Domestic violence is a serious problem in the United States. Many studies on domestic violence imply that it is a problem mostly affecting women and that perpetrators are usually male. The problem with these kinds of studies is that they…
One of the key findings of a 2003 study by the Urban Institute on behalf of the California Department of Child Support Services was that most parents who don’t pay the court ordered amount of child support are simply unable…
There can be all kinds of reasons why families don’t stay together, and sometimes they never get together in the first place. Whatever the situation you have found yourself in, if you have children they will need support. That can…
With California’s child support laws being among the strictest and most complex in the United States, there are many potential problems that can arise for parents as a result. For example, in certain situations it is possible for the non-biological…
A military family divorce brings up several unique issues. Understanding the complex issues behind a military divorce will help you make better decisions for fairer outcomes. Here are some of the most common issues. Remember, a military divorce is not…
It is the legal obligation of parents to support their children. This rings true for parents whether they are married or divorced. In most cases, when parents split up, one parent has to pay child support to the other. As…





