In the realm of family law, judicial guidelines are commonplace. Judges deciding matters relating to spousal maintenance, custody, child support and other matters are often tasked to consider a number of factors that derive from statutory law or earlier case...

Over the last several years, same-sex marriage and civil unions have been among the most discussed family law topics across the nation. Although Colorado doesn't allow same-sex marriages, as of May 1 the state will recognize civil unions. This arrangement functions...

Everyone knows that the economic recession has created hardship for families across the country. At the same time, a growing trend that pre-dates the recession has caught the attention of many in Colorado: Child poverty in our state is growing at one of the fastest...

Every day, people commit crimes and are arrested and jailed when caught. While in jail, financial obligations such as child support payments are not waived in many states; the incarcerated person is still responsible for making those payments. If someone is unjustly...

Courts often become involved in a child support dispute when a determination must be made in the best interests of the child. Child support guidelines vary from state to state but are commonly set to ensure that a child has the financial support needed to ensure a...

Child support payments are provided to ensure that a child does not suffer undue economic hardship because of the separation of his or her parents. In Colorado, when the child support amount ordered is not paid, the child not only faces that hardship, but the parent...

When a noncustodial parent is unwilling or unable to pay child support, the children are the ones who suffer. The costs of raising a child in Colorado can quickly add up, leaving the custodial parent with ongoing financial needs. The recent outcome of the child...

Whatever their family background, children have a right to be supported by both parents. The court system and child support guidelines in Colorado and elsewhere typically provide for all children to be supported by their parents, even if one parent does not have...

After a divorce, it's not just the partners who are affected but the children. Child support is often mandated by the court to make sure the best interests of the child are preserved, and a man failing to pay child support is not uncommon. But a developing child...

During a divorce, both parties are faced with the task of separating their financial lives. When a child is involved, parents typically try to disturb the child's lifestyle as little as possible. This can be difficult financially, because funds that once supported a...