Spousal support, also known as alimony or maintenance, is a legal obligation in which one spouse provides financial support to the other spouse during or after a divorce or separation. The purpose of spousal support is to ensure that both spouses can maintain a...
Child And Spousal Support
When to request child support adjustments in California
Child support plays an important role in ensuring the well-being of children following the separation or divorce of their parents. However, life circumstances change for many reasons, which may affect the financial situation of a parent paying child support....
The impact of job loss on child support in California
Job loss is a life event that affects various aspects of an individual's life, including familial responsibilities. According to the Office of Child Support Services, in 2022, child support payments collected in the U.S. totaled $30.5 billion. In California, where...
Support considerations for children who have special needs
Divorce or separation becomes even more complex when you have a child with special needs. California child support laws ensure that both parents contribute to the child's financial needs. Families should keep key considerations in mind when negotiating a support...
How California calculates child support
California has clear guidelines and a specific formula for calculating child support payments. These laws ensure the well-being of children when parents separate or divorce. Understanding the child support calculation process can help you create a solid financial plan...
Losing your tax refund due to unpaid child support
From license suspension to passport denial, it is crucial to understand the penalties you could face if you do not stay current on child support. In fact, you could even lose your federal tax refund if you fall behind on these obligations. The interception of your tax...
Licenses you could lose over back child support
From the loss of your job to a sudden health crisis, financial hurdles could enter your life for countless reasons. Unfortunately, if you owe child support, these challenges could make it hard to stay caught up. Falling behind on your child support could lead to even...
Could missing child support payments jeopardize your passport?
It is crucial to recognize the wide variety of challenges that you could face if you miss child support payments, from license suspension to the threat of time behind bars. In addition, you should look into the possibility of passport denial or revocation and...
Job loss and your child support order
If you recently lost your job or you worry about this happening in the near future, it is critical to understand your options if you owe child support. Finding yourself out of work could generate significant stress if you cannot stay current on child support, and...
What are the types of spousal support in California?
Spousal support is a payment made by one person to a former spouse. The court orders this payment during the divorce proceedings. Not every situation will result in spousal support because the court generally awards it based on need. For that reason, there are two...