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1 Answer | Asked in Child Support, Social Security and Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: Can child support take my back pay from ssi

I'm owed back pay for disability can child support take it

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answered on Mar 2, 2024

Okay - let's analyze whether child support can take back pay from SSI (Supplemental Security Income) disability benefits. Typically a few key factors come into play here:

- SSI back pay is generally protected from creditors and debt collection to some extent. So child support may be...
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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: What is standard arrangement of custody for two parents in different states with special needs child.

My 2.5 yo has spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy and autism. I have sole custody with visits at my discretion. Dad hasn’t seen child since 2021 and has called 6 times in over three months. Got served with child support and asked me to have someone adopt him so he could signs rights away and get... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Dec 13, 2023

If you already have sole custody, it is highly unlikely he is going to be able to change that bc the standard of proof is a high threshold. Additionally, if you have been living in your state for more than six months, any custody action should be brought where you and the child reside. You are... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Child Support, Family Law, Adoption and Child Custody for Kentucky on
Q: If a parent voluntarily signs away rights for their child to be adopted can their child support be forgiven

If the adoptive parent consents when the bio parent is a over $4000 behind

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answered on Nov 27, 2023

When a parent surrenders their parental rights, they are essentially giving up all of their rights and responsibilities to the child. This includes the right to have contact with the child, the right to make decisions about the child's upbringing, and the right to receive child support from... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: Do you have to file a response to every motion filed against you?
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answered on Sep 22, 2023

In Kentucky, as in many jurisdictions, you generally do not have to respond to every motion filed against you, but choosing not to respond could have consequences. When a motion is filed, it usually sets forth a legal argument or request that the court will consider. If you do not file a response,... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: Does filing first for custody and has physical custody mean that parent will win their custody wants?

Non-married parents. previous case with cabinet but ended with custody returned to both parties, with no parenting schedule. M. has had child majority of time til about 1 year where time was split equal. But we are going to court and I didnt file first and now our child is in his physical custody.... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Aug 27, 2023

No. Filing first simply means you filed first. The custody will always be decided on the merits snd never on who filed first.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: Can a court order back child support over an existing court order?

My ex wife and I had an agreement in our decree that I would pay any child care expenses related to babysitting. He's getting older now and we both agree that a regular child support payment is needed. Can the court order back child support over the existing court order?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 7, 2022

Could they? Yes. Would they, most likely not. Best practice would be for you and ex to sign an agreed order as to the new terms. The courts generally do not tamper with agreements of the parties unless they are patently unfair.

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: If I am the noncustodial parent and cs had never been enforced would I be held liable for rearages if cps got involved?

We have always been on mutual terms and I have paid my share of health and wellness and provided necessities for the child.

Taniesa Velez
Taniesa Velez
answered on Nov 6, 2022

If you have been paying child support to the other parent, ensure you have statements of proof (bank statements, money transfer app statements, etc). A parent is finically responsible for their child. CPS involvement does not change that.

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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: Is there a legal time frame that custodial parent has to send medical bills to noncustodial parent?

Child’s medical expenses are split 50/50 between custodial and noncustodial parent.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Feb 14, 2024

Generally, customary pts give is 30 days after receipt although this can differ by order or agreement.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: 12/2018, awarded $500/mth per Judge. Son is soon 11; I did not file with support office. Father w/no contact for 2-3 yrs

What are my options? I am sole provider. Please advise

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 22, 2024

File a motion for contempt and to collect the judgment against father.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: Do I have a better chance of getting more child support if I use an attorney?

My husband and I are separated and he's moving out next week. We have a 6 year old and he has a 17 year old from a previous marriage that he pays child support on. Do I need to spend the extra money for an attorney to get the most child support or is that a waste of money? Thanks!

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jan 6, 2024

You should final a reasonably priced, competent family law attorney to help you get the most money you can.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Adoption, Child Custody and Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: If I talk to the birth mom about relinquishing rights to her daughter so I can adopt her

Can I tell her I will see about getting her child support and back support forgiven or would that be coercion I’ve had permanent custody almost 2 years and the child’s been with me 3 years

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 28, 2023

You have to be very careful with this type of thing. You should have your lawyer broach this issue with her rather than doing it yourself.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: My youngest turns 18 next month can I sign a paper to forget about back pay child support for my ex husband
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 28, 2023

Possibly. You probably should try to do it as an agreed order with ex if that is what you really want to do.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: If the courts gave me one year for child support is my back child support paid
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Nov 5, 2023

Depends on how much you owed and how much you paid.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: Background

Can your part criminal records be used as evidence in family court .

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 20, 2023

Yes indeed. Absolutely.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody and Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: Is it that rasy to get sole custody?

Addicted parent, other going for sole custody. But both parents are fit. One just relapsed. What can they do to fight that they are unfit or at least fit as well for joint

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 20, 2023

Very difficult to get sole custody anymore. Joint custody is probable.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: Proving someone’s character/custody

When a person has a LONG list of convictions, currently on parole, prior charges that were also violent. Including wanton on officer 1st. What’s some evidence to show a judge that someone may not be the one who is “Best Interest” They lied on 2 Motions filed, lied about my appear (hair color)... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Oct 16, 2023

Your lawyer will be able to explain everything he needs for you to hopefully win the case.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law and Child Support for Kentucky on
Q: If I win millions on a lottery prize in Kentucky, will that affect my husband's current child support order?

The original order was filed in Georgia & the mother now lives in another state.

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 11, 2023

No. It will not affect his child support order.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: when filing for custody, if it is not mentioned in original petition, can it be used against you in court?

original petiton states they should get custody, but never states that the other is unfit nor why they shouldnt have custody. so when we go to court and the judge ask why one isnt fit, can they use arguments not listed in original petiton against the responsdent?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 6, 2023

Yes. The custody petition is a summary notice document. It need not ci rain each and every fact upon which the request is based. The underlying facts are then developed through discovery.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Family Law for Kentucky on
Q: How can i prove that my exs new spouse is detrimental to my child and mine relationship?

Theyve been together not long at all and now live together too. But when i had to leave my daughter with my ex for a couple months she started real quick on thats her family and ecen my ex says their son. What do i do? The new spouse is trying to come on too strong and my ex has never respected the... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Sep 3, 2023

Get the kids I to counseling and therapy immediately to address these issues. Then, your therapist can testify for you in court.

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