Family Law Archive

Sometimes it starts as a nagging feeling that something is just not right. You notice a child who seems very withdrawn or fearful. She may not want to go home. She might cringe at a …

Child support laws in the US need to change to reflect the common values of our society and to encourage two parent homes instead of single parent homes.  The laws at present encourage women to …

I am glad to see there are some people taking notice that sometimes it is the mother who is the “deadbeat”. Not all child support judgments are against the father. One major problem with governments …

I’ve read both of the other articles written to this title. Unfortunately, they only tell half of the story. Both pieces deal with people who are falsely accused by former spouses of child abuse. The …

Libertarianism argues against government intervention in our private lives unless our rights are invaded. The principles of this political philosophy extend to marriage and the rights to one’s personal choices, despite how abhorrent or repugnant we …

Even though I believe in equal rights based on gender, this is a tricky issue in that the area of contention is INSIDE the woman’s body. At first glance I wanted to say YES.  Why …

As the child support laws currently stand, they do more to punish non-custodial parents than they do to get child support paid as it should be.  While punitive measures against a non-custodial parent may give …

Just because something is legal, does not mean that it is ethical.  Child support is one of these issues.  It is 100% legal to take away a person’s passport, driver’s license, and throw them in …

The question, “should abortion for underage children require consent?” always brings about a heated debate. Issues such as parental responsibility, parental disengagement, parent-child relationships, abortion as an immoral choice and a child’s right to medical …

Child support payments pass through bank accounts, now at a much higher rate than ever, as courts pass laws protecting children, and parents experience the stressful turn of civilization.We are not finding parenting any more …

Fathers do not seem to have enough say when it comes to issues about abortions, adoption and care arrangements for their own children. It is not fair to assume that the father is OK with …

There should never be restrictions on abortions due to many different factors affecting both the pregnancy and the child itself.  Firstly to consider is how the mother became pregnant in the first place.  If a …

Anyone who cares about their family or the loved ones they leave behind should have a will. If you should pass away without a will, you are allowing the courts to step in and decide …

Parents who owe back child support should definitely NOT be sent to jail, and that extends to women who are unable to pay their child support as well.  In fact, most of the current measures …

As the product of a family in which the father did not pay child support I feel I have a very personal view of whether or not forcing a father to pay child support is …

Citizen empowerment The term civil servant needs enforcement by the voters in the community.  Sometimes elected individuals view elections as receiving a royal title, but it is a job.  In addition, frequently government workers desire …

The Hitler Renewal Project That is what many refer to as the United States Government Child Protective Service Agency. Maybe you have seen them in action? Bunch of young adults with the authority of God …

Whether alimony is based upon need or greed depends on the individual situation.  Society as a whole hasno problem with asking for chid support, even from a person who is unable to support themselves, and yet, put …

We all love our childhood. The sweet memories will be cherished by us for the entire lifetime and it would be one of the main factors that determines a person’s future direction with regard to …

Should we try to legislate morality at all?  Should it be legal to marry your cat?  Should gay people qualify as people? Legal issues surrounding gay marriage are complicated by the simple fact that if …

Should teenagers require Parental permission before receiving an abortion? In my opinion? Absolutely! There are so many risks. Granted many abortions have no after effects but some do and Parents have every right to protect …

When under aged children who fall under the laws covering statutory rape are about to have children, any choice to have an abortion should require the consent of a public guardian, and the parents should …

Should the age of sexual consent become standardized across all US states? Absolutely. It would be great to have some uniformity in legal standards. That will only happen if each state decides to set their …

“The Silent Scream,” directed and produced by Dr. Bernard Nathanson, vividly shows, via ultrasound, an abortion in progress. It’s shocking. The unborn baby cries in response to the pain the fatal procedure inflicts. Even the …

Peter Connelly was only 17 months when he was abused to death by his step father and own mother who allowed the abuse to take place. Peter Connelly was staying in a flat with his …

Getting child support from your child’s other parent is Hades on Earth. Your mind is exhausted with all of the thoughts, most likely ill thoughts, parading around day and night. It’s not fair that you …

NO Children are our future, and it is our responsibility as parents to secure that future. We need to start by making sure that both parents provide for their children; absence of a parent does …

Who’s a “deadbeat dad”? Someone who can’t or won’t pay child support? Who can’t pay? There are a lot of fathers out there who’ve lost their jobs thanks to our government meddling into the banking …

If you are a homeowner, you might have to apply for a home modification plan to help you make your monthly payments. Likewise, if you pay or receive child support payments, you might have to …

Abortions: Should the father have some say? Another fine topic for argument. But first, let’s review the situation as it is. At this time, if a woman becomes pregnant, SHE, and ONLY she, can decide …