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Washington residents who come into the custody of their minor relatives face a lot of challenges. These hardships can be compounded by the age and income status of the residents taking custody. However, different financial programs exist that can ease some of the...
When a marriage ends, there are often many questions about child support. Each parent may wonder if they will have to pay, or if they will receive payments. The answer to this question is not always simple, as each family's situation is unique. In general, courts want...
The role of a guardian is delicate and requires competent people to follow up on government reporting. Those who are already credentialed as guardians only need to make adjustments during their next reporting letter. The new laws governing guardianships in Washington...
Child support is all about a child's well-being and distinguishing between wants and needs. There are specific guidelines that parents can use as a starting point when navigating child support. What child support covers In general, child support covers child-related...
The state of Washington determines child support by using a specific formula. The courts base this formula on your current financial situation. However, your life changes. Will that change impact your child support payments? Court orders Your child support will not...
The loss of a job, an unexpected injury or illness, and any other number of factors may cause you to fall behind on child support, even though you want to provide for your child. As a consequence of failing to make your court-ordered payments, however, the state’s...
Determining how to allocate child support payments is often one of the most worrisome aspects of the divorce process for both custodial and noncustodial parents. Washington law has guidelines and exceptions for child support that are specific to the state. Learning...
As a parent facing divorce, one of your biggest concerns likely is the amount of monthly child support you will receive or have to pay. In Washington, as in all other states, both parents have the obligation to support their children. In cases of divorce, the...
A state attorney general's office in another state says it is ready to prosecute three cases involving fathers who are accused of failing in their court-ordered responsibilities to financially provide for their children. Each of the three men has been arrested and...
Washington parents who divorce often encounter challenges regarding child-related issues, such as custody, financial support or other family matters. Those whose goal is to develop an amicable co-parent relationship may want to follow the example of numerous Hollywood...
