There is perhaps nothing as frightening as being in an abusive relationship, whether it is in California or elsewhere. Though someone may want to get out, they often don't know how and fear for their own safety as well as that of their children and others. Often the...
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Year: 2011
Child support woes for actor Corey Feldman
Although Corey Feldman was a popular actor a few decades ago (California movie fans may remember him from his role in "Goonies"), he hasn't seen much screen time in recent years. He's clearly not in the same financial situation that he was in his heyday, as evidenced...
Actor’s wife files for divorce
California movie fans may be familiar with actor James Marsden from his roles in the "X-Men" movies and the movie-musical "Hairspray." He is also the voice of Fred in the animated motion picture "Hop." Now the actor is gaining attention for his divorce. Marsden's...
Judge orders man to pay $62,000 in child support
A 42-year-old California man was recently ordered to pay $62,000 in back child support payments and sentenced to five years probation. Additionally, The South Lake Tahoe, California, resident will have to keep up with current monthly payments owed to his daughter's...
Rapper Swizz Beatz and ex reach child support settlement
After months of legal wrangling in court, famous hip-hop artist Swizz Beatz and his Russian ex-girlfriend have reached a settlement concerning their 3-year-old daughter. A judge in a Manhattan family court sealed the deal, which includes $42,000 in legal fees in...
Mel Gibson, ex-girlfriend settle child support battle
In a child support battle, it is important for the feuding parents to put the needs of the child ahead of their own for the sake of the health and well-being of the child. In a recent celebrity case, Mel Gibson has been ordered to pay $750,000 in child support to...
‘Teen Mom’ star in child custody battle
When the parents of a minor child split up and custody is at stake, it is most often the father and his counsel who play defense while the mother and her lawyer play offense. This makes sense considering custody is more often awarded to the mother. But in a developing...
Child support a dilemma regarding Native American parents
When considering child support in California involving a Native American tribe, things can get complicated. What happens concerning child support when a Native American has a baby with an American and the couple subsequently separate?If the American is the custodial...
Child support arrest nets former basketball star
Child support continues to make headlines across our country, a result of difficult financial times. However, while the economy has been difficult on everyone, children still need to eat and have a roof over their heads. Child support in California and other states is...
Civil Unions and Domestic Partnerships
Civil Unions and Domestic Partnerships While many states were passing legislation banning marriage between same-sex couples, Virginia's legislature passed a law protecting couples of the same gender. The protection is called a civil union, and gives same-sex couples...