When you get married in Texas, you not only come together as one as a couple but also financially. Every income (salary), investment, business, and debt that you acquire belongs to you both. As such, your divorce will probably be the largest financial transaction in...
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Senate passes Native American child support enforcement bill
Noncustodial parents in Texas and around the country who fail to meet their child support obligations face consequences that range from being held in contempt of court to losing their driving privileges. The U.S. Department of the Treasury can also withhold any income...
Can child support be used toward medical payments in Texas?
Texas family courts have ruled that child support can be used toward medical payments. Suppose a child is not sufficiently covered by medical insurance, and the burden is too high for the custodial parent. Child support payments can be used to alleviate all or part of...
Consequences for unpaid child support
Children in Texas tend to enjoy a better childhood when they receive support from both their parents. The state recognizes this support as every child's right, and the attorney general's office takes measures to ensure that non-custodial parents keep up with their...
Do you have to pay child support if you can’t afford it?
If you lose your job in Texas, you might not be able to make your monthly child support payments. It might be safe to assume that you can put your payments on hold until you get back on your feet. On the contrary, you might end up with serious legal troubles if you...
Tips for obtaining back child support payments
Noncustodial Texas parents are required to comply with a child support order until it is modified or terminated. If your child's other parent willfully fails to meet his or her obligation, it may be possible to take legal action to obtain back payments. Child support...