No, the parent isn't responsible for any of the child's financial needs after the child turns 18. Sometimes parents may decide to take care of special needs, such as a college education, but there are no requirements that they do so. * The exception is if there is a standing order of child support or other court order that stipulates otherwise. Many child support orders will require that the parent provide financial support and/or medical coverage until the child reaches a specific age which is not always the legal age of majority.
That depends on a number of factors, such as the jobs/income of each parent, the health insurance plan either or both parent has, any relevant laws of your state, etc. Sometimes both parents are required to maintain health insurance on the children, especially if they both already have health insurance plans with their jobs.
i do not think so
To take out life insurance on a parent, you'll need to provide complete background and health information and the parent will have to know they are being insured.
You can purchase life insurance online for your parent. Anyone can purchase life insurance for their parent, because they have an "Insurable Interest" in their parent. You can compare free life insurance quotes online, or purchase life insurance direct online for a parent. However, your parent may need to sign an application form, and your parent may need to take a physical exam, and/or answer some health questions.
Minors are almost always included on their parent's health plans. If a parent can't afford health insurance coverage, the state will almost definitely cover the child.
You don't have to give it to the custodial parent. Provide it directly to the health care provider, or call them and tell them the information on the card. The health care provider will take care of sending the bills to the health insurance company for you.
Some companies get better insurance rates if they require all employees to buy health insurance. IT is cheaper because the insurance company is not covering just the people that need it or use it.
There are several supplemental health insurance providers in Rhode Island. The correct insurance is dependent on you family needs and the family budget.
If the child is under age 18, then the parent is responsible for her medical bills. That is not the same as being responsible for providing her health insurance. At this point, (2013), there is not a requirement to have health insurance. If the child is age 18 or older, then the parent is not responsible for her bills. The hospital or physician's office may try to involve you, and encourage you to help her, but legally, the parent would not have the responsibility.
no
No. Most plans don't offer provisions for putting a parent on their insurance.
Only if the court mandates it. It would be a good idea.