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“Common Problems With Child Support Arrears” There are actually quite a few ways to end up in arrears on child support, which is never a good thing. It can be hard to climb out of the hole if they build up and the legal rate of 10% interest can make significant additions to the amount owed. Here are some of the most common problems and things to watch out for: 1. Failing to request a...

"How To Share The Holidays When You Share Custody” This is a re-post of some advice for the holidays. It may not seem like it, but Thanksgiving and Christmas are just around the corner. It's time to make plans NOW to avoid problems during the holidays themselves.~2017 The Holidays should be a time of peace and joy, but they can be a battleground in split-custody situations. There are some...

“What Is A Motion to Quash In A Family Law Case?” Although a motion to quash can sometimes refer to a proceeding to dismiss a case because there is already a case for the same issues in a different jurisdiction (such as the same divorce being filed in two different counties, one by each spouse), generally the term is used in reference to a motion filed to quash a subpoena. Subpoenas are used to...

“Witnesses in Custody and Visitation Hearings” Most people believe that having a lot of witnesses to come to court to say what a good parent you are is a key part of your family law hearing. While this CAN be useful in very limited circumstances, most of the time this evidence is simply disregarded by the judge, because most people can find family and friends to say that they are good parents....

“Are Medical Records Admissible In Custody and Visitation Hearings?” Although medical records relating to physical health are requested less often than mental health records, they do become in important in some custody and visitation cases, with one side accusing the other of having physical problems which affect their ability to parent. Medical records showing drug use or positive drugs tests,...

“Enforceability of Custody and Visitation Orders: What To Avoid” Although some people will go through the whole course of their family law case without involving law enforcement to enforce custody or visitation orders, the fact of the matter is that a large proportion of people will have to at some point in time. Because of this, how your orders are worded and made are very important. You have...

Tips and ideas to smooth out the holidays for children in multiple households.

Use of social media posts in family law cases and dangers of some types of posts.

“Evidence To Save For Custody Hearings” If you have a custody hearing, either scheduled currently, or to be scheduled in the future, you need to save certain evidence to present to the judge. Basically, anything that supports your position or shows the behavior of the other party is important. Here is a list of items to think about saving, although you can have other types of documents that...

“Can Psychiatric Records Be Used In Custody and Visitation Hearings?” Mental health can often be a real issue in custody and visitation cases, with one side accusing the other of having mental problems which affect their ability to parent. The conditions can range from simple things like depression, up through bi-polar disorder and more serious psychological conditions. Since this often devolves...