The Law Blog of Ciancio Ciancio Brown, P.C.

Divorce can bring a number of stressors into the lives of those who decide to split up, but these challenges can be mitigated by carefully going over the ins and outs of the situation and knowing which way forward is best. For example, someone who is facing hardships due to losing a job or a health problem may have a hard time paying their spousal support. However, they could be able to have their spousal support order modified, which would help them stay current and avoid penalties. If you are considering this route, it is essential to have a solid understanding of what to expect.

If you have experienced major financial changes in your life, you could be struggling with a variety of challenges each day. Worse, you could be unable to pay the spousal support you owe and you may be facing other financial issues related to family law (such as having trouble paying child support, for example). It is vital to know which options may be on the table for you and take advantage of any resources that you have. After all, if you stop paying spousal support your life may become even more complicated due to the various penalties associated with back spousal support.

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In a recent blog post, we looked into some of the consequences of unpaid child support as well as some ways that non-custodial parents who find themselves in this position can get caught up on their payments. There are a variety of reasons why some people cannot pay child support, some of which may be out of their control (job loss, etc.). However, they should do all they can to stay caught up, even during these hardships, and they may have different options such as child support modification. Unfortunately, some non-custodial parents do not prioritize staying current on the child support they owe and some simply refuse to pay what they owe.

Aside from financial challenges, some parents refuse to pay child support because they are bitter about a divorce or believe that they are being asked to pay too much. Moreover, some may be irresponsible and find difficulty in satisfying their financial obligations. As a custodial parent, this can make your life quite hard on a day-to-day basis. For example, you could be struggling to feed your child or provide them with clothes and the supplies they need for school.

Divorce is not something that just happens in a courtroom. It effects every aspect of your daily life and can negatively impact your career.

In fact, work was probably a focal point of your marriage in many ways. You may have worked overtime to afford a family vacation or little extras at home. You most certainly shared your work-related successes and stresses with your estranged spouse. The last thing you need while going through divorce is to become bitter, angry or set your career back.