Nearly 40% of children in the United States are born outside of marriage, according to recent statistics. As a result, there is an increasing number of single parents navigating difficult circumstances regarding child support, paternity, and custody. If you’ve recently had a child, you may need financial support from the other parent, but you may […]
Child support can feel overwhelming, confusing, and even scary. If you’re going through a divorce and being told you must pay, you might wonder—what is it even for? Does it actually make a difference? It’s normal to have questions or doubts about how it works and where the money goes, but child support means more […]
When it comes to child support in Massachusetts, the income of both parents plays a significant role. If you find yourself in a situation where the other parent refuses to work, you might wonder if you can still receive child support. Fortunately, Massachusetts law provides an option for judges to consider such scenarios. In this […]