You don't. If they later go on Welfare, you will still be ordered to pay.
In New York, child support is typically calculated based on the income of the paying parent and not a one-time lump sum of money. However, if the lump sum significantly affects the parent's financial situation, a court may consider it in determining child support obligations. It is best to consult with a family law attorney for specific advice in your situation.
Yes, if that is what is stipulated in the child support order issued by the court.
The courts must approve any waiver or settlement of back child support. This is because, strictly speaking, the money is for the child, not you.
You really can't, usually the person paying support can work out a deal with the agency. A judge can't force a person to pay a lump sum.
Yes, but you must go through your state to get it.
Yes, unless it is owed to the State as reimbursement for assistance furnished to the child[ren].
no
The court should certainly take a PI settlement into account.
cannot be
You will have to pass that information through the court system where the child support was ordered to see how the payment will be credited.AnswerNo. Arrears are a separate issue from regular child support. Payment of arrears does not affect the current child support order.
For child support, yes they can take it from you. Or atleast some of it depending on how much you owe and how much it is.
Not for child support as circumstances change and Welfare can override any such order.
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