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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...
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 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 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...
Many American Indian tribes operate under a form of independent government. This sovereignty seems to be creating difficulties for some mothers who are seeking child support. A recent news report highlights some of the issues California mothers are facing when...
Child support is paid by many parents in California as well as throughout the country. The amount is normally the result of a formal written agreement between the parents or a court order. Payments are designed to contribute to the expenses of a child and are set...
In California, the definition of the modern family is constantly evolving. With blended families and same-sex parents being included in the make-up of many families, child custody cases are becoming increasingly more complex.However, custody is not guaranteed for...
In a California divorce, one issue of overriding concern is the safety of minor children. When warranted, a court will act swiftly to ensure the children are in a nurturing environment free from any threats of harm or arguments between the parents.When there are...
Child custody and visitation cases, whether in California or elsewhere, are among the most difficult and heart wrenching matters in the law. When the parties cannot agree on custody or a visitation schedule, the general applicable legal standard is to decide what is...
Courts typically determine child support payments by utilizing income records. For individuals who neglect to pay child support, courts are authorized to order wage garnishment. Recently, Charlie Sheen learned that a Los Angeles California Superior Court judge had...