Child support payments are given to custodial parents in California to help provide financial support to children involved when parents separate or divorce. The payments help cover not only food and shelter, but also the other needs of the child including education and medical expenses. The child support payment calculations do vary by state, so if you're in the process of a divorce, it is important for both the custodial and the non-custodial parent to understand how these costs are calculated. Let's take a look at California's determining factors.
Understanding your family's finances in the event of a divorce
Thinking, talking and addressing divorce with your spouse at a time when you are happily married can feel uncomfortable and lead to an awkward conversation. But considering that many marriages in Orange County ultimately end in divorce, having these conversations can be important.
Navigating the divorce process
There are several events in life that can bring about extreme stress. One such event is divorce and although some divorces are ultimately for the best, the process of moving through a period of stressors stemming from heartache, financial issues, children and more can be difficult to navigate alone. It is for these reasons and more that seeking experienced legal representation during such times can be helpful in formulating a strong legal plan of action.
Khloe Kardashian suspends divorce with Lamar Odom
Residents of Orange County may know of Lamar Odom due to his successful basketball career or his television show "Khloe & Lamar". Odom married reality star Khloe Kardashian within a month of meeting one another in 2009 and shared their lives through the camera lenses with America on their show. They appeared generally happy on the show. But things weren't just as they appeared.