heard.
My ex wife filed for a modification of child support on the grounds that I received a promotion and my increase in income presents a substantial change of condition to warrant a modification of child support. I have received a promotion, but I’m only making about $6000 more per year. I just... View More
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answered on Apr 9, 2019
That does not appear to be a substantial change that would result in an increase in support. You can simply say that you only make $500 per month more, so there isn't a change that would allow you to pay more child support.
I'm assuming because he's offering money now that he has received case documents. I'm sure he's just trying to put something on the books to show he has paid something but I want to know how does he benefit if I receive any funds from him pending the CP case
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answered on Apr 7, 2019
Yes, you should accept the child support. Just let the office know how much you received.
She has not allowed me to see the child since her birth, and dodges me anytime I try to arrange it. I stopped helping her out after I caught on to her avoiding me. After a month of avoiding any advances by me to see the child, she is now asking for money. Am I required to send her anything without... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2019
You are required to support your child, regardless if she allows you to see your child. If you want parenting time rights, you must file for legitimation. Failure to pay any support for at least 30 days may result in criminal charges of abandonment.
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answered on Apr 4, 2019
Child support is based on your full income, which includes both jobs. Once the amount is fixed, they will take out the amount owed. If there is an arrears, that might be taken out as well.
I am incarcerated, got a letter from the Macon Ga office saying about a month ago that my debt was $5000, now as of today it says online that I owe $7896.29?? Why is it going up?? my lawyer at court had me sign a paper so it wouldn't go up as long as I was incarcerated.
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answered on Apr 3, 2019
Child support continues to accrue even when incarcerated.
My boyfriend has 3 kids and 3 baby mothers the 2 oldest kids stay with him There is no court order and they mom is not on child support they just live with him. His 3rd child stay with her mom and he pays her child support. Can he take her back to court because the other 2 kids aren’t really... View More
answered on Apr 3, 2019
If there has been a change in his financial circumstances since the entry of the child support order, he may qualify for a modification of the present order. He should consult with an attorney to discuss his options.
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answered on Apr 2, 2019
You should talk to an attorney about filing a modification.
or modify the parenting plan? The court order has bee followed and child support is being paid.
answered on Apr 1, 2019
DCSS cannot change or modify the parenting plan. They can file to modify support though. If this happens, contact an attorney.
Will the judge take that into consideration when determining my income
answered on Apr 1, 2019
No to most of what you are asking because most of what you mentioned has nothing to do with income and everything to do with expenses. If you have another child support order in place, or guardianship over another child in your household, this may affect your income by reducing it by the amount... View More
I’m a veteran with disabilities and my ex-wife is living with her mother and refuse to find a job. Divorce decree indicates we have to pay child support based on our potential income. We have 50/50 custody of the kids.
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answered on Mar 27, 2019
You have to pay what the divorce decree says you have to pay.
I thought you could only have one support order. My kids are grown now and I'm almost done paying Michigan b
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answered on Mar 24, 2019
No one can answer this question without reviewing your court orders. You need to consult with an attorney.
Dad pays for health insurance, medical bills, and child care. Does he still need to pay mom child support?
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answered on Mar 24, 2019
It's possible. Disparity of incomes is also a factor in determining child support. 50/50 custody doesn't always eliminate child support.
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answered on Mar 12, 2019
Yes.
They have had a court order set in 2016 saying she is the custodial parent and he gets the kids half of the time and pay child support to her, in 2017 we moved in together and she asked if the kids could live with us full time so from July 2017 to current the kids been living with us completely... View More
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answered on Mar 12, 2019
If the court order wasn't changed, he owes her the full child support. He needs to start making payments and exhaust all efforts to pay the money he owes. He also needs to hire an attorney and file for the modification to stop the payments, have her pay him and to change custody.
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