Not currently under statutory provisions, but can be introduced as a potential argument as a part of a Rebuttable Presumption. But, this is a two way street and can also apply to an S/O. Even when considered, it is limited to reducing potential adjustments due to a lose of earnings by the either parent, resulting from a layoff.
Yes. That is one of the criteria used in the child support guidelines.
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Yes. That is one of the criteria used in the child support guidelines.
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Yes. That is one of the criteria used in the child support guidelines.
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Yes. That is one of the criteria used in the child support guidelines.
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No only the child's parents pay for the child.
Yes. That is one of the criteria used in the child support guidelines.
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Generally, no.
no
no
probably not
not yet see links below
The new spouse is not responsible for his/her spouse's children.
In general, (re)marriage should not increase or decrease one's child support obligation, regardless of the new spouse's income or the presence of stepchildren.
Spouses are not responsible for their spouse's child(ren). However, to collect unpaid support, the State may place liens on real and personal property, including bank accounts, owned by the obligor, even though the spouse is a joint owner.
No, a spouses income is never taken into consideration when child support is being figured. Only the income of the 2 biological parents will be used.
nope, only takes the mother and fathers income into account. Spouses of the parents are not included
no
no
In general, the same way that the courts determine support for anyone else - a percentage of net income. SSI recipients are not liable for child support.
Massachusetts child support is formula based, taking into consideration all financial resources, and not just earned income. This includes the income of a second spouse. Rebuttable considerations include any support obligations for other children, and the amount of time the children spend with each parent. As such, it is not possible to estimate an obligation.
no