Child Support
Sherri Shepherd’s ex-husband seeks increase in child support
California residents who have been following Sherri Shepherd's custody case may be interested to learn that her former husband, Lamar Sally, is fighting for more child support. The former couple has a son, now 2 years old, who was born via surrogacy after they...
Child support and single parents in California
Studies have shown that children are increasingly being born into single parent homes, and other research also indicates that a lack of resources may lead to significant problems for them. About 40 percent of children around the country are born to parents who are not...
Possible change in child support obligations for prisoners
While California already allows modification of child support payments if necessary for people who are incarcerated, the Obama administration is moving to make it possible for prisoners in all states to change their child support obligations when they are behind bars....
Child support calculations are based on income
Like many other states, California uses the income shares model to calculate child support orders. If two divorced or separated parents cannot reach a child support agreement outside of court, a judge will calculate monthly child support payments using both parents'...
Stevie J going to court for $1 million child support debt
California residents who are fans of musician Stevie J may have read that the "Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta" star will be going to trial for a child support issue. He reportedly owes back child support totaling $1.1 million for his 18-year-old son and 17-year-old...
How child support is calculated in California
California Family Code Section 4055 sets forth child support guidelines that the court and the state's Department of Child Support Services must follow. The law also provides a mathematical formula for calculating child support amounts. The most important elements of...
When will my child support payments end?
Being a parent is a lifelong role. But it is also a role that changes constantly. Parental duties and responsibilities can shift considerably as a child grows and his or her needs change. Depending on the age of a child, a parent may need to be a provider,...
Missing support payments? Consider your options for enforcement
Divorce can be a bitter, painful process. Thankfully, it doesn't last forever and there will be a time when the divorce proceedings are not a regular and pervasive part of your day. For the most part, the issues of a divorce can be resolved and you won't have to deal...
If child support is just a calculation, why do I need a lawyer?
Under California law, both parents have an obligation to provide financial support their children, but only one parent actually writes the check for practical reasons. All courts across California use the same child support guidelines, with the same factors, to...
What are the penalties for failing to pay child support?
Parents generally understand the importance of being involved in their child's life. They know that their physical, emotional and financial support is crucial to the well-being of their child and take that responsibility very seriously.However, there are times when a...