When people least expect it, life circumstances can arise that place them in a precarious financial situation. For people without children, it is easier to find a solution to these situations because they do not have to worry about providing for kids. For Ohio parents...
child support
Can you use child support for day care?
Your ex pays you child support. Since you got a new job with a new schedule, you do not have time to watch the children every day. You want to use some of the child support money to pay for day care so that you can go to work.However, your ex thinks this is unfair....
Here is a glimpse at how Ohio handles child support calculations
If you are a parent, one of your biggest concerns during divorce is determining who will receive custody of the children. Next to that, you may worry about how to cover the cost of raising your children following your marital breakup.Determining how to handle child...
Does remarrying change child support?
You and your ex divorced five years ago, with a one-year-old child. Your ex got custody and you were told to pay child support. You did so diligently for years, but now your ex has moved on. He or she is getting remarried this summer. The person your ex is marrying...
‘Most wanted’ deadbeat parent arrested after 20 years
Child support is an obligation the state places on parents of children when the adults end their relationship. The action might be prompted by divorce. In some cases, the parents aren't married, but parenthood has been established and the assignment of child support...
State’s options for enforcing child support
Under Ohio law, the presumption on the behalf of every child is that both parents bear a duty of support to the youngster until age 18. This applies whether the adults are married or not. That being the case, the expectation is that both parents will provide financial...
Changing child support amounts amid life’s ups and downs
Some people thrive amid change. Most we venture to suggest, however, would rather maintain a certain level of routine in their lives. Unfortunately, there are usually elements over which we have little or no control. This can prove to be a particular concern for...
What do I do if I dispute child support enforcement actions?
Child support is a serious matter. Significant life situations like divorce or being a single parent puts strain on adults, but they also seriously affect children. The state isn't in a position to provide the emotional support that children require for positive...
Explaining the uses of child support
Child support is an important part of any child custody case. One parent will be required to issue payments to the other parent on a regular basis. Those payments can be used for just about anything when it comes to raising the children. But, what exactly can they be...
Are the child support calculators available online accurate?
As a parent, you want to do everything you can to help your child grow up happy and healthy. You want to give them a memorable childhood and a bright future. You want to support them in their endeavors, whether they are sports, music, dance, arts or another...