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Imputing An Earnings Capacity For Calculating Child Support
The case of State of Oregon v. Vargas, decided March 24, 1999, involved the Appeal of an Order requiring Mr. …
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High Income Exception to Child Support Guidelines
California adopted the Uniform Child Support Guideline in 1992 to establish consistency and fairness in child support determinations. The guideline …
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Child Support Modification in California Explained
Many people are under the mistaken impression that child support is a fixed amount when, in fact, the rate one …
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When Can California Courts Deviate From Child Support Guidelines?
Child support is one of the most critical issues in family law, and California addresses it through the Statewide Uniform …
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Moss v. Superior Court: Child Support Contempt in California
Moss v. Superior Court is a pivotal case decided by the California Supreme Court that clarified critical aspects of contempt …
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Child Support Is Not Properly Paid Into A Trust
After trial, the Court ordered Bruce Shandler to pay to his former wife, Lana Shandler, child support of $3,000.00 per …
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Child Support Defies Biology
In prior articles, I have referenced the potential to have child support ordered when there is not a biological link …
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How to Teach Kids Financial Literacy: Building Self-Control and Savings Habits
Financial literacy is a critical life skill that empowers individuals to make informed decisions about budgeting, saving, and spending. For …
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Calculating Child Support In California
The California legislature adopted an algebraic formula to calculate child support on July 1, 1992. The child support resulting from …
