While it’s not fun to think about, some parents actively choose not to be there for their kids, whether that means not interacting with them at home or not being in their life at all. Every once in a while, one of these “parents” will decide to do something to try to “make it up […] More
The laws about child support vary from state to state and country to country. As such, the laws about support enforcement—when the government becomes involved in ensuring a parent pays their court ordered support—vary as well. Can a parent “refund” support that was collected by support enforcement? Is a parent saying support enforcement garnished their […] More
There are few things children want to hear less than being told their parents are getting a divorce. Devastating as this news is, some children are at least lucky that even though their parents no longer share a home, they are still showered with love and support from both parents. Some children don’t take the […] More
The phrase deadbeat dad or mom refers to a legal parent who offers no financial support to their children. They may also not pursue or participate in visitation. For the other parent carrying the financial burden alone, resentment is certain to build as years go by. But for the kids, it’s more complicated. Their children […] More
People will frequently say two major things in life can be difficult to discuss. Politics and money. Money is a particularly personal topic. Especially when it’s owed. Having heated talks about money can bring about a bunch of drama. Many relationships have been left in tatters after money discussions. Redditor Glad-Advantage-2870 wanted to discuss her […] More
Going through a divorce is never easy, but separated parents with children is much more frustrating and complicated. One divorced parent with teen children reached the end of their patience and was forced to give their ex an ultimatum regarding a certain situation. After struggling with guilt, they visited the “Am I the A**hole?” (AITA) […] More
No matter how happy they are, most relationships are a little bit messy. But things are especially messy when someone has an affair, cringed the “Am I the A**hole?” (AITA) subReddit. Redditor Alone_Sherbert_3607 had been terribly hurt when his wife cheated on him and became pregnant with another man’s baby. But when she demanded that he […] More
Divorce is rarely an easy road. It can be especially bumpy when there is a ton of animus between the adults. And once it’s time to figure out the financials… all hell can break loose. Who is owed what and why can cause bitter contention for decades to come. This is why mediators are paid […] More
