Child support follows the child and is typically based on statutory guidelines. Although parents have a lot of leeway when deciding custody, there’s not much room for negotiation when it comes to child support. ... READ MORE
Being a parent is a job that lasts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There are no sick days, there are no holidays. Although its hard work, parents also enjoy significant legal protections when it comes to their children. ... READ MORE
All states have laws in place to protect children from trouble. That trouble might come in many forms, including parental neglect or abuse, kidnapping by a parent, or even the sudden death or incapacity of both parents. Under any one of these or other emergency situations, courts can step in to make sure someone will care for the child. ... READ MORE