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  • Mar 17, 2013, 03:42 PM
    t1973
    Child support
    If the mother of a child is receiving child support and ssi for the son and is not working, can fathers child support be raised if his income has not?
  • Mar 17, 2013, 04:35 PM
    AK lawyer
    In many states, child support is calculated by a formula which factors in the incomes of both parents. Therefore if her income has been reduced, the amount calculated by such a formula would change. It depends, however, upon the law in the jurisdiction as to whether a change in circumstances has occurred. And, of course, her unemployment must be involuntary.
  • Mar 17, 2013, 04:36 PM
    cdad
    What were the circumstances when the original order was created and what State is this happening in?
  • Mar 17, 2013, 05:16 PM
    dontknownuthin
    Many factors can impact how child support is set. Most states have guidelines based on a percentage of the non-custodial parent's income which is graduated depending on how many children are being supported. When there is a big disparity in income, or either parent is diabled or for a variety of other reasons, adjustments are made.

    You should see a family law attorney in your jurisdiction and bring your current support order with you, as well as other pertinent financial information regarding your household income and the non-custodial parent's income, and be prepared to talk about the reason you require more support to be paid.
  • Mar 17, 2013, 10:04 PM
    Fr_Chuck
    Can it, without more details yes. Perhaps not set correctly at first, perhaps other changes.

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