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In the context of family law, imputation of income is a pivotal concept used by courts to ensure fair and …

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The case of State of Oregon v. Vargas, decided March 24, 1999, involved the Appeal of an Order requiring Mr. …

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In Marriage of Kacik, the parties had a 16 year marriage. Wife was found to have the ability to earn …

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Most divorcing couples who have minor children at the time of commencement of their divorce proceedings, share the common concern …

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Parties in a pending or post-dissolution environment who have obtained a child support order often do not receive payments due …

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California adopted the Uniform Child Support Guideline in 1992 to establish consistency and fairness in child support determinations. The guideline …

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On October 21, 2004, the state of California was faced for the first time with the question of whether an …

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Many people are under the mistaken impression that child support is a fixed amount when, in fact, the rate one …

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Years ago, when I was Bar Mitzvahed, the accepted way to begin your speech in the synagogue was “Today I …

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Child support in California is not limited to wages or employment-based income. Courts have the authority to consider broader financial …

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Child support is one of the most critical issues in family law, and California addresses it through the Statewide Uniform …

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Paternity cases carry enormous weight in family law because they affect both the rights of children and the responsibilities of …

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When a party fails to pay court-ordered child, spousal, or family support, contempt of court is a powerful legal remedy …

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Moss v. Superior Court is a pivotal case decided by the California Supreme Court that clarified critical aspects of contempt …

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Financial literacy is a critical life skill that empowers individuals to make informed decisions about budgeting, saving, and spending. For …

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Navigating child support modifications in California can be challenging, especially when a parent’s financial circumstances change significantly. California law holds …

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