Tag Archives: Child Support
What are causes for divorce in Nevada?
Incompatibility, Insanity, and separation for more than a year are the only legal grounds for divorce in Nevada, which is a no fault state. According to Nevada law, insanity must exist for at least two years prior to the commencement of the divorce action. The court will then ask for evidence supporting the claim,… Read More »
Understanding the basics of a qualified domestic relations order
Nevada residents may not be aware of how an issued qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) can impact a retirement plan during a divorce procedure. Your former spouse, a dependent or child may be entitled by law to a portion of your 401(k) assets. This court judgment, order or decree may name someone other than… Read More »
Expenses that child support may cover
When a noncustodial parent is ordered by a Nevada court to pay child support to a custodial parent, they may believe that they should only be assisting with covering the child’s basic needs, such as food, clothing and shelter. However, there are more costs associated with raising a child than basic necessities, such as… Read More »
Divorcing spouses might have to pay for kids’ college
Reportedly, some states are requiring divorced parents to pay for college tuition even though there are no laws that force married parents to do so. As part of a child support order, divorcing spouses could potentially be forced to add tuition fees to other common financial responsibilities, such as basic necessities and health care…. Read More »
How does one establish paternity?
Nevada parents may need to establish paternity whether they are the mother or father of a child. If a mother is married, it is assumed that the husband is the father of a child. In all other circumstances, paternity must be established for the mother to collect child support and for the father to… Read More »
Nevada penalties for failure to pay child support
The state of Nevada takes failure to pay child support very seriously and provides several possible penalties in order to compel the delinquent parent to pay. Penalties can start as soon as a parent is one month behind on the court-ordered child support. When a parent is delinquent by one month, the state will… Read More »
How is child support calculated in Nevada?
Noncustodial parents in Nevada may want to know how the amount of child support they pay is calculated. The basis for this determination as it is outlined in the Nevada Revised Statutes uses a mathematical formula based on the parent’s gross monthly income. The amount may be adjusted if the noncustodial parent owes support… Read More »
Modifying a child support order in Nevada
In Nevada, some child support orders can be modified, but there are rules about when an order can be modified. Generally, a modification request cannot be issued until the order is at least three years old. However, anyone can request a modification if a change of circumstances has occurred, such as when a parent… Read More »
Paternity disputes in Nevada
In Nevada and across the nation, fathers are expected to help support their children. However, there are situations where a man suspects that he may not be the father of a child. The state will order tests to determine the paternity of the child in question in several situations. If a man believes he… Read More »
How custodial parents can get child support that they are owed
If a noncustodial parent is ordered to pay child support, there are steps that the state of Nevada can take to compel compliance. Noncustodial parents who work but do not pay child support could see their wages garnished to fulfill their obligations. An order to withhold income from a noncustodial parent’s paycheck will apply… Read More »