If you are receiving child support and start a relationship with a new boyfriend, your ex-husband may try to say that your boyfriend’s income should be factored into the child support equation. Is he right? While there is currently no law in place that says that your significant other’s income … [Read more...]
Can a Mother Cancel Child Support in Texas? Find Out How
If you're wondering, "can mother cancel child support in Texas?", you're not alone. Many parents in Texas face changing life situations where the question of modifying or even stopping child support arises. In Texas, child support is meant to help provide financial stability for children when … [Read more...]
Consequences & Solutions: Not Paying Child Support in Texas
Unemployment numbers are affecting parents’ ability to pay their child support in Texas. Child support laws in Texas can send a non-paying parent to jail for up to 6 months or even longer. A Dallas child support lawyer may be able to assist you in possibly modifying your child support orders to meet … [Read more...]
Modifying Payments for Child Support in Texas
For most cases, attorneys, family courts, and parents determine the appropriate amount of child support in Texas using a state-supported child support calculator. If for some reason, you or your ex want to modify the support payments, you can you speak to a Texas family law lawyer to discuss how to … [Read more...]
Does Child Support Increase If Salary Increases?
Does a salary increase mean increased child support? This common question arises as parents navigate financial obligations after separation or divorce. Understanding how a salary increase affects child support payments is important for both parents involved. This article … [Read more...]
When Does Child Support End in Texas?
Child support in Texas can feel like a maze of court orders, laws, and changing family needs. If you're a parent asking, "When does child support end in Texas?" you're not alone. The answer depends on Texas law, the child's age, and specific situations like high school graduation or a mental … [Read more...]
Does Paying Health Insurance Reduce Child Support in Texas?
As an experienced family law attorney here in Texas, I know the details of child support arrangements can get confusing—especially when life changes. That’s why I got a call from Edward after his ex-wife made a career change and lost her employer-paid health insurance. “Chris, things were … [Read more...]
Can I Get Back Child Support If I Never Filed? A Texas Family Law Attorney’s Guide
Raising a child alone while unpaid support piles up can feel crushing. I’ve seen many Texas parents walk into my office with years of receipts in hand. They wonder if they’ve missed their chance to collect child support because they never filed. Many parents are not aware that they may have the … [Read more...]
What Does Child Support Cover in Texas?
At its core, child support is a legally mandated payment made by one parent to the other to assist in covering the costs associated with raising a child. However, separated parents often disagree about how child support payments should be spent. If you are paying child support, you may disagree with … [Read more...]
Can Parents Agree to No Child Support in Texas? Exploring Options
Child support is a crucial aspect of family law in Texas. It is designed to ensure children's needs are met after their parents separate or divorce. But can parents agree to no child support in Texas? This question often arises when couples are navigating separation and trying to find amicable … [Read more...]
